Posts by Rebecca Hitchon
Session nail stylist, Cherrie Snow, launches manicurist agency, SNOW Creatives
London-based session nail pro, Cherrie Snow, has launched agency, SNOW Creatives, to provide manicurists for events including shoots and shows. “SNOW Creatives was born out of the need for me to be in more than one place at a time. The light bulb moment to launch my own agency came when I had three campaigns…
Read MoreStudex ear & nose piercing training courses endorsed by HABIA
Manufacturer of ear and nose piercing equipment and education provider, Studex UK, has announced that it has gained training endorsement from HABIA (Hair And Beauty Industry Authority). HABIA champions high-quality education, and its endorsement means that both Studex UK‘s ear and nose piercing training programmes are aligned with the most up-to-date national occupational standards (NOS).…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Townhouse, Knightsbridge, Scratch Stars Awards winner
Following Townhouse, Knightsbridge’s second consecutive Nail Salon of the Year win at the Scratch Stars Awards 2023, founder & creative director, Juanita Huber-Millet, shares what the win means to the team and what to expect from the salon brand in future… Townhouse has become a familiar face at the Scratch Stars Awards, with its Fitzrovia…
Read MoreTech Talk: Meet Fashion Week nail stylist, Ella Vivii
The story behind Ella Vivii’s introduction to the nail industry is a heart-warming one. Her mum, Charlotte Burgess, owns a nail and beauty salon, educates and is a session stylist, so Ella grew up around nails. “But I was always more interested in fashion and studied Styling & Production at the London College of Fashion,” she…
Read MoreThe GelBottle Inc unveils HEMA-free nail enhancement system, ProForm™
The GelBottle Inc has launched ProForm™, a HEMA-free file-off hard gel system designed to help techs build, sculpt, extend and repair nails. With the strength of L&P acrylic and flexibility of gel, each ProForm™ tube can create up to 30 nail styles and offers three to four weeks’ wear. Seven neutral hues are available, inspired…
Read MoreUK government launches consultation into unregulated cosmetic procedures
The UK government is seeking people and business’ views on how to make non-surgical cosmetic procedures, including Botox, laser hair removal and dermal fillers, safer for consumers. The consultation: the government’s first-ever on aesthetic procedures, is running for eight weeks (closing 28 October) and will be used to shape a new licensing scheme for practitioners…
Read MoreHoliday nails are trending on TikTok: Here’s what clients are searching for
As clients jet off to sunny climates to enjoy the last of the summer, Beauty Daily by Clarins has revealed that nail content is the second most-viewed beauty/fashion trend searched for by those preparing for a holiday. It analysed leading TikTok hashtags to find that only searches for holiday outfits (2.9 billion views) top nail…
Read MoreNail Tech Talk: Meet Kamila Borowiec, Scratch Stars Polish & Paint Artist of the Year 2023
Scratch Stars Polish & Paint Artist of the Year 2023 & runner-up in the first-ever World’s Star Nail Artist (WSNA) competition, Kamila Borowiec, shares her industry journey, future goals and experience of juggling both competitions… After Kamila’s nail technician moved to another country, she struggled to find the same quality of work and artistic flair…
Read MoreMake nails dazzle with Artistic Nail Design’s 8 Flash Glitter Gel Polishes
Glitter lovers, get ready for nail looks to shine bright with Artistic’s Flash Glitter Gel Polish range. With eight shades available, from classic gold and silver to pinks and blue, the formula utilises light-activated technology that causes glitter to flare when exposed to flash photography. Adding an eye-catching effect to social media shots, the Flash Glitters…
Read MoreNail Tech Talk: Meet Jiak Hing, Scratch Stars Gel Polish Stylist of the Year 2023
Scooping a second consecutive win in the category, Jiak Hing became the Scratch Stars Gel Polish Stylist of the Year 2023 in July. Here, she shares her competition story, career beginnings and favourite part of her role… Jiak, based in North West England, has a passion for nail art that shines bright, as does her…
Read More4 ways to nail being a first-time manager
Experiential learning company, Impact International, shares a guide to being a first-time manager… Managing a team can be an exciting experience but it can also pose challenges, particularly for first-time managers and those transitioning from a team member to a leader. Statistically, managers promoted from within are more likely to be respected by their former…
Read MoreMake nails rock with Light Elegance’s 12 autumn 2023 shades
Light Elegance has launched the Rocks collection, featuring rich colours and mesmerising glitters inspired by nature, for autumn and beyond. “I loved making something so gritty, rough and natural, such as rocks and stones, and turning them into something beautiful, modern and clean,” comments Lexy McLellan, Light Elegance creative director. “I was inspired by earth…
Read MoreWant your nail work on the runway? Here’s how to boss backstage at Fashion Week
Get your spring/summer 2024 mindset ready, as September marks the return of Fashion Weeks across the globe. If you’re striving to get involved in the session nail sphere, highly regarded regulars at Fashion Week share everything you need to know… How to get hired At Fashion Week, you’re not likely to being using gel polish…
Read MoreTreatwell introduces ‘LGBTQIA+ friendly’ badge for salons
Salon booking service, Treatwell, has unveiled a ‘LGBTQIA+ friendly’ badge to help businesses signpost their commitment to providing inclusive treatments and welcoming experiences for all. The badge is part of Treatwell‘s Treat Everyone Well campaign for Pride and beyond, and has seen over 10,000 professionals across Europe join the initiative. The campaign follows internal research…
Read MoreOver a quarter of small businesses warn of ceasing trading if outlook doesn’t improve
A survey of 1,070 UK SME (small and medium-sized enterprise) owners and self-employed workers by insurance provider, Simply Business, has revealed how the economic climate is taking its toll. The SME Insights Report 2023 finds that 26% of small business owners believe they will be forced to cease trading if the outlook does not improve…
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