SALON SPOTLIGHT

Opened: May 2017

Techs: Four, and one apprentice Interior design vibe: “Downstairs is fresh and vibrant with a girly, vintage style. Our ‘50s-style tin posters are always a fun talking point with new clients. Recent extensions to our upstairs area have allowed us to offer more relaxing treatments so this section has more of a calming, softer colour scheme.”

USP: “We strive to create a ‘home away from home’ experience, where clients can feel really comfortable being themselves and not feel any pressure to behave in a certain way. We are a team full of personality and we are there for all our customers’ needs. That’s why we were so proud to pick up the best customer experience award in the Welsh Hair and Beauty awards on the anniversary of our irst year of opening.”

Bookings: “Our clients can book via phone, Facebook or Instagram. We are also working closely with a team to develop an innovative beauty app, coming out in the next year.”

Typical client: “We are based in the heart of a university city and close to the local hospitals so many of our clients are students and staffof the university, as well as doctors and nurses.”

Most popular treatment: “Acrylic extensions, closely followed by gel polish.”

Most popular colour: “We have more than 250 colours and effects so that’s a tough one, but I would probably say Rose Gold Sparkle gel polish by Halo. It’s beautiful on its own and also complements most colours as an accent nail.”

Future plans: “We have lots in store for the upcoming year. We have many new training and skill-building courses to look forward to, as well as developing our new skincare specialist menu, which we have been working on since completing our upstairs space. We are always keeping a close eye on the latest trends in nails and beauty, so look forward to seeing what we can bring to our clients next.”

Nicola Hagerty is owner of Studio, Home of Nails and Beauty, Bangor, North Wales