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Power Up & Face Cyber Bullies
Marie Quigley & Jeanine Bailey address the issues surrounding cyber bullying, as social media platforms become home to a flow of negative comments & private messaging Cyber bullying is taking place right across the globe. It’s not pleasant; it’s hostile and unkind, and can create so much emotional impact such…
Read MoreStore data at your fingertips with Lanour Beauty’s ‘smart nail’
A nail salon in Dubai, Lanour Beauty, has unveiled the ‘smart nail.’ The smart nail is a cutting edge contactless microchip, which is applied as part of a manicure that allows you to store a small amount of information at the tip of your fingers. The chip is glued on…
Read More#NowTrending: Stars & squiggles by Egle Bivainyte
Scratch chats to Egle Bivainyte of Greeneye Nails about her journey in the nail industry and how to recreate this gorgeous nail design. I started doing nails as a hobby a few years ago after getting my nails done at Imarni Salon. Seeing the process and how it’s done really…
Read MoreSnapchat introduces virtual beauty try-on experiences
Beauty tech solutions provider, Perfect Corp, has collaborated with Snap Inc to create augmented reality (AR) beauty try-on experiences for the Snapchat app. This partnership will enable beauty brands to share Snapchat Lenses, created with Perfect Corp, for app users to interact with brands, virtually try-on beauty looks and shop products – anywhere, anytime. With…
Read MoreNail Artist moves into Crystal Power & Healing
Nail tech, Jade Evangelou, owner of the once, Jade Angel salon in London and Artistic Nail Design educator, has developed a series of aromatherapy crystal-infused mood mists. “We all need a little something to help enhance our moods and aromatherapy has been used for eons for not just physical, but…
Read MoreEnhance nails with 6 natural-looking Cuccio Brush On Builder Gel shades
Add length, strength and boost the apex with the six Brush-On, Soak Off Builder Gel shades from Cuccio. The convenient brush-on formula eases the building and shaping process and the natural-looking shades are ideal for camouflaging re-growth. Use to overlay to add strength, to enhance with forms (sculpting) or via…
Read MoreDawn Wolk has huge adoration for the nail industry. It gives her independence and a sense of self worth – but regular seizures mean she can only offer a maximum of two nail services each day. The East Sussex nail pro, who attained an L&P acrylic nail qualification in February…
Read MoreThe Hair & Beauty Charity has shared insight from the last five years of its work, revealing that there has been a 1,200% rise in the number of people aged 18-30 asking for help from the charity. Figures also show that there has been a 300% rise in male applicants…
Read MoreAmp up spring and summer nail looks with the Glitterbels Rock Chick collection. Featuring six Hema-free gel polish shades, the collection finds inspiration for its edgy hues from leather jackets, ripped jeans and studded belts. The shades include: Break The Rules – a grungy deep green hue suited to timeless…
Read MoreThe World’s Star Nail Artist 2023, Katy Pottle, shares top tips for creating jaw-dropping video content to capture attention… Get inspired Firstly, seek inspiration from fellow nail artists. Watch their videos and ascertain what works and engages you. This can give you a good basis for your own unique video. If creating a…
Read MoreLuxury boutique salon, Nails & Brows Mayfair, is marking a decade of beauty services since its opening in March 2014. The team at Nails & Brows Mayfair consists of 22 beauty experts, who deliver a range of services to clients including celebrities and royals, serving up manicures, pedicures, lash extensions…
Read MoreThe third iteration of Nailympia Germany took place at the Beauty Düsseldorf exhibition, 22-24 March. The prestigious nail competition is powered by Scratch and the Germany edition is hosted by Stefanie Lo Re of Signature Nail International, supported by Nailympia global director, Alex Fox. The 2024 contest welcomed 79 competitors…
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