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How to Use Instagram to Get More Beauty Clients in 2026
The Simple Instagram Strategy Every Beauty Business Needs If you’ve ever found yourself saying: “I’m posting all the time, but nobody is booking.” You’re not alone. One of the biggest misconceptions in the beauty industry is that you need thousands of followers to attract clients. The truth? You don’t need more followers. You need a better strategy. As an award-winning beauty educator with over 22 years in the beauty industry, I’ve helped hundreds of beauty professionals buil
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Jun 64 min read


Builder Gel Nails: What They Are & Why They’re One of the Most In-Demand Nail Treatments Right Now
If you’ve been searching for a nail treatment that gives strength, durability, and a natural flawless finish, then builder gel nails are probably already on your radar. Over the last few years, builder gel has become one of the fastest-growing treatments in the beauty industry and for good reason. Clients want stronger natural nails, long-lasting manicures, and low-maintenance results without the damage often associated with traditional enhancements. Whether you’re a client t
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May 184 min read


Standard Lash Lift vs Korean Lash Lift: What’s the Difference? (Complete Guide 2026)
If you’ve been researching lash lifts, you’ve probably seen the term Korean lash lift everywhere. But what is it… and is it actually better than a standard lash lift? As a professional lash educator with over 20 years in the beauty industry, I’m breaking down the real difference between a standard lash lift and a Korean lash lift — including the products, results, and which one is right for you. What Is a Standard Lash Lift? A standard lash lift (also known as LVL lashes) is
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Apr 203 min read


How to Start a Successful Lash & Brow Business in 2026 (Even With No Experience)
Want to start your own lash and brow business but don’t know where to begin? Discover the exact steps to build a profitable beauty business from scratch, even as a complete beginner. Thinking of Starting a Lash & Brow Business? Read This First… Let me be honest with you… Starting a beauty business isn’t just about doing a course and hoping clients magically appear. I’ve been in this industry for over 22 years, trained over 1,000 students… and I see the same mistake over and o
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Apr 153 min read


New Year, New Courses: Why January Is the Perfect Time to Invest in Your Beauty Career
There’s something powerful about a new year. Fresh pages. New goals. And that quiet voice telling you this year could be different. If you’ve been thinking about upskilling, changing direction, or finally investing in your beauty career, January is hands down the best time to start — and here’s why. Why January Is a Game-Changer for Your Career January isn’t just about resolutions. It’s about resetting. After the busy Christmas period, many beauty professionals take a step ba
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Jan 72 min read


Christmas in the Beauty World: How I Finally Get to Spend It With My Family and Still Love What I Do
It’s December. The lights are twinkling. There’s a soft scent of mulled wine and cinnamon in the air, after 22 years in the beauty industry working right up to Christmas Eve, brushes in hand, music on, appointments back-to-back this is the first year I get to spend it with my family. Not rushing. Not squeezing in one last set of lashes. Not crawling into Christmas Day already exhausted. This year is different. Because I’ve finally learned: you can love what you do, serve your
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Dec 9, 20252 min read


How to Launch Your Own Black Friday Sale as a Beauty Student or Educator”
The Countdown to Black Friday is On! Black Friday is one of the biggest opportunities of the year for anyone in the beauty industry and that includes beauty students, salon owners, and educators. If you’ve been thinking about how to boost your bookings, sell your beauty courses, or grow your beauty business, Black Friday is the perfect time to do it. With the right plan and strategy, you can turn the busiest shopping day of the year into your most profitable one yet. This gui
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Nov 12, 20253 min read


Top 5 Beauty Courses to Start Before Christmas and Earn Extra Income in 2025
If you’ve been dreaming of starting a beauty career or adding new, money-making skills to your current treatments now’s the perfect time to get started. With Christmas around the corner and a new year on the way, November is the ideal moment to train, qualify, and set up for success in 2025. Here are five accredited nail, lash, and brow courses you can start before Christmas to begin earning sooner than you think! Classic Eyelash Extensions Start your lash career with one of
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Nov 4, 20252 min read


The Clocks Have Gone Back Time to Fall in Love with Beauty Again!
As the clocks go back and we wave goodbye to the long summer evenings, it’s officially cosy season! The darker nights and cooler mornings might have us reaching for our fluffy blankets and pumpkin spice lattes but it’s also the perfect time to invest in yourself and your beauty career. A Little More Time for You With the clocks going back, we technically “gain” an extra hour and while most people use it to catch up on sleep, why not use it to focus on your beauty goals instea
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Oct 27, 20252 min read


The Importance of Setting Clear Boundaries in the Beauty Industry
One of the most common things I see new beauty professionals struggle with isn’t technique it’s boundaries. When you start out, you want to please every client, say “yes” to everything, and build your reputation fast. But before long, that “people-pleaser” energy turns into burnout, resentment, and overwhelm. In our industry, where we’re constantly giving time, energy, care, creativity it’s vital to set clear professional boundaries. Not only do they protect your wellbeing, b
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Oct 20, 20253 min read


Why I’ve Decided to Focus My Beauty Training Courses on Nails, Lashes, and Brows
As a beauty educator with over 20 years of industry experience, I’ve had the pleasure of teaching hundreds of students across a wide range of treatments. Over time, I’ve noticed something important: the most successful students are those learning from an expert in the area they want to specialise in. That’s why I’ve made the decision to niche down my training courses and focus solely on nails, lashes, and brows. These are the three key areas where I built a strong client base
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Oct 13, 20252 min read


Why the Beauty Industry Goes Quiet in October & November — and How to Drum Up Clients Before Christmas
As every beauty professional knows, the months of October and November can feel a little… quiet. The summer rush has passed, the festive...
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Oct 9, 20253 min read


Standard vs Korean Lash Lift | Key Differences & Benefits
If you’re a beauty professional or salon owner, you’ve probably seen the buzz around the Korean Lash Lift all over TikTok and Instagram....
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Sep 29, 20253 min read


Why I’ve started booking coffee dates… just for me
This week I did something that felt like such a treat — I booked myself a coffee date for one. It was just me, my notepad, and my laptop....
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Sep 22, 20251 min read


From Overworked Mum to Beauty Boss: How I Built a Thriving Beauty Business (and How You Can Too)
Running a beauty business isn’t easy especially when you’re trying to balance everything else in life. I know, because I’ve been there....
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Sep 8, 20253 min read


Thinking About Becoming a Beauty Educator? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’ve been working in the beauty industry for a while, you may have thought about sharing your skills and becoming a beauty educator....
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Sep 2, 20252 min read


The NEW Guinot Hydra Summum Facial
It is officially September! We are introducing the new Guinot facial as the monthly focus treatment. Experience 60 minutes of pure...
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Sep 9, 20241 min read


What is Lymphatic Drainage?
WHAT IS A LYMPHATIC SYSTEM? A lymphatic system is a filter within the body that houses waste, toxins and mutant cells. WHAT DOES...
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Aug 14, 20241 min read


THE ULTIMATE LASH & BROW BOOST DUO!
PRODUCT OF THE MONTH Have you seen our new product available in our salon? The Ultimate Conditioning Serum, The Duo Lash & Brow Boost....
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Jul 22, 20242 min read


The Aftercare Bible to facials
We know what you're thinking..aftercare for facials? Really? YES! Like any other treatment the proper aftercare needs to be followed to...
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Jul 15, 20241 min read
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