Weight and looks holding you back?
Bit of a strange one....... But does your weight or looks or both ever hold you back and make you feel less confident against a slimmer stylist? I've always felt like clients, tutors etc... Are always...
View ArticleYour set ups. I'll show you mine if you show me yours!
As previously discussed thought it would be nice to have the opportunity to show off your salon / set up and nosey at everyone's else's so hopefully I few pics of mine
View ArticleMentality Polish - please read
Apparently, there is a big problem: http://nailitmag.com/nail-news-mentality-nail-polish-is-ruining-customers-nails/ This is only one article but if you google, there are more and even a fb page.
View ArticleLA Tan Pro Gun failure
Hi all I bought a new machine and gun direct from LA Tan back in April and since then I have had no end of issues with this gun. I am at the point that I am having to prime the gun by putting warm...
View ArticleAcrylic nails on a man?
Ok bit of a strange one, basically had a text earlier from a guy wanting acrylic nails Apparently a female friend has dared him I dont really know what to make of this and am a bit dubious to say the...
View ArticleAnnoying!
Hi All, I think I just need a bit of a rant and to also see if any other hair extensionists/hair dresses feel the same. A woman in the local area is offering a full head of micro, pre bond and weft for...
View ArticleDoes anybody write?
I've written two full length novels. I've been writing for years. Does anyone else write?
View ArticleCND XPress 5 Top coat not on Ellisons website?
Hi all! is it just me or has CND XPress 5 been taken off Ellisons website? x
View ArticleCleaning tint brushes?
Hey everyone, just wanting opinions and if anyone's had any past experience on this! We've been having a few cleaning issues with the assistants in the salon where I'm self-employed, nothing major but...
View ArticleBest gloves
I have small hands and want some really skin tight gloves. Can you recommend any particular material or brand x
View ArticleHair extension style
Hi all, sorry for another extension post but don't know about this one lol I've had a lady message about this style below, she says her own hair is fine but loves the style + if she could achieve the...
View ArticleNVQ being scrapped?
So, is the NVQ really being scrapped soon in colleges? how true is it really? I enrolled last week for my Level 3 hairdressing, i originally applied for the NVQ but ive now been put on to the VRQ...
View ArticleLittle things that irritate you ?
I'm sat here on the sofa my other half is eating a SMALL packet of crisps which seems to be lasting forever and I'm getting so irritated with the noise of the packet and have never heard someone chew...
View ArticleCND lamp blew up
My lamp has just blown up whilst with client! I heard a sizzling noise and a funny smell and two of the bulbs on one side have stopped working. Tried the other bulbs but no joy. Does anyone know how...
View ArticleBrazilian blow drys
Is there a better brand or peoples preference? I'm just staring out in this. Thank you x
View ArticleAdvice needed with demanding client
Hello everyone, I'm having problems with a demanding client and need some advice, I know what I want to do I would just like other people's thought/experiences with this kind of thing and what/how I...
View ArticleCorrect order
Hi salongeeks i'm a bit confused on a few things when it comes to gel enhancements.. I mainly sculpt my gel (occasionally tip if the client requests) but i'm unsure if i apply my base layer sculpting...
View ArticleSkin help please
Hi lovelies. So I've always had clear skin, never had spots or anything and over the past month I've developed massive spots all over my chin and they will not budge I've tried everything and it's...
View ArticleAny suggestions please?
Hi, I had a new client in for a set of acrylic nails a few weeks ago, she was made up with them and then she messaged me about 4 days later saying she had broke a nail, it was just the corner of one...
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