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  1. StephanieM

    Training courses for 14 year olds?

    hi - I own a nail school but unfortunately most insurers will not provide cover for under 16 year olds - I have had the same problem with a clients daughter whose 14 and is really good at application not sure on her actually knowledge of the anatomy etc but as the insurers won't provide cover so...
  2. StephanieM

    Prices help please

    yep, it all adds up doesn't it lol I think best to be clear with clients though right the way through xx
  3. StephanieM

    Prices help please

    hi I used to include it all together but to be honest ive just separated it all out because its easier for the client to understand what they are asking for. ie full set acrylics full set acrylics with gel polish full set coloured acrylic design set etc hope this helps xx
  4. StephanieM

    Mixing acrylic systems

    hi, strictly speaking you shouldn't mix products layering with different products, even with top coats not just the acrylic systems itself, ie glitterbels acylic and they the gel bottle top coat etc as most insurance companies wouldn't cover you. but in a will it work scenario yes it will ;) xx
  5. StephanieM

    Glitterbells or CJP?

    hiya ive used both, I love them both equally to be honest but ive chosen glitterbels as my brand due to a few reasons. I feel its better value for money. the size of the pots are much bigger for only a few pence more. they are aesthetically pleasing I prefer the design of the glitterbels...
  6. StephanieM

    Claiming benefits because of Coronavirus

    My partner and I are both self employed, so we are entitled to 80% in june or when hmrc get round to paying out luckily. but in the meantime we need our bills to be paid, weve applied for universal credit, means tested worked out were entitled to £480 for the two of us on a joint claim...
  7. StephanieM

    Controversial, potential price increase to cover increase in running costs?

    hey guys and girls, So i have a bit of an awkward one, I hate talking money, but im thinking about all this extra ppe etc for when were finally allowed to go back to work. I do Hair and Nails. The things im looking to implement are 1 client in at a time, (no back to back appts) Straight to...
  8. StephanieM

    Personal Protection Equipment advice

    I would say you are responsible for your own clients, do you pay a flat rate rent or split percentage? as that could make it tricky if you split it? If it was me I would be providing ppe for my clients and for myself. but the salon as a whole needs to abide equally to the situation, no point...
  9. StephanieM

    New beginnings!

    heyy, disposable cups with lids are a great idea not thought of that one but i think it might be a bit costly in the long run unless you bulk buy? I used to have a salon now i work from home I had mags in the shop but i dont at home, to be honest I just give people the wifi code if they want it...
  10. StephanieM

    Becoming a beauty trainer?

    hi im looking to expand into teaching this year (eeekkk exciting) im looking at teaching under the beauty guild umbrella. they deal with all course manuals and accreditation is linked to them. the thought of writing my own manuals is so scary to me, give them a little google hun and have a read...
  11. StephanieM

    Has anyone set up from home?

    fabulous, good luck with it all hunni xxxx
  12. StephanieM

    Has anyone set up from home?

    hi lovely firstly congrats on your rainbow baby ok so i closed my salon down and now work from home doing nails and rent space in a local salon 2 days doing hair, so in my opinion on the home front are you renting or buying? if you have a mortgage make sure you get the mortgage providers...
  13. StephanieM

    Looking to rent a room - St Helens

    hey lovely im based in sthelens too. check out mandy millers salon in barrow street (classy cuts) i know shes renting space out not sure what shes got left, or bella rose in fingerpost was advertising for space to rent :)
  14. StephanieM

    About to start IVF, how do I tell clients about time off?

    thank you fingers crossed for you too, feel free to pm me anytime xxx
  15. StephanieM

    About to start IVF, how do I tell clients about time off?

    First of all, Good luck with your ivf, Were about to embark on our 5th ICSI. first round i told every man and his dog (too excited) and clients were great i didnt take much time off at all just collection and transfer then got hospitalised with OHSS for 2 weeks and clients were still great and...
  16. StephanieM

    Has anyone done a fair with positive results?

    I did my first one last Saturday - there are pros and cons it depends know what you want to get out of the fair, doing treatments? Data capture? Brand awareness? I'm my view the one I did wasn't worth me taking the Saturday out of the salon to attend the fair(had it of been a Sunday or another...
  17. StephanieM

    Portfolio building-where to start?

    photobook on vistaprint is where I got ours from it was only around £20 and I was pleasantly surprised with the quality xxx Sent from my C6603 using SalonGeek mobile app
  18. StephanieM

    Beautyworks hair extensions?

    Hi, I use beautyworks for my budget and mid range and mix lady lox for my Russian hair. I must say around 95% of my clients use beautyworks celebrity choice wefts. Fab quality and I find d they last around 8~12 months with proper aftercare Hope this helps xx Sent from my C6603 using SalonGeek...
  19. StephanieM

    Beauty room couch or chair? Design tips

    hi my treatment room is only small also - and it does pose a problem sometimes but you just learn to adapt - i have a wax trolley i can move around and also has lots and lots of storage in the drawers. i also have a small narrow shelving unit for more storage (towels etc) retail products are all...
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