Archive for 2017
BENEFIT COSMETICS unveils brow and beauty drive-thru for Glastonbury festival-goers
Visitors to Glastonbury festival next week can have their brows kept in check via GlastonBrow, a brows and beauty drive-thru by Benefit Cosmetics. The brand gave away free Benefit goodies, brow waxes and festival essentials to those on the road to to Glastonbury. DJ sets featured at the drive-in, and passers-by could choose from a menu…
Read MoreTRAVEL ESSENTIALS launched by Nailtiques for holiday season
Ideal for taking care of nails and toenails while on holiday or a weekend away, get your hands on this handy pack from Nailtiques – featuring eye mask, nail moisturiser, Oil Therapy cuticle oil, Avocado Foot Crème and Formula 2 in a hand clear bag. A must for hands and toes experiencing the drying effect of…
Read MoreIZABELLE HAMMON Ltd launches Pro Colour range
Izabelle Hammon Ltd has proudly unveiled a new iZ Beauty of London product range. Pro Colour is a soak off LED/UV gel system that is available in 12 shades of nude. The product does not require a primer or base coat and can be used as an overlay or to sculpt and extend the natural nail.…
Read MoreBIO SCULPTURE teams amass in Cyprus for bi annual event
Bio Sculpture representatives from all over the world jetted to Cyprus for the brand’s bi annual conference. The event allows attendees to see first hand the product launches for the next six months and GB director, Richard Lipsitz, was accompanied by UK head of education, Stella Cox, as well as Kate Fleet and Esther Anderson.…
Read MoreGELISH POLYGEL try-outs for techs this Sunday in London
Be among the first UK techs to be try out PolyGel, as Nail Harmony UK is offering certificated trials with the system on Sunday 18 June. From 10-4pm at The Tower Hotel, London, a team of special guest educators – including dean of education and UK distributor, Georgie Smedley, will be on hand to introduce attendees to…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Charlotte’s Nails & Beauty, Sheffield
Down at the bottom of Charlotte Pilgrim’s garden you’ll find a little hideaway – full of nail magic. “This is my first venture out on my own,” Charlotte reveals. “I’ve worked in salons previously, but most recently, I was renting a room within a hair salon. From that I’ve built a large client base which has allowed me to go…
Read MoreHEAD TO THE French Riviera with new ASP collection
ASP has revealed four stunning additions to its Signature Gel Polish collection; ideal for summer! The punchy pink Monte Carlo, pretty Champagne Co, hot coral Casino Royal and peachy St Tropez make up the French Riviera collection – and are also available in lacquer, depending on your client’s desired wear time. Snap up the Perfect…
Read MoreTECH TALK: Lian Hargreaves
Talented tech, Lian Hargreaves, talks client loyalty, career challenges and more… What do you love about working on peoples’ nails? I love being able to create different designs on a day-to-day basis. My favourite part is always applying top coat and seeing an entire design come together. What are the benefits of working from home?…
Read MoreCND™ stun at Vivienne Westwood SS18 show
Team CND™ were on hand to style the models of Vivienne Westwood’s SS18 showcase at Men’s Fashion Week in London. Lead by Marian Newman, the team of nail stylists helped create the range of seven looks with CND VINYLUX™ shades. Political as ever, Vivienne Westwood themed the collection around a reinterpretation of a pack of playing…
Read MoreNEW SKATE OF MIND colour collection by Artistic Nail Design launches
Grab your skate boards and ride into summer with Artistic Nail Design’s latest six-piece colour collection. New Skate of Mind unveils bright, fun and playful shades for summer, including Babes & Board, a bright berry creme, Catch My Air, a bright blue creme and Gnarly Pink, a baby pink creme. Completing the line up is…
Read MoreSEMILAC to launch UK academy with free event for beauty pros to celebrate
Polish-born nail brand, Semilac, is launching a training academy and inviting professionals to find out more at a free event in Manchester on Monday 19 June. Salon managers and staff can explore how Semilac can offer a competitive edge during the open day between 10am and 2pm at Matrix Nails & Beauty, Manchester. The event will…
Read MoreGET FESTIVAL READY with Izabelle Hammon
Izabelle Hammon Ltd has unveiled four bright shades, just in time for a summer of festivals and fun. Aptly named The Festival Fever Collection, the palette sees: Main Stage, a hot raspberry pink Glastonberry, a deep-orchid purple Dancing In The Rain, a vibrant blue Sold Out, a tangy tangerine The shades will be available to professionals…
Read MoreWinners of the LCBT Star Awards for students revealed
Last Friday, Scratch editor, Helena, and I travelled to London to attend the annual LCBT Star Awards, which serve to recognise talented, hardworking students from the college. A glamorous affair, the awards were held at the Hilton Hotel next to London Victoria where guests were greeted with cold refreshments upon arrival. Everybody then found a…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Kate Taylor
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kate Taylor has been wearing gothic almond sculpted nails with encapsulated Nail Team Laser Dots in green and gold and angel paper. “After having shorter nails on while competing, I decided it was time to treat myself to some fresh, summery nails,” Kate reveals. “The nails…
Read MoreLASH FX reveal new product launches
Lash FX has added to its portfolio with two new professional products. The Cluster Lash Kit contains silky mink cluster lashes that are designed to create an instantly glamorous look. There are four trays included, along with adhesive and tweezers. The Instant Russian Kit features soft, ultra fine lashes that offer a full volume yet…
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