Posts by Sophie Nutt
Helen Burton-Ward on allergy prevention
Scratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year 2019 and CND™ education ambassador, Helen-Burton Ward, shares her advice to preventing allergies… Allergies and overexposure are widespread issues within the industry. An allergy may develop as a response to the improper application or cure of a nail system, or sensitivity to certain products. As a nail professional,…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Diana Pajeva, Diana’s Nail Art
We want to see the nail designs that are proving popular on your social media pages! Diana Pajeva, of Diana’s Nail Art, says that this tropical nail look has been popular with her followers. “This wild tropical look has been very trendy for quite a while now. We see it everywhere – fashion, interior design…
Read MoreHD Brows stylists offer discounted treatments to NHS staff
In this time of uncertainty and crisis, a number of HD Brows stylists and beauty therapists across the country are focusing on giving back to those who are working tirelessly to battle Covid-19 on the frontline. A number of salons are offering free treatments to NHS workers, once it is safe for them to reopen.…
Read MoreBeauty & personal care sales to decline by steepest rate in 60+ years due to Covid-19
The U.S. cosmetics and toiletries market is on track to experience the sharpest decline ever recorded due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Kline has been tracking the market for 60+ years and, so far, the 0.8% drop in 2009 during the last recession is the biggest market dip ever reported. The only other time Kline noted…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Jade Robinson, JADE: Professional Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Jade Robinson, of JADE: Professional Beauty, wears Mulan-inspired nails in anticipation of the upcoming movie. “I created my Mulan nails first by infilling my nails with The Gel Bottle Inc BIAB in Teddy. I always like to paint my character nails first as they take the longest…
Read MoreCoronavirus: 6 ways to make the most of your extra time
Julie-Anne Larivière, Salon System nail expert and salon owner of Sketched by J-A Nails, shares top tips for how techs can utilise the extra time they have as a result of Covid-19… As difficult as this time is for most self-employed nail technicians, it is, for some, a blessing in disguise. We don’t often take…
Read More3 ways to boost your income during low trading periods
The team at Sienna X shares three top tips to boosting your income during quiet periods… Covid-19 has given many of us a new perspective, not only on our health, but also the way that we can operate business during times of extreme trading lows and uncertainty. With normality interrupted, we have some top tips to…
Read MoreCoronavirus: Sweet Squared donates 200 bottles of CND™ hand lotion to NHS
Sweet Squared has donated 200 bottles of CNDTM Gardenia Woods Spa Lotion to the British Vogue Hands On Appeal. The Hands On Appeal sees brands coming together to donate much needed products to the NHS frontline battling Covid-19. Hand lotion is urgently needed for NHS staff, with many suffering from dry, sore hands due to constant sanitisation. This donation will…
Read MoreCoronavirus: How to remain positive in times of adversity
Ruth Atkins, Salon System educator, shares an insight into remaining positive in times of adversity along with practical advice for techs… We are facing unprecedented times and it is very difficult to keep positive when businesses face closure, family and close friends are struggling with their health, worries about financial ruin occupy your mind and…
Read MoreNational Living & Minimum Wage increases from 1 April
From 1 April 2020, the National Living Wage and the National Minimum Wage has increased, affecting beauty salons across the country. The new National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates are as follows: NLW (Age over 25s) – £8.72 per hour NMW (Age 21 – 24) – £8.20 per hour NMW (Age…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Cheryl Shanks, Polished Nail & Beauty Lounge
We want to see the nail designs trending on your social media pages! Cheryl Shanks, of Polished Nail & Beauty Lounge, says marble French tips have been popular recently. “This design is so popular as it’s so versatile: you can use various colour combinations and glitter outlines to complete the look. “I create the design…
Read MorePrestige hand soap sales increase amid coronavirus outbreak
Amidst the Covid-19 epidemic, in-store and online sales of prestige hand soaps have increased significantly in the UK according to the NPD Group. Sales of prestige hand soaps have increased week-on-week since 26 January 2020 compared to the same period in 2019. Since 23 February 2020 (the week of the public health announcement from Prime…
Read MoreAmp up creativity with Lecenté’s new Spring Nail Shadows
Lecenté has launched eight Spring Nail Shadows just in time for the new season. Seeing a palette of bright pastel shades, the Lecenté Spring Nail Shadows offer endless creative options and can be pressed onto any gel polish with the Lecenté P1 Brush to create an array of colours and effects. The new additions to…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Elizabeth Jones, Nail Art by Elizabeth
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Elizabeth Jones, of Nail Art by Elizabeth, wears a super cute Peter Rabbit-inspired design. “My inspiration for this nail design was the illustrations from Beatrix Potter and the Tales of Peter Rabbit. I absolutely loved these stories as a child and I enjoy that my…
Read MoreCoronavirus: Karen Betts donates 100,000 face masks & gloves to NHS
Founder of Nouveau Beauty Group, Karen Betts, is donating 100,000 face masks, gloves, hand sanitisers and disinfectant wipes to the NHS. Like many others, Karen has had to temporarily close her business due to the Covid-19 outbreak and is therefore donating her residual stock to those on the frontline. The items will be donated to…
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