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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Read the latest issue
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Natalie Mason, of The Shack Nails, reveals full-on sparkle has been popular with her clients recently. “This design has been popular as it enables clients to keep a clean classic look but still with a whole lot of sparkle.…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! T-minus nine days until Santa makes a visit! So we’re throwing some more festive nail art designs your way in the lead up to the big day. We’re in love with these fabulously festive nails, seeing super…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Katie Foster, of Nomad Beauty, wears a super sparkly galaxy design on her nails. “These nails were based on a galaxy theme! I created them using Magpie Beauty products. I started with a couple of layers of Give Me Strength,…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hayley Winder, of Hayley Winder, Hair, Nails & Beauty Educator, reveals Christmas glitters have been popular with her clients recently. “This design is proving popular due to its classic Christmas colour palette and people love this particular glitter combination…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Christmas nail designs are out in full force, with clients sporting fully festive sets or making a subtle nod to the joyous season. Social media is now bursting with Christmas nail looks created by talented techs, with…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kirsty Coltman, of Glamour and Nails, wears a chic silver, black and red design to ease herself into Christmas. “This set was created using the CJP Acrylic system. I was desperate to use some of the new colours in Smashed…
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