Posts by Lilly Delmage
Skin Cancer Awareness Month: 2 campaigns helping tackle the UK’s most common cancer
Brands and charities across the UK are raising awareness about the causes of skin cancer and encouraging preventative measures. Help educate your clients on the importance of protecting their skin by sharing the following campaigns: Skcin’s ‘Protect and Check’ campaign UK skin cancer charity, Skcin, has launched ‘Protect and Check’ – a campaign aimed at raising…
Read MoreImportant May dates for your nail & beauty business marketing
Get your business’ marketing content prepared for the month of May, with our roundup of dates to note… Skin Cancer Awareness Month Educate clients on the importance of protecting their skin by sharing the Protect and Check campaign from UK skin cancer charity, Skcin, and the Sun Protection Campaign from UK trade association, Cosmetic, Toiletry…
Read More6 essential tips for nail techs to protect their physical health
Swiss beauty brand, Mavala, offers its top tips for beauty professionals to protect their physical health and wellbeing whilst working demanding roles… In the beauty industry, technicians play a crucial role in boosting the wellbeing of clients. However, Mavala has noticed the little focus shed on the wellness and self-care of beauty therapists. As a…
Read More8 must-know spring/summer 2025 nail art trends
Spring has sprung, and it’s time to try out new nail design options. Nail trends for spring/summer 2025 are pushing the boundaries of creativity and steering art in a fresh direction. We’ve rounded up ones to know to ensure your nail choices are on-trend. Mineral manicures Manifestation techniques are trending for 2025, and are inspiring…
Read MoreCoffin nails: 5 on-trend nail art designs to inspire your spring look
Coffin, or ballerina, nails are long, tapered and filed flat at the tip. The shape resembles both a coffin and a ballerina’s slipper, which inspired the interchangeable names. A popular shape choice, the coffin nail offers an optimal canvas for experimenting with nail art, seasonal colours and 3D designs. Here are five ways to wear…
Read MoreGet Lippy: Beauty brands unite to raise awareness of gynaecological cancers
Gynae cancer charity, The Eve Appeal, has announced its Get Lippy campaign to raise awareness of gynaecological cancers. The Get Lippy campaign will be rolled out during the month of May, encouraging everyone to ‘Get Lippy’ by raising awareness of the five gynaecological cancers: womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval and vaginal. Beauty companies, including CEW UK,…
Read MoreThe celebrity-approved spring nail colours to note
Spring nail looks are taking over our socials, with celebrities showcasing styles with a fresh colour palette. Here’s all the seasonal nail shade inspiration you need… Milky lavender Singer & actress, Selena Gomez, opted for a milky lilac hue – complementing her pastel trousers. Her go-to tech, Tom Bachik, was behind the look and posted…
Read MoreLeeds salon owner: Learning to trust my team & delegate has been a game-changer
You Beauty founder, Rachel Dobson, shares her career story and how learning to delegate tasks has been critical to her success as a manager. Over the past five years, Rachel’s business has rapidly expanded and she reflects on the biggest lesson she has learned: “I tried to do everything myself in the beginning, and I’ve…
Read MoreWhy do I have white spots on my nails? Causes & treatment for leukonychia
Have you noticed white spots appearing on your nails? This could be leukonychia – here’s everything you need to know… What is leukonychia? This refers to discolouration, which often appears as white dots or lines on the nail. According to book, Milady’s Art & Science Nail Technology, the cause of this is typically trauma and…
Read MoreSelf-employment help for nail techs: marketing advice & networking tips
Here’s how to gain the attention of clients by building a buzz around your business… Once you have registered your business, considered tax requirements and made decisions regarding legal, financial and operational considerations, as well as safety and interior design choices, it’s time to build your clientele through effective marketing techniques. “Everything you do as a…
Read MoreFlipside nail trend: what it is & ways to wear it
The trend that allows you to wear two manicures at once is proving popular – here’s why, as well as some nail inspiration. Flipside manicures involve painting the top of nails with one colour, and painting the underside in another. Whether opting for contrasting hues, a coordinated colour scheme or a bold pattern, the trend…
Read MoreBeauty salon no-shows: the UK locations with the highest rates
Hair and beauty booking platform, Treatwell, has revealed the UK locations with the highest rates of beauty no-show appointments. The data reveals that salons across the UK lose up to £200,000 per month due to missed appointments, amounting to £1.6 billion in lost revenue annually. Treatwell has found that Liverpool, Glasgow and Birmingham have the highest…
Read MoreL&P acrylic vs dip powder nails: what’s the difference?
The L&P acrylic and dip powder systems are both artificial nail offerings, and popular choices for a long-lasting, durable nail finish. However, they have distinct differences. Understanding the terminology and chemistry behind the products is essential for meeting your clients’ needs. Here’s what you need to know about each system… What is L&P acrylic? Award-winning…
Read MoreNail piercings: the trending way to upgrade your manicure
Nail piercings are everywhere – offering a simple, pain-free solution to nail enthusiasts wanting to add some edge to their looks, without having to commit to a body piercing. The autumn/winter 2025 Fashion Weeks could be to thank for this rise in nail jewellery, with pierced nails seen on the Sinead Gorey London Fashion Week…
Read MoreStaffordshire tech: Working from a home salon has been the best decision I’ve made
Katie Pritchard of Katie Lou Nail Artist and Educator opens her salon’s doors to Scratch and shares the benefits of becoming a home-based tech. Having been in the nail industry for 20 years, Katie has experimented with a variety of ways of working. She says: “I have worked as a mobile tech, rented a chair…
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