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Hello everyone. I'm looking for a treatment room / nail desk to rent within a hair salon if anyone has or knows of any opportunities within the halifax/ surrounding area. I am Fully qualified to NVQ 3 and insured with lots of experience. Many thanks in advance.

I have recently purchased the CND LED lamp and I'm starting to think that there is something not right with it. Normallywhen I apply shellac to myself and never have any problems with it lasting 2 weeks with my UV lamp. However each time (x3 in total) I have used the LED lamp it has literally...

A few people have asked me to post some pictures so here they are !! The inside is not complete yet and the garden still has to be landscaped but I'll try and add some when they are finished I cannot wait to start working in it! Exciting times!!

Does anyone successfully use a micke ikea desk to do nails? I've not got a huge amount of space in my new room and this seems slightly smaller than a purpose built nail station. If you have one - what lamp do you use with it (i.e where can you attach a light to it) Lastly...is an extractor...

Hello everyone I'm branching out and starting to offer male grooming services in my local gym. I will be mainly waxing / spray tanning etc. I am aware that a number of the males who will be interested in my services are those who train hard and compete in professional body building...

I have been doing a little bit of mobile beauty (few clients here and there) based on recommendation. I have only just set up a facebook page and have plans for a website, maybe have my car sign written etc. What I'm trying to say is I have not been 'pushing' my services. I have the option to...

hello all I was wondering what you guys use in terms of facebook to promote your businesses. Do you use a profile where people have to request to become your friend or have you created a page whereby clients / friends can just 'like' your page. I'm unsure which way is best also what...

Hi all, Just been reading through threads on renting out treatment rooms, nail bars, chairs etc and felt compelled to post an opinion and see who agrees. I am considering renting out a treatment room - (fairly small) to an holistic therapist for £90 a week. This includes all utillities and...

Hi guys Just a quick update for anyone interested in make-up companies!! I have been using Barbara Bort make-up in my salon after discovering them at one of the big exhibitions and I can't rave enough about how fab their collection is! I just started my stint of wedding make-overs...

Hey peeps! My salon has been open since Dec 07 and has just started to get busier however I have been majorly surprised that the nail enhancements side of the business has not taken off as I has expected. I seem to be very busy with facials, spray tanning, waxing and mani & pedi but I only...

Just been reading a post about childrens parties in the salon offering nail treatments, make-up etc and it got me thinking..... Although I have not done a childrens birthday party yet I have had two girls, aged 12 visit my salon for a file and polish on there own however one of the mums did...

Just wondering if you offer refreshments in the salon? I am planning on getting a hot and cold water cooler thingy so that people can help themselves to water or herbal teas. Thought about tea and coffee but not exactly the best drink to have before a treatment and would have to get fresh...

Hello everyone I am about 2 weeks away from signing my lease for my new salon. The space which I am planning leasing is currentley registered as B1 business use with the council. Apparently Beauty salons fall under the catagory of Sewery Generous - I think thats how you spell it anyway and so...

Hello everyone. Just recieved all my dermalogica kit today..wow am I gona have some fun...facials all round! When I worked in a salon before, if someone had large milia we used to insert a small disposable needle into them to break the surface and then pop out the deposit like a little...

Hi all.... Me and hubby just been having a chat about acetone. When I worked in a salon we just used to chuck it down the sink however I now realise this did not do the plastic pipes any favours.. suprised if my old boss has any pipes left in her salon if she is still doing this!! Now I am...

Hi all, I have just had a visit today from the health and safety officer to discuss my new salon (which is not yet open) and my requirements to meet legislation. She asked me if I would be offering waxing treatments and which system I would be using. I replied that I would and intended on...

sooooooo excited as off to derby to re-train with dermalogica as been out of the industry for a few years!! I am going to Derby on the 5th and 6th of November...any other geeks gona be there? Does any one know where it is in Derby? does any one know if you have to wear a uniform? cheers x

Hi geeks Just wondering if you have a client who wants nail ext and a french manicured finish, but may want a colour on them in the future..do you a. use L&P or gel with pink and white or white tips as she can always cover the white with a dark colour b. apply a plain nail using your...

Ok.. I hope this makes sense. I have always worked with the fibreglass/silk backscratchers system but have decided to offer the extreme tip and dip for clients who want a quick system with white tips. I have been practising on friends and have completed two sets of the white tips. (very...

Hello fellow peeps! After reading many threads on the credit card machines..should I, shouldn't I, are they expensive...bank charges for business accounts etc I decided to do some investigating of my own. I currently bank (personal) with the Lloyds TSB so naturally just thought of opening my...