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    Tanning transfers

    Hi, I saw a video on YouTube of a girl getting a spray tan and she had a little transfer on her stomach, which was removed after tanning to leave a little white patch! It looked quite nice and wonder if anyone uses them, or where to get them from. Thank you x
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    Do you need any training for spray tan?

    As the title suggests, i have a friend who wants to start spray tanning...she isnt a therapist, but has brought the mobile kit, I really want her to do well and she had adked my advice. She is more than happy to practice and train herself really but im concerned that she wont beable to get...
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    I think it's time for a change

    Happy New Year to you all... I have been in the beauty industry since I left school 20 years ago working at a health spa, beauty salons, then whilst the children were little I worked mobile for a number of years. Over the years I have done lots of training and Holistic therapies, teacher...
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    Advice needed on Reiki courses

    Hi, I am reading up on Reiki and looking at a few courses but wonder if you could give me some advice? I have trained with Gateway in the past and rate their courses but wonder can I really learn stages 1 and 2 in one day,is this possible? If you practice Reiki I would be grateful to hear from...
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    Tips on going mobile

    Hi, I have been in the beauty industry for almost 20 years and did have a spell of mobile work whilst my children were little. Just recently I have been renting a room but it's not working out and my best option at the moment is to go back to being mobile. I am just wondering if you have any...
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    Treatments during pregnancy

    When I trained some 20 years ago we were taught not to treat pregnant ladies during the first trimester, but just recently I did some further training and the tutor seemed to believe treating pregnant ladies is a grey area unless specifically trained to do so....I rang my insurance when a...
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    What could I do in 10 minute slots for Children in Need?

    Hi Geeks, I've been asked to offer 10 minute treatment slots to raise some money for children in need and need your suggestions please.....:wink2:
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    Heart not 100% in it, so confused and frustrated

    Hi geeks, Sorry in advance this may be long, so grab a cuppa ;) just need some friendly advice....Ive been in the beauty industry for 20 years and love my job, for the past 5 years I have worked mobile as I had my little children at home and now the youngest has gone to school I had to find...
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    Room decor ideas

    Hi, I've been renting a little room for three months now and would like to make it more welcoming, relaxing environment....(it's a room in a dentist) it is basically quite plain, cream walls with my couch, trolley and nail station...I have just been searching for some canvas's to soften the...
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    Which wax system is the best?

    I've used the pot/spatula and warm wax previously but need to buy anew. I'm back in the business after a little break and wonder what you geeks think is the best product on the market at the moment? Thanks all xx
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    To offer wax?

    Hi all, I started working for myself in June and initially decided not to offer waxing as in previous employment I have waxed all day and I wanted to be doing more of the other treatments that I offer (I havnt waxed for approx 6 years but been in the business 18 years) ....well things are a...
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    Last minute cancellations

    I've just started a new business beginning of June and I'm amazed how many people think it is ok to cancel the day or night before! I have picked up a few customers through my facebook page and today two of my clients for tomorrow have messaged me on fb to say they are sorry something as come...
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    How to get smooth Rockstar

    My glitter goodies arrived today and I've just done my fingers and toes, they look fabulous I am hooked already!!! I applied two top coats but they still feel a little rough, any tips or advice would be appreciated, thanks xx
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    Foil with Shellac

    I watched a video on the cnd website where they used foil on top of the shellac, Ive had a look around and cannot find where to purchase it from. Can any of you lovely geeks help? x
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    Lash extensions, not sure whether to stick to it?

    Hi, I did my training in May and found it incredibly difficult. I only got about 6 lashes on during the course and thought I had wasted a lot of money on the training and the kit. I haven't had the desire to practice since and thought about reselling the kit that is untouched. My new business...
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    Shellac problems-removal

    Hi all, I trained in shellac in May and just started working for myself and generally have to say I love shellac....my problem with the removal, it just takes ages to get all the residue off the nail. I have researched removal on here and tried the suggestions but im literally pulling my hair...
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    Layering Shellac

    Hi, could anyone give me some advice as I hear you can layer the colours. I have done the training but we didn't cover this in class. Thanks :biggrin:
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    Eyelash extensions help!

    I went on a training course a couple of weeks ago now and found it soooo hard! I felt very frustrated during the training and felt like walking out lol. It is so fiddly, my eyes were streaming, I was struggling to focus and could I get the lashes on! 3 hours later I had about 6 lashes on!! I...
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    Shellac problems

    I did the shellac training last month and I'm so disappointed. So far I have practised on friends and family as I don't feel I can actually charge for the treatment yet! My aunt had Rose bud on fingers and toes and went off on holiday for a week and when she returned it had turned white, then...
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    Minx or Shellac fingers and toes? Help!

    Hi, I'm starting a new business and want to offer either minx or shellac. I will be doing manicures and pedicures probably on an older clientele...also could you give me some ideas on what you charge...many thanks :)))
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