We all want healthy, glowing skin and hair with strong nails that don’t break, but are we doing everything we can to achieve peak condition?



Our experts have put together this handy guide on how to get healthy hair, glowing skin, and strong nails. It’s super easy to follow and focusses on getting the basics right so you can achieve the healthy, glowy look you’re always asking us about.

We see a lot of nails in the salon and know when someone isn’t looking after them as much as they should. Whilst a good shape and strong polish will hide your nails, it’s still important to strengthen the base so you can have strong nails under your beautiful manicure. Here are our top tips for nail growth:

• A powerhouse of a supplement to contribute towards strong and health nail growth, Biotin is an effective B vitamin that’s vital when it comes to encouraging strong and healthy nails. This B Vitamin can be found in eggs, legumes, or sardines so you don’t have to take it in tablet form if you prefer.

• Diet can also play a big role in maintaining healthy nails. Ensure your diet is healthy and varied and has lots of crucial vitamins and minerals.

• Never peel off extensions or a gel-based/shellac manicure, have these properly soaked and removed or risk damaging your nails.

• Avoid biting and tearing at your nails too as this can set you back from being able to have strong growth and healthy nails.

• When it comes to manicures, only use products that will help strengthen your nails, such as Builder in a Bottle (BIAB); a strong product that acts as a strengthening barrier between your nail and your polish.

• Cuticle oil can help to moisturise and nourish the cuticles, which can improve the overall appearance of the nails and help to prevent dryness, cracking, and tearing. It can also help to promote healthy nail growth by stimulating blood flow to the nail matrix.

Having a professional care for your nails will also encourage health; our nail technicians remove dead skin, and properly hydrate your nails and cuticles as part of your manicure. Enquire today about a manicure in Stowmarket.

We only carry a small selection of our favourite products in our Stowmarket salon so we have included a couple of useful links to items we recommend trying out.

It’s a common misconception that genetics is the reason for healthy looking hair. Whilst genetics can play a big role in the quality (and quantity) of your hair, achieving healthy hair isn’t solely down to what you were born with.

As well a good diet and being well hydrated, healthy hair starts at the scalp. Removing build up from the scalp ensures that sweat, skin and products don’t block the hair follicle, preventing it from being able to grow and reduces dryness, itching and dandruff on the scalp.

You could also try a clarifying shampoo to help maintain a balanced scalp. You should see a difference in the quality of your hair after just one wash. 

For any hair product, opt for quality over value products; these cheaper alternatives usually contain harmful chemicals such as parabens, that can be drying and damaging to your hair long term.

Using the products correctly is another vital part of your healthy hair journey. Only use shampoo on your scalp and conditioner on your mid-lengths and ends. Using shampoo on the length of your hair can contribute to dryness; whilst using conditioner on your scalp can make your hair feel heavy and greasy.

Protect your hair from heat damage by reducing the amount of styling tools you use and keeping your scalp and hair out of the sun. Read more about our tips for reducing sun damage to your hair in our expert guide how to protect your hair in summer heat.

When thinking of heat, also reduce the temperature of your shower to avoid hot water irritating your scalp. Rinsing with cold water also helps to boost shine and maintain healthy hair.

Finally, change your pillowcase to a silk one to protect your hair cuticles and reducing the friction between your hair and your pillowcase that occurs during the night, decreasing breakage.

Silk pillowcases are also great for skin too!

Silk pillow cases aren't something we currently stock but below are a few ones we recommend and use ourselves.

Silk pillowcases are a great upgrade when you’re looking to improve your skin. This is because silk absorbs less moisture than cotton, so your skincare routine will stay on your face, rather than be transferred to your pillow. This gentle material can also help fight the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles thanks to its smooth surface and reduced friction. 

Having the right skincare routine for your skin type is the number one thing when it comes to your skin. Using too many products can compromise your skin barrier, lead to dehydrated and irritated skin and can even cause breakouts.

• Start by using a gentle cleanser; using an oil-based or balm cleanser, or even micellar water can help to remove makeup, SPF, and the daily build-up of dirt and grime.

• Following this step, it’s time to cleanse your skin using a cleanser of your choice. Double cleansing is an important step in skincare and can completely change the way your skin behaves just from being cleaned thoroughly. We recommend the second cleanse to only be part of your evening routine.

• For glowing skin, next use hydrating products such as serums or hyaluronic acid to inject (not literally) moisture and help plump the look of the skin. Be sure to dampen your face before this step to really increase the hydration.

• Your next step is to moisturise, this will lock in the hydration from the previous step – particularly if you use hyaluronic acid.

• Finish with a SPF, and you’re done for your morning routine.

This is a basic skincare routine, stripped back to help you focus on improving the quality of your skin and boosting hydrating. Of course, if you want to include retinols, exfoliating acids, vitamin C – whatever your glow tonic of choice is – then add them in where appropriate.



The biggest key to unlocking making your skin glow is consistency, so keep showing up for yourself and lock in a routine that will give you the skin you deserve.

If you feel like you’re already doing everything you can, but your hair and nails are brittle, and skin is feeling dull then book in to see a specialist or speak to your GP.

If you need a helping hand with treatments to support you on your journey to glowing skin and healthy hair and nails, then book an appointment with our team who can offer bespoke consultations and follow-up sessions after your treatment to maximise results.

If you’d prefer to try our tips at home, then do so by using professional products to achieve the very best. We stock salon-quality products for you to purchase and use at home and can work with you to put together a treatment plan for you to achieve your goals.

Contact us to enquire about building a better routine, at home or in the salon.