Posts by Sophie Nutt
How to choose the right beginner nail course for you
Navigating the first steps of your nail journey can be tricky due to the range of options presented to you. When researching training providers, there are a number of things to look out for: thorough teachings of nail anatomy, chemistry, hygiene and safety in the workplace, natural nail care and ongoing support. A quality manicure…
Read MoreAward-winning mobile nailist launches marketing initiative
Scratch Stars Mobile Nailist of the Year 2018 winner and founder of French & Drench, Joanna Tompkins has announced the launch of her new venture: Nails & Sales. The Nails & Sales initiative is designed to build the confidence of nail technicians in order to create profitable, busy and successful businesses through marketing and sales advice…
Read MoreTina Bell on how to manage wellbeing in the workplace
During your career as a nail tech, you may be faced with some common health issues that are associated with the profession. Alongside the bad backs, shoulders, necks, sore fingers and muscle strains, the industry is also seeing a large increase in mental health issues. Right now, one in six workers are dealing with mental…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Samantha Redhead, Nails By Samantha
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Samantha Redhead, of Nails By Samantha, reveals lace nail designs have been popular with her clients recently. “Clients love the lace design because it can be used with so many colours and it is a really classy nail look. “I created the design over…
Read MoreBotched filler complaints double in one year
Complaints over botched dermal filler treatments have doubled in the last year, according to Save Face, a national register of accredited practitioners that provide non-surgical cosmetic treatments. Save Face has revealed it received 672 complains about ‘botched’ dermal filler services in 2018, however this figure rose to 1,342 in 2019. The statistics were revealed in…
Read MoreMavex launches Micoxan Intensive Nail Solution treatment
Mavex has launched Micoxan, a new treatment designed to improve nails affected by fungal infections. The Micoxan Intensive Nail Solution boasts an antiseptic, repairing and protective action to reduce dyschromias and yellowing while strengthening and hydrating fragile, damaged nails. The innovative formula penetrates deeply in the nail to return it to its natural splendour and shine.…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Kayley Cairns
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kayley Cairns, multi award winning tech and Hazel Dixon Nail Artist & Academy educator, wears an embellished design inspired by Pantone’s colour of the year. “The nails are created using coloured L&P from HD Professional. They were infills so I filled my existing product down to…
Read MoreHelen Burton-Ward on how to prep the natural nail
Whether you’re providing a natural nail service or perfecting the nail plate for enhancement application, a thorough consultation is imperative. If you don’t complete a consultation before every service, you may find that you struggle to achieve the desired outcome and may compromise the health of the natural nail. More importantly, you may be at…
Read MoreThe Future 100 report identifies beauty trends to shape the new decade
Wunderman Thompson Intelligence has forecasted 100 trends that will shape the new decade in its The Future 100: 2020 report. The report covers 10 trend segments including brands and marketing, culture, tech and innovation, travel and hospitality, food and drink, retail, luxury, health and finance, and beauty. Beauty trends and highlights noted in the report,…
Read MoreCosmetify predicts the beauty brands, products & trends set to rise in 2020
Cosmetify has predicted the brands, products and trends set to be big in the beauty industry this year. Beauty brands The following brands have seen an increase in the percentage of online searches from 2018 to 2019, with their popularity expected to continue to soar in 2020: Florence By Mills – 15666.67% Rude Cosmetics –…
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