Posts by Sophie Nutt
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Oksana Smirnova, Oksana Salon
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Oksana Smirnova, of Oksana Salon, reveals dark metallic nail looks have been popular with her clients recently. “I think this nail design is very popular because it uses dark magical colours, everyone is tired of bright summer colours and, as it is Christmas time…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Rainbow flames
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Will we ever get bored of flame nail designs? Probably not – and especially when they’re in the neon hues of the rainbow! Queen of flame nail art, Miss Betty Rose, knows exactly how to put a fresh spin on the trend…
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 a dreamy pastel lilac nail look. “These nails were predominantly created using liquid and powder on sculpting forms. The French ombré was created by blending HD Professional acrylic in Polar…
Read MoreEnhance nail designs with NSI Glaze ‘N’ Go Top Coats
NSI has revealed the Glaze ‘N’ Go Shimmering and Matte Top Coats. The NSI Glaze ‘N’ Go Shimmer Top Coat is available in Glistening or Soft Pink for a sparkling, ultra-shine finish, just in time for party season. The NSI Glaze ‘N’ Go Matte Top Coat is designed to leave nails with a soft, velvety…
Read MoreSienna X launch Skincare Sachets to entice clients
Sienna X has launched handy Skincare Sachets, adding the range to its Skincare collection. Designed to add value onto treatments and entice a new set of clients to try the Sienna X Skincare products, the range sees five sachets. The Miracle Mask Sachet 2ml – with 10% Manuka honey Natural Manuka honey helps to retain moisture with…
Read MoreThe benefits of offering L&P services
The L&P system is a valuable addition to a professional’s skillset as well as a staple service for a salon’s service menu. “L&P is a system that I have been working with for 22 years now and it is my starting system with new extension clients,” says Lisa Dunlop, Cuccio elite educator. “I would only…
Read MoreOrly reveals icy Arctic Frost nail colour collection for winter
Orly has revealed its shimmering Arctic Frost collection for a chic take on winter manicures. Available in Orly nail lacquer and Orly GelFX formulas, the six-piece collection includes: Below Zero Cold Shoulder Frost Smitten Gilded Glow Ice Breaker Snow Worries The collection features subtle shimmers, icy hues and full on sparkle for seasonal manicures to…
Read MoreGet arty & ease application with new Halo Gel Polish Brush
Pure Nails has launched the Halo Gel Polish Brush in Size 6, allowing techs to create a variety of nail designs. Ideal for using with the Halo Gel Polish formula in a pot, launched with the brand’s ‘Twas The Night collection, techs can use the brush to create full coverage nail looks or nail art…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Jay Eves, Nails By Jay
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jay Eves, of Nails By Jay, reveals the 3D reverse French nail look has been extremely popular with clients recently. “I believe this design has been so popular because of how many variations of it are possible: it’s allowing techs to be creative in…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Simple autumn
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! There are many things to love about autumn: the festive Christmas drinks menu at your local coffee shop, burnt orange and red leaves, fresh sunny mornings, blankets… The list is endless. But there’s one thing we love above all of that here…
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