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  1. applepie

    Where has Redken Clear Moisture shampoo gone?

    I can't get it anywhere - does anyone know if it's been discontinued? Any recs for an alternative please? It's for my own use (I'm beautytherapist geek) - my hair is fine and gets oily but this was working really well for me on alternate days with the Redken oil detox shampoo. Have spent a...
  2. applepie

    Just started renting in hairdressers, advice needed please

    Hi, I have recently started renting in a hairdressers. I'm a beauty therapist and had a few existing clients from my last salon but not enough to make this work without new clients. There is another room here that they are looking to rent to a nail tech. I don't do extensions but do offer gel...
  3. applepie

    Just started renting in hairdressers, advice needed please

    Hi, I have recently started renting in a hairdressers. I'm a beauty therapist and had a few existing clients from my last salon but not enough to make this work without new clients. There is another room here that they are looking to rent to a nail tech. I don't do extensions but do offer gel...
  4. applepie

    Essie?

    Does anyone know where I can buy Essie pro polish please? Used to use LoellaBelle or Beauty Express but neither are stockists now I'm desperate to replace/ renew my range.
  5. applepie

    Insurance for one month?

    My insurance is just about to end but I Work from home and we are in the middle of selling our house. Does anyone know an insurer who would cover me for a monthly premium as I will not be continuing my salon after my house sale so reluctant to pay for another year. Thanks x
  6. applepie

    Xen Tan development time

    I've been sent a sample of xen tan but it does not mention how long the development time is. I emailed and received a reply that minimum time is 4 hours or leave on overnight. What time would give a 10% tan?
  7. applepie

    Is your tan foil sealed?

    Does anyone use a tan solution that has a factory foil seal on it when you buy it? I have had 2 bottles of Sienna X go green before I even opened them recently. Really annoyed at the waste of money as they were stored correctly (dark, cool cupboard in unheated room then once open I keep in...
  8. applepie

    'Facials that ruin your skin!' - article in Daily Mail

    The facials that ruin your skin: They promise leave you looking peachy - but expensive anti-ageing facials can wreck your looks | Mail Online Have you read the article in the Daily Mail today saying microdermabrasion/ glycolic peels ruined Sophie Anderton's skin! Seems to be a typical over...
  9. applepie

    Susan Molyneux Monu - 35% retail product price rise!

    Has anyone else noticed this: Monu Perfecting Tint is now £24.95 rrp. It was £22 last month and in Oct 2011 was £18.50 (this was when it was called Tinted Moisturiser but basically same product). I had a client who wanted to order some today and she was horrified to hear the new price...
  10. applepie

    Need to close for a few weeks - need advice please?

    I have got an unusual problem.... Our little dog has had emergency spinal surgery and will be needing a lot of care when she comes home as she may be still temporarily (we hope! :sad:) paralized. It's a bit vague at the moment as we don't know when she will be back and it's tricky trying to...
  11. applepie

    where to buy removable head for salon system roller wax

    I have been using Hive roller wax in my hive heater for a few years now but am finding it has changed and does not always come off easily so am looking at now trying another brand. I am looking at using Salon Systems but need the 75g cartridges to fit my heater and I also want to buy new...
  12. applepie

    Premium phone rate scam warning

    I had an email (as below) that just made me want to check out the name before calling (don't know what is was that made me do that but must have a got my 'dodgy' radar instinct alerted for some reason!). Hi I have tried calling to book an appointment but got no answer can you please call...
  13. applepie

    can you perform microcurrent on yourself?!

    Title says it all really but I am looking into buying a microcurrent machine for non surgical facelifts to use in my home salon for clients. But... I would also like (need!) to have this treatment myself and since I work alone, am wondering if it is at all possible to perform on yourself...
  14. applepie

    what cream to reduce pigmentation from sun?

    I am looking for recommendations for a cream to use for myself please. Just got back from a lovely holiday in Lanzarote and despite wearing a wide brim hat, sunglasses and spf still managed to get a little bit of brown pigmentation on the tips of my cheekbones. This seems to happen to me on...
  15. applepie

    Favourite foot scrub?

    I have been using a pumice based scrub for my pedicures but am not over impressed as I find it leaves clients skin looking and feeling a little too dry and parched and 'chalky'. Am not sure which one to choose from CND and would appreciate any views. Ideally I want the scrub to aid removal...
  16. applepie

    Would you do this in your salon?

    I'm a beauty therapist but have a hair Q I'm interested to know your thoughts on please... I have been happily going to my hair stylist for 18 mths and had my hair cut today. After the cut he said he had booked another stylist to blow dry my hair and then disappeared to cut someone elses hair...
  17. applepie

    CND - what are the clients' favourite new colours?

    I am trying to choose about 10 colours and 3 effects but just can't choose!! I am a true Libra and can narrow my choices down but have been weighing them up for weeks now!! I already have desert suede (love it, esp with gold pearl) and dark ruby, eclectic purple and plumville. All lovely...
  18. applepie

    Precision probe advice please

    At the risk of sounding extremely thick (sorry in advance!) - I got my new cnd probe today and just want to check I'm using it right. Which side is used on the nail plate, flat or round? :hug: Thank you!
  19. applepie

    Sienna x - has it changed?

    I am curious if anyone else feels the solution has changed lately. I've been using it 2 years and on my last order my 8 % & 10 % were in white bottles instead of clear There was a thread on here talking about it being a new formula. When I spoke to Sienna 1st time they told me it was a...
  20. applepie

    How often do you replace nail polish?

    I use Orly and have had most of my collection for almost 2 years now. I have always found their polish on the thick side tbh but not a problem. Lately though some are still fine but some have been getting thicker over time and some now need all my skill and patience to produce a good paint...
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