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Squid Game fans, you need to check out these 21 nail art designs
Following the hype of its first season, Netflix’s South Korean dystopian show, Squid Game, is back with a second series – and it’s inspiring nail art. Check out our roundup of incredible Squid Game nail styles below…
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Time is running out to WIN over £400 worth of The GelBottle Inc products
The January Scratch Snap competition is closing! Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge that invites nail pros to create a salon-style nail design in line with a theme. Simply snap a pic of the design on yourself, nail tips or a client – and you could be…
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Greek goddess nails & 9 other nail trends set to dominate 2025
Beauty brand, Beauty Pie, has analysed TikTok, Instagram, Google search and YouGov data to uncover beauty trends to expect in 2025. It predicts the top 10 nail trends of the year to be: Duck shape nails (+463% rise in interest) Hibiscus nails (+303%) – Click for a hibiscus step-by-step by…
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Home gel kit dangers & 6 ways to prevent allergies at the nail desk
Many people turned to DIY nail kits during the coronavirus lockdown. They may have been visiting a nail pro for months, years or even decades – before suddenly, the luxury of a nail appointment was gone, and some saw a solution in home application of gel polish. DIY home kits…
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Self-employment help for nail techs: registration & tax essentials
Are you keen to take the leap into self-employment? Here’s a guide to the registration and tax essentials you need to know… For nail technicians working in salons who seek greater control over their careers, self-employment often feels like a natural next step. It offers professional and creative freedom, aiding…
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AI is changing the beauty salon game: here’s how it can help you stay ahead
Richard McCabe, aka the Lifestyle Salon Coach, shares how artificial intelligence can benefit your beauty business… Love it or hate it, AI is changing how businesses work – and that includes salons. Just like past tech revolutions, if you jump on board early, you’re more likely to come out on…
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Revealed: the 10 UK cities offering the best ‘value for money’ manicures
Research by Capital on Tap has revealed the UK’s hotspots for ‘high-quality yet low cost’ nail services. Credit card and spend management platform for small businesses, Capital on Tap, has compiled The UK Beauty Report, analysing the cities that offer the best value for money in terms of self-care services.…
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Veganuary: How to tell if your nail & beauty products are vegan-friendly
Are your clients calling for vegan and cruelty-free products? Scratch explores how to tell if your nail and beauty products fit the bill… The global vegan cosmetics market is anticipated to reach $24.79 billion in 2028, according to research by Fortune Business Insights, and a whopping 82% of all new vegan items…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Lauren Holmes, of Nailed It Beauty, has found the warmer weather has been encouraging her clients to be more daring with their colour choices. “Mustard is a total love/hate colour with my clients,” Lauren laughs. “A lot of my clients…
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Delicate and detailed floral nail designs walked the Rodarte runway at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. International nail artist, TracyLee Percival, created the floral nail look with Morgan Taylor lacquers and real flowers. Models walked the runway in whimsical clothing designs, served up by the duo behind the design house, Rodarte,…
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High Definition has announced the dates of its Build Your Beauty Business With High Definition event. The three events will provide the ideal opportunity for salons that are looking to boost business, enhance their beauty offering, or venture into the world of cosmetic retailing. The regional events promise to be…
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IBD has unveiled its summer collection, featuring eight scorching shades that are sure to catch eyes this season. Aptly name Destination Colour, the bright new hues will be available in JustGel Polish, along with matching Advanced Wear Pro Lacquer and It’s A Match Duo Pack Buenos Dias Barcelona, a creamy…
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Top tech, Rebecca Orme, has been appointed as distributor for Mystic Nails products in England and Wales. The brand hails from Hungary as has been providing enhancement products and tools for nail professionals for a decade. The products are available now via www.nailsand.co.uk and include hard gel, soak off gel,…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kass Dixon has been wearing this ultra luxe rose gold design. “I created these for a family event,” Kass reveals. “I’m totally in love with rose gold at the moment and it gave me the perfect opportunity to do this…
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