Posts by Sophie Nutt
WHAT I’M WEARING: Sherrine Jermy, Sherrine’s Sparklies
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sherrine Jermy, of Sherrine’s Sparklies, wears nude nails with nature-inspired detailing. “I used Premier Gel’s LBG in Paris with a layer of INK London Additions Clear Holographic in Pearl. I then used water colour inks to create the green-yellow ‘clouds’. I put a thin layer…
Read MoreHow to market to male clients
The male beauty market is booming as salons see men make up one in five clients*, indulging in their appearance through treatments such as manicures and pedicures, waxing and tanning. We witness old-fashioned stigmas attached to men paying ‘too much’ attention to their appearance or the notions that a ‘real man’ shouldn’t wear moisturiser rapidly…
Read MoreTracy Sutton shares five ways to limit your impact on the environment
Our industry’s war with waste is significant. Public awareness surrounding packaging, plastic pollution and the environment is at its highest due to media coverage, new regulations and reports. No one knows the absolute right thing to do in order to solve the issue, and everyone has different values and approaches, however there are a number…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Chelsea O’Connor, Nails By Chelsea
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Chelsea O’Connor, of Nails By Chelsea, reveals neon ombré looks have been popular with her clients recently. “Ombré has always been one of my most popular requests, especially during the summer time when the neon brights come back around – as these shades make…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Candy floss rainbow
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! We’re a sucker for pastel candy floss tones any day of the week, but we are especially loving the candy floss hues in this oh-so sweet nail design created by Rosemarie Jones at The Nail Bar, Owestry. The index finger sees a…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Terri Eaton
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Terri Eaton wears a glam take on milky nude nails. “I am trialling some of The Gel Bottle Inc products at the moment. I was desperate for some opal effect nails but wanted a crushed pearls effect also, so I used two Magpie Beauty flakes…
Read MoreHelena Linsky reveals festival beauty trend predictions
Q61 nail and beauty studio co-director, Helena Linsky, reveals her hottest festival beauty trends of 2019… “With festival season about to kick off across Europe and the UK, we’re seeing an influx of clients at our Q61 nail and beauty studios looking for fast, effective ways to switch up their beauty. Festival-goers are notoriously more…
Read MoreWhy you should be offering add-on services
As clients become increasingly time-poor, they may seek to find a professional that can cater to all of their beauty needs in one stint, squeezing treatments around other commitments. As a nail tech, you’ve already earned the trust of your clients, so consider expanding your treatment menu to cater to their lash, waxing, brow and…
Read MoreSpa at South Lodge partners with Gerrard International
This spring the Exclusive Hotels & Venues portfolio, including Pennyhill Park Hotel & Spa, announced the opening of the Spa at South Lodge near Horsham. For a number of years, Pennyhill Park Hotel & Spa has been a flagship spa for Gerrard International’s portfolio of products, and now the Spa at South Lodge is following…
Read MoreStay on trend for summer with ASP Neon POP collection
Sally Salon Services has announced it has launched four new ASP Neon Quick-Dip Acrylic Powders. Introducing a range of fun, eye-popping shades for you and your clients, the ASP Neon POP collection includes: Electrifying Yellow Orange Disco Omg Pink Rude (coral) Ideal for festivals, holidays and summertime occasions, the vibrant hues are available in the…
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