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Digital Boost for Beauty: the campaign helping beauty businesses transition to Making Tax Digital
Ria-Jaine Lincoln, aka The Beauty Accountant, has launched a campaign to prepare beauty businesses for the UK government’s upcoming Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative. Digital Boost for Beauty, launching on 2 February 2025, seeks to ‘support hair and beauty professionals to transition from paper-based bookkeeping to digital systems – or…
Read MoreNail techs, salons, educators & teams invited to ‘show off their sparkle’ in UK&I industry awards
Nail pros & business owners: it’s time to show off your sparkle and celebrate your strengths in the sector’s most prestigious awards event! It’s the ultimate celebration of creativity, passion and dedication to client care: the nail sector’s equivalent to the Oscars has returned for a 13th year – and…
Read MoreCardiff nail tech: Offering vegan nail services has attracted 75% of my clients
Coral Kendall (she/they) of vegan nail studio, Oh Lush Nails, shares why she believes it is important to offer vegan services, the products she uses and what techs can do to become more vegan-friendly… “As a vegan of seven years, I was always going to run a vegan studio,” reveals…
Read MoreWell it’s all coming together now! I can see my vision becoming a reality and the academy opening is all very exciting, however I think we’ve hit a bit of a brick wall due to tiredness. Working all week then spending the weekends at the academy is taking its toll.…
Read MorePerfect your pedicure with this advice from Cindy Johnson, chiropodist and Jessica Nails area manager… Why are pedicures so important as a service – and why should a nail pro offer them? A pedicure is not just about the cosmetic side, but also about the health of feet. Educate your…
Read MoreProper prep of the natural nail care before gel polish application is imperative, as there are many elements the consultation and prep process that have vital implications on the end result. As with any other treatment, the importance of a thorough consultation is paramount. This will allow you to identify…
Read MoreWhile it’s important for your salon to look good, it is even more important that it is safe. If you’re making changes or refurbishing, you have the chance to build preventive measures for your salon’s overall security. The Metropolitan Police offers advice on how to deter burglars and increase your…
Read MoreLet nails take centre stage with the summer 2019 nail colour collection from Gelish, designed in celebration of the Rocketman film from Paramount Pictures. The film focuses on the career of musical icon, Elton John, and six bright shades are inspired by his music and persona. A luxe glitter overlay,…
Read MoreTake a peek inside a double-Scratch Stars Awards finalist’s new salon… Having honed her skills in a salon, Liv Oldfield decided it was time to spread her wings and fly solo, seeing her open Nails By Liv Salon. “This venture is a brand new, at-home studio,” explains Liv. “I opened the…
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