Salon in the Spotlight: Kaitlyn Jay Studio, Newport, Wales
Wanting her Newport-based salon decor to reflect her own personal style, natural nail tech, Kaitlyn Jay, opted for an on-trend, neutral colour scheme. “I love the minimal vibe,” Kaitlyn beams. “It’s not necessarily outwardly unique, but it’s a total reflection of me, and I love it.” “The theme in my…
Read MoreNail Tech Talk: Jo Paylor of The Beauty Garage
As a long-time beauty lover, Joanna Paylor of The Beauty Garage was instantly drawn to pursuing a career in the industry. “I never really enjoyed school much and couldn’t wait to get to college and do something practical and creative on my own terms,” Jo explains. “I love being able…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Studio, Wiltshire
Driven by her passion and dedication to the industry, nail technician and beauty educator, Claire Elaine Thomson, shares her love for learning and reveals the message behind her hummingbird branding. With 23 years of experience, Claire started her nail journey in 1998 when she decided it was time to do…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Imagine Nails & Beauty, Wirral
Lockdown encouraged long-time beauty lover, Charlotte Holden, to take the steps to finally pursue her dream job in the nail and beauty industry. Noting her love for nails and making others feel good about themselves, tekking is the perfect fit for Charlotte, who began polishing and painting nails as a…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Bambu, Stoke-On-Trent
At the age of 14, Andrea Martin undertook work experience at a salon and fell in love with the beauty industry. Eager to get her foot in the door of the industry, she committed to a Saturday job as soon as she was able, commenting: “I had no idea that…
Read MoreEnergy bills make up 40% of hair & beauty salon costs, according to research
According to research by Uswitch for Business, energy bills make up 40% of the average hair and beauty salon’s total business costs. The research also revealed that more than 11,000 salons are financially struggling, with 24% saying they find it challenging to pay their energy bills. These findings come amid…
Read MoreTreatwell announces first UK nail brand partnership with Glossify
Glossify has teamed up with Treatwell for the salon management software’s first UK nail brand pairing, offering unique educational and expertise-based content to techs and salons. Fast-growing professional-only nail brand created by nail techs for nail techs, Glossify, has announced its exclusive partnership with Treatwell, looking to host collaborative industry…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Nail Licious By Stacey, Worksop
With the support of her family, Stacey Brown of Nail Licious By Stacey opened up her self-described ‘perfect pink paradise’ salon to offer her nail and beauty services to clients. Having always loved getting her nails done and always having an interest in beauty, Stacey decided it was time to…
Read MoreWant to double retail sales in the salon? Check out Liz McKeon’s 2023 Staff Training Programme
Salon expert and business coach, Liz McKeon, has launched her 2023 Staff Training Programme, How to Double Your Retail Sales, Rebookings and Referrals Within 30 Days. Noting the importance of retail sales in the salon as a source of income after gaining 70% of her salon’s turnover from retail and…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Hut, Norfolk
Sister duo, Martina and Yvette Parent, opened the doors to The Beauty Hut in July 2021 in memory of their mother, Linda Parent, who they lost to Covid in June 2020. “This business means everything to us and we’re trying our hardest to make it successful for our mum,” they…
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