Revealed: the 5 biggest men’s care trends of the moment

Male Grooming

Men’s grooming has seen a slow burn within the beauty and personal care industries, however it is unarguably seen a growth in popularity year-on-year, as brands increasingly target the sector and retailers dedicate more space to it in stores. The growth of the sector is simultaneous to the concept of the ‘modern ‘man’, meaning men’s…

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Salon System relaunches LashTint range & adds 2 new shades

Salon System Lashtint

Salon System has relaunched its LashTint range, seeing a new design, formula and two new tint shades. The new vegan-friendly LashTint formula is highly pigmented while offering a cream consistency for easy application and includes a number system for easy recognition. The LashTint range is ideal for clients that seek intense lashes and groomed brows. The…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Karen M Brown

Karen Brown

We want to see the designs trending on your social media pages! Talented tech, Karen Brown, reveals pastel rainbow designs have been popular with clients on her social media platforms. “I think this set has been popular because they are summery and girly. We are lucky to have had so much lovely sunshine and this…

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The Hut Group pledges 25 tonnes of protection equipment to NHS

Face Mask

The owner of the British cosmetics and wellness brand, The Hut Group, is preparing to donate 25 tonnes of protective equipment to health care workers in the Manchester area. The maker of Espa and Illamasqua has said the first batch of the 3.5 million essential items will be shipped out this week. Worth £2 million, the…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Hayley McCabe

Hayley Mccabe

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Hayley McCabe, wears a sparkling golden glitter French. “I have had short nails for a while and so sculpted enhancements using the Lecenté Create Builder Gel. I added one coat of CND Shellac in Negligee and encapsulated Lecenté Peru Glitter in the tips…

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Liz McKeon introduces virtual 1-to-1 coaching sessions

Liz Mckeon

Beauty business expert, Liz McKeon, has introduced new virtual one-to-one coaching sessions for salons and beauty professionals. During the downtime caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, Liz McKeon is inviting salon owners and beauty professionals to refocus and rework their business plan and strategy – ready for success when salons reopen. By booking personal time with…

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BeautyLab launches Hand Gel & donates supplies to The Trussell Trust

Beautylab Hand Gel

Skincare brand, BeautyLab, has launched a new Hand Gel to keep hands clean and safeguarded while remaining soft and hydrated. Boasting a non-sticky and non-drying formula, the gel is designed to deeply purify and protect the hands without compromising the skin’s feel. This formula contains: Sanitising alcohol at 70% Radish root extract to deliver antibacterial…

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OPI reimagines the metallic nail trend with Neo-Pearl collection

Opi Neo Pearl

OPI has released the Neo-Pearl collection for spring 2020. The 12-piece collection sees a palette of iridescent pinks, purples, blues and nudes; combining natural translucence and luminosity for a soft and modern update to the metallic nail trend. Influenced by the appearance of pearls on runways and red carpets, Neo-Pearl sees its whimsical feminine qualities…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Samantha Redhead, Nails By Samantha

Samantha Redhead

We want to see the designs trending on your social media pages! Samantha Redhead, of Nails By Samantha, says detailed 3D work has been popular with clients on her social media platforms. “These nails are packed with so much detail. There is something for everyone to enjoy and 3D work is so effective, it adds…

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NAF! Stuff Pro launches with a focus on salon retail

Naf! Stuff Pro

After a successful 18 months of trade, the NAF! Stuff brand has split into two subdivisions – the salon retail arm of the business relaunches as NAF! Stuff Pro, while NAF! Stuff will relaunch in the summer of 2020 with a consumer-focused range of products. NAF! Stuff Pro has been launched by Tammy Koslowski, founder…

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