Posts by Rebecca Hitchon
50% of beauty professionals identify as neurodivergent, research reveals
A survey conducted by Vagaro has found that half of beauty pros identify as neurodivergent: when someone’s brain works differently from what is considered the norm. The salon, spa and fitness booking and management software’s research for Autism Acceptance Month (April) found that 27% of respondents work with a neurodivergent team member. 43% offer services…
Read MoreMISSU announces winner of online nail art challenge for 2024
In May, professional nail brand, MISSU, invited techs to unleash their creativity in a 14-day online nail art challenge. All abilities were invited to submit a nail design each day to fit a theme comprised of three artistic elements. Participants who created nail looks for all themes scooped goodies from MISSU, nail-focused booking & business…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Nails at The Oaks, Great Oakley, Essex
Paisley Barendrecht shares how she came to own home salon, Nails at The Oaks, offering Beverly Hills-inspired escapism to clients… Having two children in the space of less than two years changed Paisley Barendrecht’s outlook on her career. Rather than returning to an office job after maternity leave, she decided to embark on a career…
Read MoreAward-winning nail & beauty salon brand, Mooeys, unveils relaunch of Surrey location
The Haslemere premises of UK beauty salon group and franchise, Mooeys, has relaunched under new management. Now owners of the salon, Vanessa Moss and Hollie, also own Mooeys’ Petersfield location in Hampshire and prepared the relaunch in two weeks. Via the relaunch, they seek to offer a rejuvenated salon experience, where clients from across Surrey…
Read MoreThe GelBottle Inc releases Wedding Collection in 7ml gel polish size
Get ready to nail wedding season with The GelBottle Inc’s Wedding Collection: now available in the brand’s Minis range. The collection features timeless metallic and shimmer gel polishes for all members of a wedding party, which are now easier to be transported by mobile nail techs in a 7ml size. The GelBottle Inc Minis also…
Read MoreGlitterbels nail brand celebrates 7th birthday with pink & sparkly gel polish collection
Professional nail brand, Glitterbels, is celebrating its seventh anniversary with the launch of the Lucky 7th Birthday Collection. Comprising seven casino-inspired shades designed to capture the essence of the Glitterbels spirit, the collection is available in the brand’s two-coat Hema Free Gel Polish formula in an 8ml size (estimated to cover 20 sets of nails)…
Read MoreActress & singer, Lucy Hale, receives manicure at Townhouse Beverly Hills
Scratch Stars award-winning salon brand, Townhouse, tended to the nails of award-winning actress & singer, Lucy Hale, in its newest location: Beverly Hills, California. Hale, best known for her role in TV teen drama, Pretty Little Liars, enjoyed a Signature Gel Manicure with BIAB / Super Gel Overlay service and shared her experience on Instagram,…
Read MoreHow to accommodate nail clients with multiple sclerosis (MS)
Nail techs share advice for catering to clients with multiple sclerosis (MS)… What is MS? On its website, the NHS states: “Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that can affect the brain and spinal cord. It’s a lifelong condition that can sometimes cause serious disability, although it can occasionally be mild. Depending on the type…
Read MoreSalon System celebrates rebrand of lash category with masterclass & showcase
Professional beauty brand, Salon System, has unveiled its new look lash product category and marked the rebrand with a day of education and evening showcase. The brand’s lash category includes Lash Extensions, Strip Lashes and Individual Lashes, and its rebrand follows market research with professionals. “We have launched 11 new Lash Extension products and have…
Read MoreHow to master character nail art
If you or your clients are film fans, cosplay crazy, Disney holiday-goers or simply love sentimental or seasonal nail art, bring your favourite characters to life on nails with expert advice… Beginner level “Simple colour palette characters, like Mickey Mouse or Betty Boop, are great for beginners to create,” notes Emma Laverton of Fáilte Fae,…
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