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Glitterbels Expands Education Team

By Alex Fox | 10 November 2020

Under the accomplished eyes of Charli Jepson (Educator of the Year 2018 The Scratch Stars Awards),the Glitterbels education team has been growing and thriving through 2020. A 26-strong team that captures and guides students from Scotland to Northern Ireland and right down to Plymouth in England, the team is now…

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Revealed: The key ways hair & beauty businesses have adapted amidst Covid-19

By Chloe Randall | 10 November 2020

A whopping 74% of hair and beauty businesses stated that instant messaging is key for business success post Covid-19, according to research by Yell Business. This research explored how small businesses have adapted to survive in light of Covid-19 and how the pandemic is changing the way businesses and consumers…

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Create stunning seasonal nails with metallic Color Club collection

By Kat Hill | 10 November 2020

Ensure clients’ nails shine this season with Color Club’s Golden State collection. The line-up includes six sophisticated metallic lacquer shades that range from platinum to rose gold to create on-trend metallic nail looks. Now available in the UK from Nail Order, the nail polish shades boast a formula created to…

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Cut appointment times with Gelish Soft Gel

By Kat Hill | 9 November 2020

Offer speedy nail enhancement services with the latest launch from Gelish – the Soft Gel system. Available now in the UK via official distributor, Georgie Smedley Group, the application process sees pre-shaped, full coverage soft gel tips applied to the nail to create enhancements, without the need for filing. What’s more,…

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Pure Nails expands portfolio with Halo Create nail art range

By Helena Biggs | 9 November 2020

Pure Nails, the company behind the Halo brand, has added a host of nail art products to its offering to help elevate your nail designs. The Halo Create range features four categories; Halo Chrome, Halo Coloured Acrylic, Halo Crystals and Halo Glitter, each packaged in diamond-shaped jars to attract attention…

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Organise your tools with Navy Professional’s Charlotte case

By Chloe Randall | 9 November 2020

Get ready for the New Year with Navy Professional’s Charlotte the Ultimate Collection Case. The case is designed to store all of your professional nail tools in one stylish and convenient space. The Charlotte case is adaptable and will keep your tooling safe and secure both when you are working…

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LART Nails UK collaborates with nail pros to create 7-piece collection

By Chloe Randall | 6 November 2020

LART Nails UK has unveiled 7 shades of its Mineral Dipping Colour Powder for the autumn/winter season. The ‘Your Choice collection’ has been created in collaboration with talented nail professionals, with the shades named after each nail pro’s business: LART PRO No. 238 – E-Lady LART PRO No. 239 –…

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Available now: Peacći S.K.I.N home hand & foot care products

By Sophie Nutt | 6 November 2020

Serving as the perfect accompaniment to the Peacći nail range, Peacći S.K.I.N is a professional grade capsule collection of hand and foot care products that can be retailed to clients to use at home. The Peacći S.K.I.N range comprises five products for a full care routine; ManiPedi Scrub, ManiPedi Mask,…

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2020 Gothic World Nail Champions Revealed

By Alex Fox | 5 November 2020

The Gothic World Nails 2020 Championship has announced its winners for its month-long online contest. The international nail championship, Gothic World was created and hosted from Russia by Elena Shanskaya and Oksana Shwander in association with the Golden Nail Group. With a mission to invite techs to expand the boundaries…

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Plan ahead with the Indigo Nails 2021 diary

By Kat Hill | 5 November 2020

Get set for the New Year with Indigo Nails Lab’s 2021 planner. The diary is professional looking thanks to the chic pink cover, Indigo branding and metallic book corners. The planner is ideal for noting appointment times and dates, as well as making note about client preference or details. It features…

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Indulge cuticles with NAF! Stuff’s 2 winter scented oils

By Chloe Randall | 5 November 2020

NAF! Stuff Pro has introduced cuticle oils for the festive season in two tantalising scents; ‘Gingerbread’ and the rich and fruity ‘Winter Berries’. Both scents may prove popular with clients as they prepare for the festive holidays and will make great additions to any nail desk and retail area. Although the…

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Confused about financial support amidst coronavirus? The NHBF outlines what’s available

By Guest Writer | 5 November 2020

As England dives into a second national lockdown, the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) is continuing to lobby for further support for hair and beauty businesses. The industry body is pushing for a reduction in VAT to 5%, further business rates relief, an extension to eviction protection from landlords…

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Brexit & Cosmetic Products: What’s Changing?

By Alex Fox | 4 November 2020

CTPA, voice of the cosmetics industry, offers the wisdom of Caroline Rainsford, head of scientific & environmental services, who breaks down Brexit for the beauty industry. Is your salon prepared for upcoming changes to the cosmetics laws? Nail those plans with hints and tips from the CTPA. The UK left the…

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Industry Brands Addressing Planet Pollution

By Alex Fox | 3 November 2020

Plastic Pollution with a Solution By the year 2050 there will be more plastic than fish by weight in the sea. Production of recycled resin uses 85% less energy and emits 75% fewer greenhouse gasses than the production of virgin resin. The Kevin Murphy haircare range uses Ocean Waste Plastic…

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Inspire glamour with new Orly shades

By Kat Hill | 3 November 2020

Orly has sought inspiration from the glamour of the Roaring 20s to unveil its Metropolis collection for winter. Available soon via UK distributor, Graftons International, the line-up includes six new shades in the brand’s lacquer and GelFX formulas. “We’ve entered the new-age Roaring 20’s and we’re taking inspiration from Gatsby-esque…

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