TECH TALK
Endometriosis Awareness Week: ‘I was heartbroken and scared of losing my nail business’
Scratch chats to Andover nail tech, Jo Bennett, about her experiences suffering with chronic condition, endometriosis. Endometriosis is a condition which targets the uterus, causing tissue, similar to the lining of the uterus, to grow outside of it. Common symptoms include, but aren’t limited to, severe pelvic pain and extreme…
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Life as a nail tech with Raynaud’s: 5 pros share their experiences
Raynaud’s syndrome, also known as Raynaud’s disease and Raynaud’s phenomenon, is a condition that affects blood circulation to fingers and toes and can cause them to change colour when cold, anxious or stressed. Other symptoms include pain, numbness and pins and needles. Symptoms vary for each individual and may last…
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Ashford beauty salon: how exceptional customer service creates relaxing client experiences
Sarah Webb, owner of Bella’s Little Nail Boutique, takes pride in her standout beauty services, which place an emphasis on the client experience. Working in customer service for over 20 years, Sarah knows how to offer clients an exceptional appointment. She explains: “My clients receive a coffee and biscuits, and…
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Read the latest issue
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Tricia Rennie created these nails after being inspired by her favourite nail tech. “I created these nails using The Glitter Fairy diamonds and multi cut glitters with the CJP acrylic range. One of my favourite nail tech is Lucy Fell,…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desks! Sarah Painter, owner of Glamour Beauty Salon, has revealed that her clients have been asking for chic greys and baby boomer nails. “Everyday, clients as me for a nail look that ‘goes with everything’, and this is it! This twist…
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The countdown to Halloween has begun! We’re putting the spotlight on boo-tiful products and fang-tactic designs – will your clients dare to try them this spooky season? Meow! Beth Ward, from Lunula Nails and Beauty, created this black cat design with a feline feature nail. Beth used shades from Cuccio‘s Veneer range before adding…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Anona Grice created this glittering look to try out one of Magpie Beauty’s latest additions. “These nails are CJP sculpted acrylics,” Anona reveals. “I used one of the brand’s cover pinks. I then used a clear acrylic mixed with Magpie Beauty’s glitter,…
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The countdown to Halloween has begun! We’re putting the spotlight on boo-tiful products and fang-tactic designs – will your clients dare to try them this spooky season? Jessie Minter created this ghoulish design with Gelish shades. Starting with an enhancement of PolyGel, Jessie then added the glittering green Gelish tone, You Crack…
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The countdown to Halloween has begun! We’re putting the spotlight on boo-tiful products and fang-tactic designs – will your clients dare to try them this spooky season? The team at Notorious Nails Academy created this utterly bewitching look. Alongside a witchy hue of purple, the nail design uses INK London Additions in holographic…
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