What is an NVQ level 1?
Im just wondering what level 1 is because I skipped straight to nvq level 2 nails. Is it important that I have a level one? I mean my course covered all the basics
View ArticleDry hair extensions-what would you do?
Hi guy, Just looking for some advice. I fitted a LA weave around 3 weeks ago, after a week the client said the hair had gone really dry so I went to have a look. I got the client to do a conditioning...
View ArticleGel extensions training
Hi everyone, A lot of people have asked me if I do gel extensions at my salon but I am only doing gelish polish and I am thinking of doing a course. Who did you train with? What's better sculpt gel...
View ArticlePerfect Polishing CND course
Hi guys I'm awful at painting nail varnish, one of my main reasons I'm not advertising to the public yet, is it worth doing the CND perfect polishing course if I'm not planning on using vinylux? I'm...
View ArticleFudge colours
Hi, I had a look on search but most things are quite old. Has anyone used them recently? My rep came in and showed me the colour etc. And there seems to be a really nice choice. I also like that you...
View ArticleVinylux Crushed Roses
Does anyone know why Cnd doesn't make shellac in crushed Roses just Vinylux
View Articlebeauty works
Just some advice please! I treated myself to a celebrity choice weft in shade #33 for the first time, it's not a company I use due to mixed reviews but i was so impresed with my friends i bought one....
View ArticleLa Weave braidless using shrinkies
I'm trained in shrinkies micro rings and la weave. Was wondering if anyone had ever used shrinkies to do the la weave/braidless sew in by flattening the shrinkies down. Thought would be really secure....
View ArticleShellac Nordic Lights - first client
Hi Peeps, Had my first client today & my first experience using Nordic Lights! I'm exhausted [emoji23] took me forever - lots of PEP required & of course educating her about a few things re...
View ArticleCurlformers perm
Hi guys it's been a few years since I've done a perm and I've been looking at a few vids on YouTube. It's for my hair and it's the perfect texture for it to be honest. Has anyone done one using...
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Shellac nail colour ring!
Hi guys, I received an email from SS this morning saying that the Shellac colour ring is now available so I've happily now ordered mine and it's on its way. As a beginner this is going to be invaluable...
View ArticleLash extensions not full enough
Ok so I am having a hard time on achieving unlimited lashes within the two hour mark. I find that the lashes look scanty and my clients barely look like they have lashes on. I spent almost 4 hours on...
View ArticleConfusion with how to apply varnish
Soooo much information on how to apply Shellac. How many dips per nail? Do you put blob on middle of nail and push back to cuticle then pull to free edge? How many strokes? Im trying to keep my coat...
View ArticleMore ways to promote your business
Hi chaps! I've just spent a couple of hours sending emails to all the local golf clubs, day nurseries and independent schools offering a gift voucher for their Christmas Fayres/Raffles/Draws. Given...
View ArticleBad hair salon experience not once but twice!
Hi, I really hope there is a lovely hair pro out there somewhere who can help me with this. Sorry it's so long. I went to my usual hair salon yesterday for a full head of highlights. As usual I went...
View ArticleNew nail tech in need of advice
Hi everyone. I am a newly qualified nail technician. I am just wondering what prices do I charge my clients. I do have a price list but am not sure if my pricing is ridiculously cheap or fine. I offer...
View ArticleBluesky/Colour me Pretty vs NSI Polish Pro?
I'm just starting out (again) and have gone with NSI acrylic products so thought I would also use their range of gel polish as the prep products are the same for both but after some research I have...
View ArticleCoffee for friendless geeks
Hi all, Seeing how the 'how to make friends' thread was a hit I thought I should follow up with my suggestion on a thread for us to find local geeks so we can meet and create our own social events...
View ArticleAir pocket in the fake nails? Pls help
Hi geeks! I have been a nail tech for 3 years. I had a client from June and I refill for her every 2 week. and in the last several months when she return for her fill I find a large white spot look...
View ArticlePrice list
Hello I'm new here I wanted to ask you what's your price list for: Eyebrows & eyelash ( strip and individual lashes, tinting ) treatment Waxing Facials Manicure & Pedicure Thank you xxx
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