TECH TALK
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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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Smokey nails is a trend that is circulating social media at the moment, with many crediting Amy Rickaby, of @beautyworksbyamy, for the technique. One design that caught our eye is from celebrity and session manicurist, Michelle Class,…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sherrie Farris, of Sherrie’s Nails, created a pastel rainbow on her nails! “The ombré was created by painting half of the nail one colour, the other half a different colour and using a slightly dampened (with isopropyl alcohol) brush, dragging…
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The external signage on my new academy is finally up – as are frosted windows to protect my products from the impact of direct sunlight. I was so pleased and excited to see the shop sign go up, as the premises no longer looks derelict. My stomach did do some…
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Talented nail tech and educator, Elwira Walczak of Petite Nails, reveals how she created an arm rest to tackle the back pain she suffered with as a result of years of tekking… “I’ve struggled with back and neck pain for a long time, to the point that I was desperately…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Amy Clarke, of Amy Clarke Nail/Make-up Artist & Educator, reveals nude shades with a hint of sparkle have been popular with her clients recently. “This particular colour scheme of neutral colours have been quite popular this summer with the…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Sometimes simplicity can equal perfection and this is the case with this week’s mani Monday that comes courtesy of Amanda Sim, nail tech at Glasgow’s NAF! Salon who specialises in gel polish and acrylics. Going hand-in-hand with…
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