Zoriana Nail Art

16/10/2026

Quick explanation for my students... because this confuses a lot of people.

Your certificate = proof you did the training.
The logo on it (IPHM, CPD or ABT) = the course is recognised.

Your insurer = the company that decides if they'll cover you.

These are three different things.
A recognised course doesn't automatically mean you can get insured.

The insurer makes that decision, not the certificate.

So before you pay for a course:
Choose the insurance company you'd like to use.
Send them the course name, the training provider and the accreditation.
Ask them: "If I complete this course, will you insure me for this treatment?"

Get the answer first.
Then book.
Save this before your next course. ❤️

15/10/2026

New updates that I have read in Beauty & Hairdressing, Oct/Nov 2026

okay so... if you saw "ABT, TPO, CTPA, NHBF " and thought "wait, what?" 🙋‍♀️
here's the simple version.

ABT = Associated Beauty Therapists.
it's an insurance provider for beauty professionals... like nail techs and beauty therapists.
so when we say "ABT will still insure you"... it means your policy still protects you at work.

TPO = an ingredient in some gel products.
it's a photo initiator...

CTPA = Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association.
the industry body that clarified the rules.

NHBF = National Hair & Beauty Federation.
they worked with CTPA and Trading Standards on this.

so what does it mean for you?
if you bought your TPO gels before 14 Feb 2027... you can keep using them.
and ABT will still insure you. (England, Scotland and Wales.)

save this. send it to a nail tech friend. 💅

Always confirm details directly with ABT. This is a summary, not insurance advice.

04/10/2026

London ExCeL is totally worth it—think of it as an investment, not a cost. You get to test new tech, catch trends early, make great connections, and walk away with easy content for your feeds.

12/09/2026

Late on the edit, but still in love with the process. Summer nails & honest conversations. 🌿✨

# Kingstonuponthames

09/09/2026

Accredited vs Regulated... simplified! 💇‍♀️💅✨

So many students get overwhelmed by course terminology, but it’s actually really simple once you break down what you get for your money.

✨ ACCREDITED COURSES

• Quick, intensive training (usually 1–2 days).

• Great for learning a single skill (like lash lifts or brow lamination, nails, beauty).

• Gives you a certificate to gain insurance and start taking clients for yourself straight away.

🎓 REGULATED QUALIFICATIONS

• Full-length courses sitting on official educational levels (Level 2, 3, 4, VTCT, ITEC or very well known as NVQ etc.).

• Involves coursework, case studies, and practical exams.

• Recognised nationwide by big salons, spas, and necessary for progressing into advanced aesthetics or laser later on.

Which route suits your career goals right now? 💬 Drop a comment below!

26/08/2026

Beauty Qualifications in the UK 🇬🇧

UK ENIC — formerly UK NARIC — compares international qualifications with the UK education system.

A Statement of Comparability shows how your qualification compares to UK levels.

✨ No Statement of Comparability? Don’t worry! We can help you start your beauty career in the UK from scratch.

www.lead-academy.org

17/08/2026

Your body carries this whole career. 🤍
sitting, standing, bent over a client all day — it adds up. neck, shoulders, wrists, back... they lock up if we let them.
so I stretch. every few clients. always.
the job matters...
but your health matters more.
take care of the body that takes care of others 🤍

stretchbreak

16/08/2026

this one was fun.
grabbed my mic and went straight to gatwick airport ✈️
asked strangers what they actually think about nails.
the answers? not what I expected.

which answer surprised you the most?

beautycontentcreator naileducator shortsvideo ukbeauty nailsalon

16/08/2026

19/07/2026

It was seriously hot in Guildford last week... but we still made it happen! 🎤

A very hot and sunny day, lots of walking, lots of filming, and lots of honest conversations.

I just want to say thank you to all the ladies who stopped, took part, and were honest with me.

Thank you for your time, your confidence, and for sharing your thoughts. ❤️