Posts by Sophie Nutt
WHAT I’M WEARING: Kelly Wells, Beauticle Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kelly Wells, of Beauticle Nails, wears blue nails after the birth of her baby boy. “Firstly, I stamped a lace pattern onto two nails and then used a lovely blue gel polish, leaving a small gap by the cuticle to create cuff nails. I then…
Read MoreNavy Pro releases curved manicure multi tool
Navy Professional has released Doris – a curved manicure multi tool. The tool has been designed for multi-use during nail prep and art for both manicures and pedicures, the soft curved blade aims to remove non-living tissue from the nail plate with ease. Doris has a unique titanium coating, which bacteria cannot adhere to, ensuring…
Read MoreAdd edge to spring manicures with Bio Sculpture Pretty Gritty collection
Designed to add personality to nail looks this season, Bio Sculpture Gel has revealed its Pretty Gritty collection. The collection sees four new ‘sand effect’ gel colours: Sugar Cane – white Bonbon Brittle – grey Marshmallow Crunch – pastel pink Candy Crust – pastel lilac Each gel contains particles that have been textured to add…
Read MoreTitanic Spa trains staff to spot early signs of skin cancer
Titanic Spa in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, has announced a new partnership with skin cancer charity, Skcin, which will act as the spa’s exclusive charity partner for 2019. The spa is supporting Skcin’s mission to raise awareness of skin cancer by promoting the importance of prevention and early detection. As part of its support, Titanic Spa…
Read MoreCotton buds & plastic straws to be banned to tackle plastic pollution
Cotton buds, plastic straws and stirrers are to be banned in England from April next year (2020) in a bid to help tackle plastic pollution. The ban comes after campaigns from Sir David Attenborough and the UN calling for a reduction in plastic waste that cannot decompose, seeing more pressure on businesses to do more…
Read MoreMaximise time with the Hive Dual Digital Wax Heater
With holidays, festivals and hotter temperatures just around the corner, save time during the busy summer period with the Dual Digital Wax Heater from Hive. Offering temperature control and designed to enable professionals to heat two waxes at the same time, the heater enables busy therapists to cut down on preparation time between appointments. Featuring…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Steff Georgiou, The Nail Designer
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Steff Georgiou, of The Nail Designer, reveals asymmetric designs with pops of colour have been popular with her clients recently. “I think this design has been so popular because the pastel shades are perfect for this time of year. I also think they appeal…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Watermelon fresh
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! We’re summoning the warm weather with these juicy watermelon nails courtesy of LA-based nail artist, Bel Fountain-Townsend (@sohotrightnail). After being inspired by fellow talented tech, Alec Cole Hinz (@yaaas_get_nailed), Bel created this mouthwatering nail look. The design sees sheer hues of pink…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Laura Shep, Nail It Byfleet
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Laura Shep, of Nail It Byfleet, wears a delicate floral design. “I created the look using gel polishes that I mixed to create the colours I wanted and used a detailer brush to create the flowers. I used a lavender violet shade as the base…
Read MoreCreate colourful designs with new :Yours stamping polishes
Designed to ensure techs achieve the perfect stamp every time, :Yours has revealed nine new stamping shades for every colour need. The polishes range from Silver Star to Pink Passion and are designed specifically for stamping, offering high pigment and defined shapes. Offering easy application with one stroke and no spilling, the stamping polishes are…
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