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How to Become a Qualified Nail Technician From Home: A Step-by-Step Guide
Stop dreaming and start doing! Turning your passion for nails into a professional career from home is easier than you think. This step-by-step guide covers everything a beginner needs to know: from mastering nail prep and choosing the right accredited couses to understanding insurance and setting up your space. Whether you want to master BIAB or gain a full Gel Nail Diploma, learn how to get CPD-certified and launch your own successful home-based business today.

Laura Gavin
Mar 203 min read


How to Start a Career in Aesthetics (Beginner’s Guide 2026)
Introduction The aesthetics industry has grown rapidly in recent years, offering flexible career opportunities, high earning potential, and the ability to work independently. Whether you’re starting fresh or already working in the beauty industry, aesthetics can open the door to a more advanced, results-driven career. In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly how to get started, what you need to know, and how to begin your journey with confidence. What is Aesthetics? Aest

Laura Gavin
Mar 183 min read


The Truth About Dermaplaning: Why Dry Is Best
Dry dermaplaning removes dead skin and peach fuzz safely. Learn why dry technique gives better, longer-lasting results.

Laura Gavin
Feb 152 min read


Stop Cutting Lateral Nail Folds! Your Clients’ Nails Are Not Just Dead Skin
Cutting lateral nail folds? Stop! Protect your clients’ living tissue and learn safe, professional nail prep techniques.

Laura Gavin
Feb 91 min read


BIAB vs Gel-X vs Acrylic Nails: Which Is Best for Your Natural Nails?
BIAB vs acrylic vs Gel-X explained. Learn the differences between nail systems and which one is best for clients or beginners.

Laura Gavin
Feb 83 min read


How a Night at the Pub Helped Me Reconnect With Myself (and My Community)
You ever have one of those weeks where your face tells a story your words won’t? That was me this weekend. I’d been under the weather,...

Laura Gavin
Oct 12, 20252 min read


Why I Choose Derma Bio + Microneedling Over Injectables — And Why My Clients Do Too
We’ve all seen it — frozen faces, overfilled cheeks, and quick fixes that look more like filters than real results. But what if there was...

Laura Gavin
Oct 12, 20252 min read


Big Changes Ahead: Elite Aesthetics Website is Evolving!
Over the past few years, my website has been the home of Nailed It Etc (My first Business), Elite Aesthetics, treatments, updates, In...

Laura Gavin
Sep 13, 20252 min read


A New Chapter Begins: My Move to Advance Clinic
I’m so excited to share some big news with you all! As of May 13th, I will officially be working from Advance Clinic, Williams Mall. This...

Laura Gavin
Apr 27, 20251 min read


From Ireland to Tenerife: The Evolution of Elite Aesthetics
Hello, my lovelies! I’m so excited to finally share my journey with you—a story of change, growth, and a whole lot of passion for what I...

Laura Gavin
Nov 24, 20243 min read


Understanding Under-Eye Treatments: Choosing the Right Option for Your Concerns
In recent times, under-eye treatments like tear trough filler, Derma 2.0 Eyes Treatment, and Lumi Eyes have gained popularity for...

Laura Gavin
Feb 19, 20242 min read


Unveiling the Journey: A Year of Transformation!
🌟 Radiant Transformations Await! ✨ Join me at Nailed It Etc for a journey from freckles to glow. Your radiant tale begins here! 💖💅

Laura Gavin
Jan 14, 20241 min read


Discover the Profhilo Magic ✨: The Secret to Glowing, Ageless Skin! ✨ (Profhilo Benefits)
Hey there, Lovelies! 💕 Are you ready to embark on a journey to radiant, youthful skin? Well, you're in for a treat because today, we're...

Laura Gavin
Oct 7, 20232 min read
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