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Glasgow-based CND™ ambassador, MONIKA BANNATYNE, shares her sleek nail designs, preferred techniques & career highlights
Name –
Monika Bannatyne
Age – 41
Business name – Mon Mayer Nails
Location – Glasgow, Scotland Years in nails – Nine Trained with – CND™ and SZEC Hungary.
Favourite products – I enjoy using CND™ PlexiGel in Soft Blush to enhance the natural nail, and my favourite hue is CND Shellac™ in Backyard Nuptials; a sheer pink that offers a gorgeous milky finish.
Favourite nail technique – At the start of my career, I was known for creating long enhancements with intricate nail art, however my signature look is now a natural nail overlay with minimal nail art. I like using transfer foils and flakes, as application is simple and the products can elevate a look.
Favourite nail design – I love to create minimal nail art. A perfectly applied colour with a touch of foil, some polka dots, a heart or flower, creates a stunning nail finish. My preference may change in the future, but my favourite style is currently a clean, barely-there manicure.
Career ambition & vision – I have wanted to work with a brand I trust and love since the start of my career, and was delighted to be recognised by distributor, Sweet Squared, and asked to become a brand ambassador for CND™. I still pinch myself that my passion for CND™ products has been recognised, and that I am trusted with promoting the brand. In business, I aim to keep providing clients with an outstanding service while supporting the health of their natural nails.
Who do you admire in the industry?
I love the camaraderie within this industry and have made so many nail tech friends via social media. Mateja Novakovic (@matejanova) and Samantha Cox (@thedailynailofficial) inspire me on a daily basis with their stunning work. I have followed both of them since the start of my nail journey and watched them grow into industry leaders.
Instagram: @monmayernails