Archive for 2017
OPI’S Pro Spa adds luxury to mani/pedi services
Add a luxurious element to your hand and foot treatments with OPI‘s Pro Spa range. Created with the help of leading dermatologist, Dr. Zena Gabriel, Pro Spa features luxurious hand and foot products that have been inspired by facial skincare. The range sees a variety of products, including cuticle oil,Soothing Soak, Soothing Soak, Exfoliating Sugar Scrub and Nail & Cuticle…
Read MoreASTON & FINCHER reveals beauty offerings at Birmingham event
Trade hair and beauty wholesaler, Aston & Fincher, held a two-day event at its Birmingham store to showcase its vast range of product and education offerings. The event reminded attendees that products are available via the Your Salon Store catalogue, website and Click+Collect service, which allows customers to collect their parcel from any of the 34 Aston…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: Harmony 101 Gelish DIP Translation Course
Course Details: This is a one day training class for experienced nail enhancement technicians wishing to train in Gelish DIP. On the course you will cover: product chemistry and over exposure; product application; one Colour, pink & white and strength application; tip application with strength for extensions; product control; maintenance and removals; troubleshooting. This course carries 11 CPD…
Read MoreCHINA GLAZE teams up with My Little Pony for nail colour collection
Rein in some magic – it’s time to invest in a rainbow of shades with the My Little Pony x China Glaze collection. Featuring 12 new lacquer hues, the palette sees colours ranging from super-charged brights to pretty pastel crèmes and celestial, shimmering glitters. The shades are inspired by the ponies and their individual, fun…
Read MoreINK LONDON opens Scottish shop
INK London Nails has celebrated the opening of a trade-only shop in Scotland. Based at Notorious Nails Salon and Academy in Coatbridge, Scottish techs will be able to pick up their favourite INK London products; from ilac Hybrid Gel Polish to files and nail art supplies such as glitters. Catering to the pro, proof of…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Beauty & Aesthetics Parlour, Colchester
Striking with its statement wall of mirrors, The Beauty & Aesthetics Parlour, in Colchester, is a home salon that is much more than a pretty face. Owned by Holly Whatling, the new salon is still in its first year. “I knew I always wanted to work for myself,” Holly explains. “I decided that following my maternity leave,…
Read MoreNAIL EVENT: Nailympia London seminar, 28 July
Are you thinking about stretching your nail skills and competing at Nailympia London 2017? Get your questions answered by a panel of experts, this Friday 28 July from 11-4pm. The panel includes Nailympia judges, Jacqui O’Sullivan, Alisha Rimando and Marian Newman, as well as organiser, Alex Fox of Scratch magazine. Date: Friday 28 July Time:…
Read MoreSHOW OFF SHELLAC on new, stylish salon racks
Show off your CND SHELLAC™ shades on a chic, eye-catching new rack. The branded displays offer an ideal storage solution for your power polish collectionand have been designed by US design expert, Tony Valentine. An add-on rack is available, holding up to 15 bottles, as well as a counter rack for up to 36 bottles and…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hannah Missen
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hannah Missen’s clients have been going wild for leopard print designs! “Leopard print designs have been very popular with my clients this summer,” Hannah explains. “I think is the pattern is so fun and perfect for festivals, parties and holidays. “The more pictures I post on…
Read MoreEASY REMOVAL with new Orly GelFx base coat
Cut the time of soak off romoval for Orly GelFx overlays with the brand’s Easy-Off Basecoat. Applied in place of primer and your usual base coat, the new formula sees a soak off in just five minutes. During the soaking process, the remover penetrates through the layers and starts to deteriorate the gel material. The basecoat is…
Read MoreThe Scratch Summer Party & Scratch Stars Awards 2017
Wow… what a night! Here, at HQ we’re still on a high from last night’s Scratch’s Summer Party and Scratch Stars Awards! With 18 categories to award over the evening, London’s Tropicana Beach Club was buzzing with nerves and anticipation as the finalists, sponsors and guests arrived. While eagerly awaiting for the awards to start, cocktails were sipped and canapes…
Read MoreSCRATCH STARS OF 2017 REVEALED!
Scratch magazine has revealed the winners of its 2017 nail industry awards; the Scratch Stars, at a fun-filled party at London’s Tropicana Beach Club. Scratch’s Summer Party, hosted by Blue singer and Hollyoaks actor, Duncan James, was attended by over 350 people from across the nail industry with their partners and friends, and saw cocktails,…
Read MoreTROPICAL NAIL OILS make a splash thanks to Semilac
We’re feeling totally tropical as our Scratch Summer Party at Tropicana Beach Club is on the horizon – so we’re lapping up the range of tropical inspired manicure oils from Semilac UK. Complementing the brand’s collection of nail shades and accessories, the four fruity scented oils are ideal for hydrating nails and cuticles and are available in lemon,…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Becki Hobbs, Becki’s Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Becki Hobbs from Becki’s Beauty has been wearing this bright geometric design. “I created them using four of the new colours from the Gelish Selfie collection,” Becki explains. “I created the design by painting two nails with a white background and then drawing the geometric square design using…
Read MoreSHIINE WITH ASP T3 LED/UV Glitter Gels
ASP has unveiled T3 LED/UV Glitter Gels. With a self levelling formula, these hard gels boasts an intense glittery and super high finish shine finish. Quick and easy to apply, the gel is odour free and also curable with LED as well as UV sources. The range sees three gorgeous glitter; It’s Pink, a glittering magenta;…
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