SALON & SPAS
Hull home nail salon owner: How I prioritise the mental health of clients
Lucy Allman, owner of The Nail Shed, shares about the supportive ethos of her East Yorkshire garden salon… In 2021, Lucy Allman was made redundant and welcomed a second child. It was this change in lifestyle and need for flexibility that inspired her to carve a career in the nail…
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Pet-friendly salons: key benefits & important considerations
Have you ever considered making your salon pet-friendly? A spokesperson for luxury nail salon, Paint Nails London, shares the advantages and what you need to consider. Why did you decide to become a pet-friendly salon? We decided to become a pet-friendly salon because so many of our clients are animal…
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Family affair: Meet 3 sets of siblings finding success in the nail industry
Scratch puts the spotlight on brothers and sisters working together in the nail industry… Glitterbels While Annabel Maginnis will likely come to mind when you hear the word ‘Glitterbels’, there is a trio of siblings involved in the brand: Annabel’s husband, Elliott, and his brothers, Mac and Alex. It was…
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After working in numerous salons in her local area, Samantha Kaye set about going solo in her beauty business venture. “I decided it was time to open my own salon,” she smiles. “I was managing a major beauty salon in the city centre of Leeds, owned it for 5 years…
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Looking to create a balance between family life and a busy business, Lynne Scott sought a solution close to home – converting her garage into a studio for her nail services. “With a young family, I feel it has been a great move to allow me to work my diary…
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“I started up my own business three years ago after my family moved onto an old farm house,” smiles Amelia Butt. “The cabin was already set up with running water and insulation, so it was perfect for my dream cabin. “My salon is unique as it’s easy to get to…
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Blending nail treatments with hair service, Nathan Moody’s career took a turn when he chose to train in nail services. “I have had Moody Hair LTD for roughly for now years now, trading as a hairdresser in Lancashire,” Nathan explains. “When I trained last year in nails, I decided it…
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The team at Tress & Bloom pride themselves on combining ‘good vibes and amazing treatments’, reveals owner Sandy Clavey. “We opened the salon earlier in the year,” Sandy explains. “We are a dream team, working in a beautiful environment. The salon is unique because of the team. They are all awesome,…
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Newly opened, Awe London has been a bolt of blue in South Woodford. “This is my first venture into salon ownership,” smiles director, Kamden Monplaisir. “My aim is to provide awesome and accurate treatments in a beautiful environment, while keeping client wellness at the forefront of what we do.” Specialising…
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