TECHS & SALONS
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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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Leanne Townsend, of Harts & Bows, reveals bright, sparkling nail designs have been popular with her clients. “My clients are loving Mylar Flakes at the moment. They are stunning in the light! Teamed with Swarovski crystals and you have…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Halloween is a mere 10 days away, so expect the spooky nail requests from clients to be flooding in if they haven’t already! We love these edgy and chic Halloween-inspired nails by @bhambnails, using The Gel Bottle…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kirsty Coltman, of Glamour and Nails, wears an eye-catching pink and black nail look. “I created these nails using Team Gorgeous Acrylic. The colours are beautiful and I used Pop Tart, New York and Clear Candy. For the glitters I…
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Tell us about your training… When I first entered the industry back in 2010, I was still working full time and looked for courses that I could complete around the day job. I initially trained with CND™ in manicure and pedicure services, followed by Nail Harmony for Gelish training. I trained in…
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As I’ve mentioned before, working as a session tech is unlike any job I’ve had before. Working in an office, salon or even as a mobile tech usually involves some sort of parameter as far as time is concerned, such as working hours and days of the week. I found…
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Stepping inside Mali Palmer’s salon, BeeBee Beauty Salon, is a warm and welcoming experience. “The salon is very cosy,” smiles Mali. “It is designed to make you feel like you are at home enjoying the comforts of home but with the added bonus of having wonderful treatments. “The treatments we offer…
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