Posts by Kat Hill
Salon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Garage, Bicester, Oxfordshire
After ten years of working for various spas, salons and being mobile, Joanna Paylor welcomed a little boy in 2019 which made her take a leap faith and open her own home-based salon to fit work around her young family’s life. “The Beauty Garage opened in October 2020, and although it hasn’t been the easiest…
Read MoreNeed nail inspo? Meet the new pro-only nail subscription box
Educator & UK distributor of Mystic Nails, Rebecca Orme, has launched a new nail subscription box especially created for nail professionals. The Nail Kit Pro includes a minimum of five professional products, including a Mystic Nails Gel Polish, a glitter gel, colour gel or acrylic coloured powder, a bush or tool and two nail art items.…
Read MoreBe ready to retail to clients with Magpie Beauty’s 6 fruity cuticle oils
Magpie Beauty has expanded its nail care range with its Nourish to Flourish Cuticle Oils. Featuring six summery scents, the formula includes a blend of safflower, sesame, jojoba and wheatgerm oils to moisturise and condition. The oils are presented in a handy 4ml twist pen with a brush end for a quick, smooth application. Ideal…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Serenity Beauty & Co, Bolsover, Chesterfield
Best friends, Tammy Hobson & Shelley Riley, had a clear vision for their jointly-owned business, Serenity Beauty & Co – to create a beauty hotspot for the local community. “After working from home for several years due to childcare, I decided my home needed to be just that, so along with Shelley, we thought it…
Read MoreIs it OK to not want to chat at the salon?
As we ease back into life from the quiet of lockdown living and more clients – both new and old – return to the salon, have you considered their noise preference by offering silent or sensory-aware appointments? Many may be experiencing anxiety surrounding their appointment. While many salons enjoy a bustling atmosphere, there may be…
Read MoreLecenté adds 6 floral nail art foils
Nail art brand, Lecenté, has added to it expanding range of design nail foils with six new patterns. Ideal for spring nail art designs, the foils feature six different floral patterns in retro colour tones. Quick and easy to apply, the foils are ideal for full coverage designs or arty accents at speed. Scroll down…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Bangs London
Keen to make its mark on Walthamstow, London, the team at Bangs London has implemented a number of sustainable practises. Offering hair and beauty appointments, the salon opened in September 2019. “We searched for he perfect space for almost half a year,” co-founders Danielle, Hannah & Shimol, explains. “We knew we wanted to open in Walthamstow, as…
Read More5 ways to set boundaries with pushy clients
Saying ‘No’ can be a tricky word when it comes to clients, but setting boundaries is equally important for you, your welfare and, in turn, your business. Read on to discover some top tips from industry figures… 1.“It’s so important in our industry to set boundaries,” explains Claire Blincoe, Georgie Smedley Group educator. “Manage your…
Read MoreSaloncide proven effective against Covid-19
Saloncide has been independently tested and clinically proven to be effective against coronavirus. Results from clinical testing show the alcohol-free, antimicrobial disinfectant spray, specially created for the beauty industry, is effective against all enveloped viruses – including Covid-19 at 99.99% within two minutes. Once sprayed there is no wiping required, the solution creates a protective…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Honestly Ombré, Swindon
With 22 April marking Earth Day – an annual event to demonstrate support for environmental protection – Scratch chatted to Jess Wallbridge, owner of vegan beauty and wellness salon, Honestly Ombré, in Swindon, Wiltshire… “We want every visit to our salon to feel like Earth Day!” smile Jess. “We strive to shed light on the positive changes that…
Read MoreNeed new nail art brushes? Lecenté reveals set of 15
Looking to up your nail art game? Have a variety of brushes to hand to create with speed with Lecenté’s Ultimate Nail Art Brush Set. Including 15 differing brush styles, the pack includes the tools to create a multitude of different nail effects – including super fine detailing work, one stroke designs, lines, marbling and ombrés. All brushes…
Read MoreThe Gel Bottle Inc launches 10 90s-inspired gel polish colours
Rewind and be inspired by an iconic era as The Gel Bottle Inc has launched 90s Baby collection for spring/summer 21. Featuring 10 new punchy gel polish hues, each shade name is a reference to a top trend of the time or a popular 90s culture moments. To mark the launch, TGB team have released a…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Bellini Nails & Beauty, Glasgow
Having grown her business from a small studio established in 2014, Katia Crowe has gone from strength to strength, with Bellini Nails & Beauty a beauty hotspot in Glasgow’s West End. “I first trained as a nail technician in 2014, trading as Bellini Nails and renting a small studio,” Katia remembers. “I’ve always been creative…
Read MoreTwo thirds of social media users want better mental health protection
New research has found that two thirds of UK adults with a social media account believe social media companies have a duty to protect the mental health of people who use their platforms. Focusing on social media use during the pandemic, 4,000 people were surveyed by wellbeing company, Soul Analyse, and OnePoll. When asked which steps social…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Bar, Garswood, Ashton in Makerfield
Starting out part-time, offering evening appointments alongside her office job, Rachel Enriles dreamt of owning her own salon space. “My career started around six years ago when I set out with a few gel polish shades and a lamp,” she smiles. “I decided I wanted a more permanent base so I rented a few rooms…
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