Ref. 71184-28GINA Akers, the Swindon beautician who starred in Channel 4's The Salon reality show, is to be a resident expert for a national beauty magazine.

Gina, who owns and runs ABC Hair and Beauty training centre and the @aqua-G salon in Swindon, will be the in-house expert beauty and expert for Hair, Style and Beauty. She will also write a column giving readers expert tips and advice on salon treatment and services, as well as reviewing products.

Gina, of Haydon Wick, said: "I love writing and I can't wait to get into this new role. It's great to be able to let people know about what's happening in salons and how treatments can benefit them."