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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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Get to know the Scottish nail stylist who led nail looks for Victoria Beckham
In Sammy Mac’s two decades in the nail industry, she’s won numerous awards, opened a thriving nail salon chain and led multiple teams backstage at Fashion Week events. So what’s left on the career tick list for this Scottish nail pro? “Leading the nail team for the 2024 Victoria Beckham…
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50+ green nail designs that are trending right now
Green nails have been dominating our Instagram feeds, and show no signs of going anywhere anytime soon! Check out our roundup of trending designs below…
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A beauty business coach’s guide to goal setting for 2025
Beauty business and mindset coach, Zaara King, offers up advice for the new year… It’s time to consider how you wish to make your mark on the industry over the next 12 months. You get to choose how you show up, what you offer clients and how you make a…
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Unique salon décor: The Birmingham nail salon featuring a piano as its reception desk
Founder of Birmingham-based nail studio, Icey’s Beauty Lounge, Aysana Druga, shares the story behind the salon’s impressive entrance… In 2015, Aysana and her husband spotted a piano in the window of a charity shop. She recalls: “We had no idea where it was going to go at the time, so…
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Share your minimalist nail art for a chance to WIN over £400 worth of The GelBottle Inc products
The January Scratch Snap competition is open! 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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It’s time for a super spring clean and salon spruce up! From nail desks to reception desks, mobile beauty cases to lamps, Salon Services is offering VAT-free savings across salon equipment and furniture throughout this month. With hundreds of pro products available, the offer is only available through March – so…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sophie Hudd of Rainbow Nails is ready for spring thanks to a fresh, floral look. “Although these nails weren’t for a special occasion, I wanted to show off my new Magpie Beauty Gel Colours to my clients,” explains Sophie. “I…
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Complement your nail station with the latest addition to the Handirest range; a baby pink version of the manicure accessory. This pastel hue comes just in time for spring and is developed to provide a firm and stable base on which clients can comfortably place their hand throughout a manicure.…
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Does your salon uniform need an update? Or do you want to amp up your look while you work? Simon Jersey is here to lend a hand with 20% off its workwear attire. From ruffled tunics to comfy shoes, skirts and trousers – and accessories of scarves and belts, simply…
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Pouring your money into an additional beauty service can sometimes risky, but one company is looking to minimise this risk with a new bolt-on business concept. Hair No More is seeking salons from across the UK to provide permanent hair removal with the SkinPULSE SHR advanced system, powered by Cosmedico…
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NABA has added to its product range with a selection of fibreglass gels. Available in two sizes, NABA Q gels are self-levelling and ideal for building long, durable enhancements. The product is available in four shades including clear, extreme white, cover pink and glass pink. Order from www.susansnailstore.co.uk
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