Kirsty Brown 11/12/25 Kirsty Brown 11/12/25

Winter Nail Care Tips: Protect Your Hands and Nails This Season

Cold weather can be harsh on your skin and nails, leading to dryness, brittleness, and lifting – especially if you wear gel polish. But with a few simple changes to your routine, you can keep your hands and nails healthy and hydrated all winter long.

Here are six expert-backed tips from Paintbrush Nails to help protect your nails through the colder months:

Kirsty Brown 11/7/25 Kirsty Brown 11/7/25

Pregnancy & Nail Health: What You Need to Know

If you’re pregnant or planning to be, you might be wondering how your nails will behave over the next few months — or whether nail treatments are still safe.

Whether you’re a nail client or a nail technician yourself, this post covers the most common questions around pregnancy and nails.

Kirsty Brown 11/4/25 Kirsty Brown 11/4/25

Nail Art Inspired by Winter Fabrics: Velvet, Tweed, Tartan and More

When the temperature drops, our wardrobes aren’t the only things that change - our nails do too. Winter is the perfect time to draw inspiration from cosy fabrics and rich textures, bringing depth and seasonal style to your manicures. From soft velvet finishes to iconic tartan designs, here’s how fabric-inspired nail art can elevate your winter look.

Kirsty Brown 6/26/25 Kirsty Brown 6/26/25

How to Choose the Best Nail Shape and Length for You

Over the years, working with a wide variety of clients, I’ve noticed that certain nail shapes and lengths consistently work better depending on a person’s natural nails, hand shape, and lifestyle. While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, these are the patterns and preferences I’ve observed - and they can really help you get the most from your manicure.

Kirsty Brown 6/8/25 Kirsty Brown 6/8/25

Award-Winning Nail Tech: How I’ve Found Success Despite Suffering With Fibromyalgia

Rebecca Hitchon from Scratch Magazine interviewed me about my experiences with Fibromyalgia.

Kirsty Brown 6/5/25 Kirsty Brown 6/5/25

Nail Emergency Before a Big Event? Here’s What to Do

We’ve all been there - you’ve got a wedding, holiday, or special event coming up, and one of your nails decides to break, chip, or lift at the worst possible moment.

This kind of damage is usually caused by something accidental - maybe you caught a nail at the gym, used your nails to open a package, or forgot to wear gloves while cleaning. It happens! But it’s good to know how to deal with it until you can get back into the salon.

Here are five quick tips to help you handle a nail emergency without panic:

Kirsty Brown 5/29/25 Kirsty Brown 5/29/25

What Is a Non-Standard Nail Salon (NSS) - And Why Does It Matter?

We’ve all seen them - walk-in nail bars on the high street offering treatments at lightning speed and low prices. It might seem convenient, especially if you’re short on time or can’t get booked in with your usual nail tech. But it’s important to understand what Non-Standard Salons (NSS) are, and why visiting one - even just for a “quick removal” - could do more harm than good.