Posts by Sophie Nutt
How Covid-19 is changing the world of beauty
A recent report by Emily Gerstell, Sophie Marchessou, Jennifer Schmidt and Emma Spagnuolo from McKinsey & Company analyses the likely effects of Covid-19 on the beauty industry over the next three to six months, as well as how the pandemic could change the industry in the longterm. “The industry has responded positively to the crisis,…
Read MoreLet’s Nail Breast Cancer 2020: How you can get involved
October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a time to particularly note the most common cancer in the UK. Every year, one in seven women are diagnosed with the disease, alongside roughly 370 men. Fighting breast cancer is a cause that has always united the nail industry due to its impact on women and the…
Read MoreCND™ brings back Shellac™ in Ruby Ritz for festive season
CND™ has brought back the fan favourite Shellac™ shade Ruby Ritz in time to add sparkle to clients’ nails for the festive season. Available exclusively from Sweet Squared, Ruby Ritz is a rich red shade topped with thousands of sparkles, ideal for party season and Christmas nail appointments. Here, CND™ education ambassador Victoria Trafford applied CND Shellac™ Wear Extender…
Read MoreHuda Kattan steps down as CEO of Huda Beauty
Huda Kattan, founder of Huda Beauty, has appointed Nathalie Kristo as the new global CEO of the company. Huda Kattan trained as a make-up artist in 2009 and quickly gained a loyal clientele. In 2010, Huda started a beauty blog that has since grown into one of the world’s fastest growing companies. Employing over 250…
Read MoreMaintain hygiene levels with Salon System sanitisation products
Salon System has launched sanitisation products including Hand Cleansing Gel and Nail+File Cleansing Spray. The Salon System Hand Cleansing Gel is no-rinse and ideal for use before all beauty services, as it contains 70% alcohol to protect hands and eliminate germs while killing 99.9% of bacteria. What’s more, the cleansing gel contains glycerine to help…
Read MoreBeauty therapist reaps rewards of Sienna X commission scheme
Over the last three months, Sienna X has been supporting its beauty therapists with its cashback scheme. The scheme offers therapists another revenue stream by retailing Sienna X products to their clients for a discounted price (with a unique code to use at the checkout) and receiving a financial commission as a result. Approved Sienna…
Read MoreInstagram Stories integral to influencer marketing
Instagram Stories are integral to influencer marketing, a report by Tribe Dynamics has found. In its 2020 Influencer Brand Survey Report, the tracking service reported that close to 80% of brands agreed posting on Instagram stories had ‘significantly’ impacted influencer content about their brand. The research also discovered that more than 60% of influencers have used the…
Read MoreAutumn forestry inspires seasonal Crystalac collection
Crystal Nails has launched its autumn/winter 2020 3-Step Crystalac collection, turning to nature for its inspiration. The eight-piece gel polish collection sees a palette of light and dark reds and green hues, including the shades: 3S133 Stonecrop 3S134 Avocado 3S135 Cactus 3S136 Fern 3S137 Youngberry 3S138 Cinnamon Plum 3S139 Turkish Hazelnut 3S140 Cranberry Crystal Nails…
Read MoreiSalon adds ‘Track & Trace’ report feature for easy safe practice
Salon software company, iSalon, has added a range of updates to its platform to fulfil the needs of businesses working to government guidelines in accordance with the Covid-19 pandemic. Track & Trace During the pandemic, salons have had to adapt quickly, adhering to guidelines set down by the government to ensure client and staff safety.…
Read MoreHere’s the 3 AW20 nail trends you need to know
Autumn/winter serves up a whole host of new colour and design opportunities for clients. So, what are the nail trends you need to know about this season? We’ve rounded up the top three nail trends from the autumn/winter 2020 catwalks to inspire salon designs… 1. Colour rich Bold blues, oranges, reds, pinks and greens are…
Read MoreJust Wax Advanced Hot Wax Cream launches for a gentle service
Salon System has added a new product to its Just Wax Expert range; Advanced Hot Wax Cream, ideal for those clients flying off on a last-minute summer holiday. Suitable for in-salon and mobile usage, the Advanced Hot Wax Cream offers therapists a high quality, affordable waxing solution in a cream formula. What’s more, it comes…
Read MoreRemedy damaged nails with Zoya Gelie-Cure
Zoya has launched Gelie-Cure – a three-step system to treat and protect damaged nails. What’s more, the system creates an ideal foundation for colour application, boasting a smooth finish. Comprising Rescue Serum, Repair Base and Naked Gelie, the system is an addition to Zoya’s Naked Manicure range for natural nails. The Rescue Serum and Repair…
Read MoreElevate autumnal nail art with :Yours Fantastic Fall collection
:Yours has launched its Fantastic Fall collection, including three new double-sided stamping plates, five stamping polishes and five sparkly nail pigments. Featuring on-trend shades and autumnal art, the collection is ideal for creating seasonal nail looks easily. The range comprises: :Yours Fantastic Fall Stamping Plates These three double-sided stamping plates host a range of autumnal…
Read MoreBe retail-ready with Mad Beauty Friends collection
Marking 25 years after the iconic TV programme first aired, Mad Beauty has teamed up with Warner Brothers to create a Friends-themed beauty gifting range. The range sees a variety of retail-ready products, including: Wearable Lip Balm – this moisturising lip balm can be pinned onto clothes to be worn as a name badge reading ‘Hello…
Read MoreCater to oily & blemish-prone skin types with Murad Clarifying Oil-Free Water Gel
Murad has lunched Clarifying Oil-Free Water Gel; an oil-free, non-comedogenic gel moisturiser to instantly soothe, smooth and hydrate the skin. Ideal for oily and blemish-prone skin, the purifying lightweight hydrator hydrator uses Quorum Sensing Technology with Korean red pine extract to disrupt the bacteria-breakout connection. It helps to minimise impurities that can trigger irritation and…
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