Posts by Sophie Nutt
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Amy Clarke
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Amy Clarke, of Amy Clarke Nail/Make-up Artist & Educator, reveals babyboomer designs and rose gold glitter has been popular with her clients recently. This glam yet sophisticated look sees pointed almond nails softened with the babyboomer design and muted rose overlays. Alternative tip fades…
Read MoreGellux adds Mirror Glaze & Holographic Top Coats to range
Salon System Gellux has added two new top coats to its range: Mirror Glaze and Holographic. Mirror Glaze Top Coat This high viscosity top coat creates a deep, mirror glaze finish boasting incredible shine and high durability. The top coat works to build and plump the nail for a super high gloss finish while encapsulating…
Read MoreHair & Beauty Charity announces 2020 president
Samantha Grocutt has been named as the elected president of the Hair & Beauty Charity for 2020. Samantha continues the role after her co-presidency with former co-president, Phillip Sharp of ASP. Managing director of hair and beauty PR agency Essence PR, Samantha Grocutt has served on the charity committee for over 12 years and has…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Hayley J’s Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Hayley, of Hayley J’s Nails, wears a sparkling glitter ombre nail look. “The Gel Bottle Inc BIAB Baby was used for the nude base, which I set the loose multi cut glitter into before curing and then encapsulated it using BIAB Clear. For the golden…
Read MoreMintel predicts global beauty and personal care trends for the next decade
Mintel has revealed its insights into the global beauty and personal care trends for the next decade in the Global Beauty and Personal Care Trends 2030 report. “Over the next 10 years, two distinct forces of change will disrupt the consumer landscape, causing ripples and waves across industries worldwide,” comments Sarah Jindal, senior global analyst,…
Read MoreSpongellé adds handy retail travel case to range
Body care brand, Spongellé, has revealed a travel case ideal for storing Spongellé buffers on the go. Water-resistant, the travel case can be kept in a clients’ gym back or even to be taken away on holidays so they can take a Spongellé buffer with them wherever they go. Clients simply use their favourite Spongellé…
Read MoreHow to boost staff morale
It can be tough to return to work in January following an over-indulgent festive period where days my have been spent in pyjamas and the ‘it’s Christmas!‘ excuse used perhaps a little too often. The days are still dark and it can be a challenge to leave a warm bed to go to work on…
Read MoreSarah Thompson on being an NSI educator
Scratch quizzes Sarah Thompson, an NSI educator & Gold nail artist, about her love for nails & career story so far… How did you get into the nail industry? When I became pregnant with my son, I wanted to find a career that allowed me to work from home and that offered flexibility so I could…
Read MoreCare for cuticles with Cuccio Mini Cuticle Revitalizing Oils
Cuccio Europe has launched its Mini Cuticle Revitalizing Oils, ideal for clients to look after their nails at home. Handy for keeping in handbags or on desks during the colder months, the four-pack of Mini Cuticle Revitalizing Oils include the scents: Milk & Honey Pomegranate & Fig Vanilla Bean & Sugar White Limetta & Aloe…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: New Year glam
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Whatever your clients’ plans are this New Year’s Eve, ensure they have a glam nail look to see them through into 2020. This navy, nude and gold embellished design by Emme (of @emme_nail) oozes sophistication and glamour with feature nails that are…
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