Posts by Kat Hill
Challenge launched to tackle business downtime
Beauty Boss HQ has revealed the Take Action In April Challenge for business owners. Launched to help beauty professionals during the current pandemic downtime, the marketing & business development agency is offering free resources for professionals. The challenge will see a series of workshops, Facebook Live videos and expert panels. Free downloadable documents and certified…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Lizzy’s Nails, Norfolk
Starting out as a mobile technician, Lizzy Wade built up a loyal clientele and was soon seeking a more permanent base for her beauty business. “I decided to set up a salon space at home,” Lizzy explains. “This meant I could fit more clients into my busy schedule and arrange appointments back-to-back.” Using Bio Sculpture…
Read MoreCoronavirus: Learning from ‘unprecedented times’
Tracy Nash, director of Vu Nail Systems, shares her thoughts on these ‘unprecedented times’… Sit and just take a minute. Reflect on you; relax, breathe, calm. The world is wonderful and already repairing itself. Picture the beauty and set your mind ready… ready for the months ahead. Start with a list, a list of ideas,…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Den by Cherrelle, Blackburn
Seeing bold wallpaper and sassy neon lights, The Beauty Den by Cherrelle was created by Cherrelle Wright to offer a nail haven for clients. “I worked full time from a salon self employed until I had my third son,” Cherrelle explains. “I realised it wasn’t going to be as easy to work for long hours,…
Read More16 lovely lilac & pretty pink nail colours
Add these pastel pink & lovely lilac nail tones to your kit for the new season… 1.CND Shellac™ in Kiss from a Rose www.sweetsquared.com 2.Artistic Colour Revolution in The Pink In Her Cheeks www.louellabelle.co.uk 3.Dipt Dip Powder in Queen www.diptnails.com / www.supernail.co.uk 4.Astonishing Nails Gelosophy in #2001 Fleurir www.astonishing-nails.co.uk 5.Cuccio Colour Veneer in I Desire…
Read More8 questions for Abigail Garvey
1.Tell us about your training… I started my nail training in 2008 after I had completed my beauty therapy training. I enrolled on a NVQ Level 3 in artificial nail structures, which covered acrylic, hard gel and silk. The course was for a year and then I have done various in house and short courses…
Read MoreTreatwell petitions for industry economic hardship relief
Treatwell is taking action to support the hair and beauty industry in response to the COVID-19 pandemic with a number of initiatives. A petition has been launched by the beauty booking platform to lobby the UK government for an economic hardship relief package to help the industry recover from the effects of the outbreak . The…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Nails & Beauty By Jamie, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire
A recent house presented Jamie Didlock the chance to create a private nail studio. “I’ve always wanted my own home salon, but wasn’t able to as we didn’t have the space,” Jamie smiles. “When we moved to our new house, we turned the double garage into a studio. “I’ve been in the industry for 10…
Read More11 citrus spring nail shades
Freshly squeezed! Zingy orange and citrus yellow hues are set to keep nails super fresh this season. Check out this list of top picks… 1.Astonishing Nails Gelosophy in #2004 La Ville De L’Amour www.astonishing-nails.co.uk 2. Vu Nail Systems Gel-ato Gel Polish Glow in the Dark #45 Orange www.vunailsystems.com 3.Gellux Gel Polish in Best Buds. Available…
Read More7 questions for Kayleigh Billington
1. Tell us about your training… I initially trained at The Northern College of Beauty back in 2012. I enjoyed it so much I wanted more, so went on to do the NVQ Level 3 in Nail Technology at The City of Liverpool College in 2015. Since then, I have trained with multiple industry experts…
Read MoreWedding-ready with NSI Polish Pro Bridal nail collection
Meet bridal nail needs with the Polish Pro Bridal Collection 2020 from NSI Nails UK. For a special price, NSI techs can stock up on ideal bridal nail shades from the Polish Pro range and other nail art additions in one handy pack. The kit sees: Polish Pro in Blanca Polish Pro in Shooting Star…
Read MoreCoronavirus: Salon supports community with wellness initiatives
Hear from the team at Honestly Ombré – a Swindon salon championing kindness with wellness initiatives in its community during the COVID-19 outbreak… “We care about the wellness and wellbeing of our community and want to help and support wherever we can,” states owner, Jessica Wallbridge. “We have developed three initiatives to try and bring…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Jemma Elizabeth Beauty, Stoke-on-Trent
Having forged a successful solo career, Jemma Ball knew the time was right to settle with a permanent base for her beauty business. Jemma Elizabeth Beauty boasts far more than a pretty face with its inky blue and blush pink scheme, as, with a combination of Jemma’s savvy business skills and beauty knowhow, the new…
Read MoreCND™ adds 15 shades to Shellac™ range
CND™ has added 15 much-loved Vinylux™ shades to its Shellac™ range of colours. Ideal for clients seeking a longer wear-time, Shellac™ sees easy application thanks to its ergonomic brush, as well as 14+ day nail colour and five minute removal for the client. Scroll down to see the new shades! Available via Sweet Squared, the shades are:…
Read MoreLecenté Create Training Event 2020
Earlier this week, I was lucky enough to spend the day with the Lecenté team at its Create Training Event. The event saw educators and ambassadors gather, as well as some of the brand’s European distributors. The day kicked off with a warm welcome from head of marketing & communications, Katrina Ross, and, co-founder, Ged Cientanni.…
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