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Help! Terrible eyelashes!

Im in desperate need of help. I had eyelash extensions on Saturday and they are terrible. They're stuck together, gappy and really thick and plasticky. I'm also a bit worried they're going to damage my...

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Need help with world's greasiest hair

I'm pretty desperate at this point trying to find a solution to my problem. I have seriously greasy hair for which Ive tried everything recommended to no avail. I was told not to wash it regularly and...

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Paraffin wax mani/pedi

Hi. I am just reading up on manis and pedis for my course at the end of this month and they mention a parrafin wax treatment. Can I ask those that do this treatment whether you find this to be a...

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Help with bank accounts, registering etc.

So I recently qualified as a nail technician and now I just need to register my business, set up a separate bank account, get insurance and order my kit, etc. But what order do I go about doing this...

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Callus Peel vs Foot Logix

Have any of you geeks had experience of using both of these? Which, in your opinion, is better in terms of long lasting results? I use Callus Peel and the results look fab after treatment, but I never...

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Acrylic nail course Midlands (Birmingham)

Wheres the best place to train to do gel nails in the midlands

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ITEC recognition in Italy

Hello everyone, I am pretty sure that the question has be asked already many times but anyway here it goes. I am a fully qualified sports massage therapist and I was planning to move back to Italy,...

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Electric files, worth it?

Is it worth investing in a good electric file for doing acrylic removal, refills etc. I know I'd have to do specific training in it but does it cut a lot of time out of removing acrylics or filling...

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Glue sticks

Hi all Could anyone recommend very good glue sticks please for the use in extensions? Preferably a brand who's sticks don't crumble at the site of liquid but equally, they can break down when using...

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Perron Rigot wax too hot

We have used Lycon wax in our salon for 5 years but after reading lots of threads on here about how good Perron Rigot wax is, we decided to give it a go. We went for Euroblonde as that seemed to be the...

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Business | Carlton Institute Goes Into Liquidation

While you may be worrying about your future if you are a student of The Carlton Institute, you can rest assured that the awarding body VTCT has pledged their support as the beauty school has been...

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Imats 2015

Hello my lovelies , I am a newby and been nosing through the threads , you all seem lovely and very helpful Just wondering if any makeup geeks will be attending imats this year ?? And what you have on...

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Can you use isopropyl alcohol on natural nails?

Can anyone help and tell me if it's okay to put isopropyl alcohol on natural nail to cleanse before applying shellac

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Making your employees self employed, is it worth it?

I currently employe 5 staff and have done for 15 years (not the same staff). My question is has anyone ever made their staff self employed from being employed? Is it worth it cost wise? I've a 2 &...

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Personal and sensitive subject

Hi folks I wanted both your professional advice as well as your friendly advice here. I've been in tears over this for days. Ok so I have been seeing an old client of mine for a while now and any...

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Dropping a treatment

I would like some opinions please. I'm going to be a bit vague, but say you did lots of different treatments, one of which you'd been doing for a long time but had gradually stopped taking on new...

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Help! Brown marks on Indian skin after waxing

Hi ladies, I have been regularly waxing my client for nearly two years every 4-6 weeks and she has full leg, toes, stomach, back, arms, fingers, neck and shoulders all done with warm wax and i do her...

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How do I look?

How is my make up in this photo? Still working on the foundation and powder finish? Chrissie

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Salon break in, in Essex

Hi everyone, Just a heads up and also to see if anyone might have any information. My salon was broken into in the early hours of this morning. We are based in Gidea Park, Romford area of Essex. The...

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What brands are people using for gel extensions?

Hi I'm doing gel extensions and I am currently have problems with gellux uv hard gel and wanting to change to another top leading brand which one are good please and how long are they lasting x

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