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FAVES OF 2017: Denise Strand

By Sophie Nutt | 29 December 2017

We’ve been asking you for your favourite nail designs of 2017! Denise Strand was inspired by Lucy Fell to create these nails featuring real snake skin – and when Lucy posted them…

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Business and beauty therapy expert receives outstanding achievement award

By Helena Biggs | 28 December 2017

Gill Morris, who has been involved in the beauty therapy industry for over 35 years, has received an FHT President’s Award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the sector.…

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FAVES OF 2017: Nicola Salmon, Body & Nails Mobile Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 28 December 2017

We’ve been asking you for your favourite nail designs of 2017! Nicola Salmon, of Body & Nails Mobile Beauty, revealed that, not only did these nails force her out of her…

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NHF warns of ‘pain’ for salons following minimum wage increase

By Helena Biggs | 27 December 2017

The National Hairdressers Federation, which supports the hair, beauty and barbering industries, reveals that salons will be hit hard by the Budget announcement that wage rates will rise from April.…

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FAVES OF 2017: Sarah Woodrow, Nailed It

By Sophie Nutt | 27 December 2017

We’ve been asking you for your favourite nail designs of 2017! Sarah Woodrow, of Nailed It, fell in love with these nails as they were the first set she created after…

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Semilac expands premises & announces franchise plans

By Helena Biggs | 26 December 2017

UV hybrid nail polish brand, Semilac, has invested £50,000 in a new distribution premises to help the business keep up with increasing demand. Five new jobs have been created by…

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MII Cosmetics reveals Supernova Gift Sets

By Kat Hill | 26 December 2017

Add some sparkle to your retail area with Mii’s Supernova Gift Sets from Gerrard International. The Glitter Glam Duo in Starlight set sees Mii’s Lavish Liquid Liner as well as the Supernova…

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FAVES OF 2017: Karen Brown, Sanctuary in the City

By Sophie Nutt | 26 December 2017

We’ve been asking you for your favourite nail designs of 2017! Karen Brown, of Sanctuary in the City salon, revealed that her favourite nail design is the one that she created…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Kristine Toce

By Kat Hill | 24 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Beautifully ornate,…

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Glitterbels education event: Annabel’s Art Assembly

Staffordshire-based nail brand, Glitterbels, has unveiled Annabel’s Art Assembly: an education event led by co-founder & creative director, Annabel Maginnis. It marks her…

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Scratch Snap nail art competition

Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…

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