Sweet Squared educators celebrate success & requalification

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Sweet Squared hosted its annual regional update training at its new HQ in Leeds to ensure that its ambassadors are continuing to train to the highest standards. Facilitated by global team CND member, Nataliya Al-Ta’ai and CND international education manager, Kelly Melanitou, this year’s training was attended by UK & ROI EA’s. It marked the beginning…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Simone at The Nail Cabin

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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Simone at The Nail Cabin, Lincoln, crafted this decant purple design. Using INK London’s Acrylink range as the base for her nail art, Simone then created this design with iLac gel…

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Cuccio hosts Brazilian education event

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Cuccio’s Marilyn Olemma Garcia recently jetted to Brazil for a three-day training summit. Educators, sales force and sub distributors gathered to focus on Cuccio’s Powder Polish, LED gel with fiberglass ranges, as well techniques and nail trends. “The Cuccio Effect has being growing the last three years,” Marilyn explains. “Now we have a big group…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Rosie Watton, Nails By Rosie

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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Rosie Watton created this sparkling snowy look for her client’s Christmas manicure. With a base of Bio Sculpture Gel’s shade No. 1 French White, Rose then used Essence Glitter…

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Oway Beauty launches Remedy Hand Balm

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Offering an intense moisturising for dry, chapped hands, Oway Beauty has revealed Remedy Hand Balm. The anti-ageing properties in the cream protect the skin and offer to combat the signs of ageing, while Omega oils hydrate, moisturise and nourish. The balm also contains biodynamic walnut, organic chia, and Fair Trade pataua. Incorporate the balm into manicure…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Rachael Wilders

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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Rachael Wilders created this cheeky Elf on the Shelf inspired design, complete with a watchful eye! Combining snowy blue nails with red and white stripes, Rachael ensure her…

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What is dark social & how can I get involved?

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Tom Ferris, owner of Blackwell Ferris Marketing, reveals what ‘dark social’ is – and why you need to know about it… “It was so funny I just HAD to share it with you guys”. “Yeah but Marc never replies in the WhatsApp group, he always lurks in the background just watching”. This conversation really had me thinking…

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YOUR FAVE Scratch cover of 2017: revealed!

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The results are in for your favourite Scratch magazine cover image of 2017. Open to all Scratch readers, voting took place last weekend – with votes amassed in their hundreds for 13 eye-catching cover images. From bold, punchy nail styles to sultry poses and clever use of props, the images saw a tough nail battle,…

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Be enchanted by winter Halo Gel Polish shades

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Twelve sophisticated and stylish shades make up the Halo Gel Polish Enchanted collection; hues that sparkle and shimmer to see clients through Christmas and into the New Year. Sultry and a must for perfecting any party outfit, the hues include red tones Goddess, Poison Apple and Phoenix as well as shades in the blue end of…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Grace Maggy Smith

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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Grace Maggy Smith’s client will be having a merry minimal Christmas thanks to this design! The perfect accessory to festive knitwear, Gracec combined negative space with green…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Rainbow Nails, Plymouth

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After five successful years in both her home salon and forging her client base as a mobile technician, Sophie Hudd is celebrating the opening of her new salon in Plymouth. “It’s a big change to now have my own salon and a small team of other techs – Emma and Kim – working with me but…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Laura Cord

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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. We love this cracking design by Laura Cord! Featuring royal hues of red, green and gold, Lauren created this nutcracker-inspired design using shades from IBD’s Just Gel…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Kelly Colley, Lavish Nails

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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Kelly Colley, of Lavish Nails, revealed that this glittered winter-ice look has been popular amongst her clients that want to be prepared for festivities beyond Christmas Day. “I think this design has been popular as some clients want to incorporate the New Year into…

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BeautyPro products scoop big awards with OK! magazine

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Professional use and retail-friendly products by BeautyPRO scooped some big accolades at the 2017 Beauty Awards with OK! The event, hosted by Amanda Holden and OK! Magazine at the Tower of London, saw the Foot & Callus Peel gain Highly Commended in the Best New Feet & Legs Product category, and the Black Peel Charcoal Mask…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Amy Rickaby, Beauty Works

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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Amy Rickaby, of Beauty Works By Amy, created this cuddly cable knit design. Featuring 3d detailing, the design combines a chic shade of grey with silver for…

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