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A new report highlights the significant role of nail services in the UK beauty industry, while a separate hair styling...

Nails Rank as Second Most Popular Beauty Service in UK

A new report highlights the significant role of nail services in the UK beauty industry, while a separate hair styling guide details a specific cut...

2026-10-13
Pinterest launched Beauty Guides, an AI-powered feature that turns hair and nail Pins into personalized, actionable...

Pinterest launches Beauty Guides for nail inspiration

Pinterest launched Beauty Guides, an AI-powered feature that turns hair and nail Pins into personalized, actionable guides for salon and at-home...

2026-10-08
Sudheer Koneru, CEO of Zenoti, launched 'Growth Diaries' at the Innergize conference, a guide for scaling beauty and...

Zenoti CEO Unveils 'Growth Diaries' Scaling Book

Sudheer Koneru, CEO of Zenoti, launched 'Growth Diaries' at the Innergize conference, a guide for scaling beauty and wellness brands from one to over...

2026-10-01
Beauty: The sheer, translucent jelly nail trend, originating in Korea, is seeing massive online interest

Jelly Nail Trend Drives 24,650% Search Surge

The sheer, translucent jelly nail trend, originating in Korea, is seeing massive online interest. A product gallery highlights 13 polishes and gels...

2026-09-24
Beauty: Nail artists forecast autumn 2026 trends that blend opposing aesthetics, from dark auras to jelly French manicures

Fall 2026 Nail Trends Embrace Contradictory Styles

Nail artists forecast autumn 2026 trends that blend opposing aesthetics, from dark auras to jelly French manicures.

2026-09-24
London Fashion Week's spring/summer 2027 shows featured ten distinct nail styles, from droplet designs to velvet hues...

London Fashion Week SS27 Shows Nail Art Trends

London Fashion Week's spring/summer 2027 shows featured ten distinct nail styles, from droplet designs to velvet hues, created by leading manicurists.

2026-09-23
The Premiere San Antonio beauty show, presented by SalonCentric, reported a 30% attendance increase with over 12,000 visits

Premiere San Antonio Nail Show Hits Record Attendance

The Premiere San Antonio beauty show, presented by SalonCentric, reported a 30% attendance increase with over 12,000 visits.

2026-09-19
Beauty: New York Fashion Week's Spring/Summer 2027 shows featured five key nail trends, from vertical stripes to cherry red

NYFW SS27 Nail Trends Forecast Industry Obsessions

New York Fashion Week's Spring/Summer 2027 shows featured five key nail trends, from vertical stripes to cherry red.

2026-09-18
Beauty: Nail technicians risk permanent contact dermatitis from skin exposure to uncured acrylates in gel and e-file dust

Nail Techs Face Lifelong Allergies from Uncured Acrylates

Nail technicians risk permanent contact dermatitis from skin exposure to uncured acrylates in gel and e-file dust.

2026-09-17
Beauty: Lead manicurist Gina Edwards created custom, moody nail art for Christian Cowan's Spring/Summer 2027 show

Christian Cowan NYFW Nails Blend Vintage and Modern

Lead manicurist Gina Edwards created custom, moody nail art for Christian Cowan's Spring/Summer 2027 show.

2026-09-17
Nail artist Hannah Gilliatt runs a private studio in Waddington, Lincolnshire, dedicated exclusively to bold, colorful...

Hannah Gilliatt's Lincolnshire Studio Champions Funky Nail Art

Nail artist Hannah Gilliatt runs a private studio in Waddington, Lincolnshire, dedicated exclusively to bold, colorful nail art.

2026-09-12
Nail tool brand MelodySusie celebrates its 17th anniversary by launching three new products and outlining its...

MelodySusie Marks 17 Years with New Tools and Community

Nail tool brand MelodySusie celebrates its 17th anniversary by launching three new products and outlining its community-focused values for the coming...

2026-09-09
Beauty: A new guide from Salon Today identifies owner dependency as the primary threat to a salon's long-term value

Owner dependency is the top threat to a salon's long-term value

A new guide from Salon Today identifies owner dependency as the primary threat to a salon's long-term value.

2026-08-29
JVN Hair launches a UV protection duo to combat sun damage, featuring a leave-in conditioner and a volumizing wave spray

JVN Hair Introduces UV Protection Duo for Summer Hair Care

JVN Hair launches a UV protection duo to combat sun damage, featuring a leave-in conditioner and a volumizing wave spray. The products offer...

2026-08-19
The Nail Tech Event of the Smokies, a nails-only trade show, welcomed 700 beauty professionals for education, shopping...

Nail Tech Event of the Smokies Celebrates 19 Years in Gatlinburg

The Nail Tech Event of the Smokies, a nails-only trade show, welcomed 700 beauty professionals for education, shopping, networking, and a surprise...

2026-08-18
A guide from Phorest outlines essential KPIs for salon, spa, and med spa performance, providing a framework for owners...

Mastering Key Performance Indicators for Salon Success

A guide from Phorest outlines essential KPIs for salon, spa, and med spa performance, providing a framework for owners and managers to make informed...

2026-08-17
Beauty professionals can optimize their service menus by analyzing popularity, profitability, and trends

Evaluating and Expanding Service Menus: A Guide for Beauty Professionals

Beauty professionals can optimize their service menus by analyzing popularity, profitability, and trends. Kelly McCarthy-Westbrook of MY SALON Suite...

2026-08-17
The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) has awarded the 2026 Power of Associations Gold Award to Associated...

Industry Associations Honored for Esthetics Licensure Compact

The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) has awarded the 2026 Power of Associations Gold Award to Associated Skin Care Professionals...

2026-08-17
OPI is celebrating 45 years of color by reopening the Vault and bringing back some of its most-loved nail shades as...

OPI Brings Back Fan Favorites with New Collection

OPI is celebrating 45 years of color by reopening the Vault and bringing back some of its most-loved nail shades as permanent additions to the...

2026-08-16
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has announced the opening of entries for PBA NAHA 2027, a prestigious creative...

PBA NAHA 2027 Entries Now Open, Welcoming Back Nail Professional of the Year

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has announced the opening of entries for PBA NAHA 2027, a prestigious creative competition that celebrates...

2026-08-16
MiniLuxe’s service director Donna Charloff outlines the dominant chrome and cat-eye finishes, the rise of...

MiniLuxe Highlights Chrome, Cat-Eye and Bare-Nail Trends for 2026

MiniLuxe’s service director Donna Charloff outlines the dominant chrome and cat-eye finishes, the rise of mermaid-inspired designs, and the growing...

2026-08-16
OPI celebrates its 45th anniversary by reintroducing 24 beloved nail lacquer and Infinite Shine shades as permanent...

OPI Revives Iconic Nail Shades for 45th Anniversary

OPI celebrates its 45th anniversary by reintroducing 24 beloved nail lacquer and Infinite Shine shades as permanent additions to its collection...

2026-08-16