Archive for 2018
OPI reveals The Nutcracker and Four Realms collection with Disney
Extend your colour repertoire with OPI and Disney’s The Nutcracker and Four Realms collection. Seeing 12 limited editions shades plus three coordinating glitters, the collection offers festive looks for every event and taste. Inspired by the film adaptation of the classic ballet, The Nutcracker and Four Realms collection is available in Nail Lacquer, Infinite Shine…
Read MoreNational Stress Awareness Day: A Tech’s Perspective
November 7 sees National Stress Awareness Day. “We all know what it’s like to feel stressed – being under pressure is a normal part of life. But becoming overwhelmed by stress can lead to mental health problems or make existing problems worse,” states Mind, the registered mental health charity. “National Stress Awareness Day is a great opportunity…
Read MoreSpruce up retail areas with Delfy Christmas Gift Sets
On the look out for products to add a touch of sparkle, chic and style to your retail area this festive season? Delfy Cosmetics has revealed its range of Christmas Gift Sets to entice clients. Serving up a range of 11 sets that can be customised to your preference, Delfy Cosmetics is offering a gift…
Read MoreHow to perfect nail product application by the cuticle
Mastering cuticle application can be a tech’s nemesis, but it needn’t be. Of course, it takes practice but follow my top tips for perfecting your cuticle application with L&P and gel polish. Perfecting L&P cuticle application When working with L&P, ensuring the mix ratio is correct – especially around the cuticle zone – is paramount.…
Read MoreGetting festive with Lecenté
Yesterday I took a trip to Bluewater, Kent, for a rather festive treat courtesy of Lecenté. After the success of previous events and the demand from glitter fans, the Lecenté Winter Event returned again this year. On arrival, I was greeted the cheery tones of Christmas music and a glass of bubbles – and the…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Jemma Ball, Jemma Bailey Beauty
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jemma Ball, of Jemma Bailey Beauty, reveals iridescent and glittery nails are popular with her clients at the moment. “I bought some new Lecenté chubby glitters and advertised on my social media for a model to use them on. I created a set of…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Remember, remember
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! It’s Guy Fawkes Day and bonfire night is upon us, however many of your clients may have already celebrated the tradition over the weekend with firework parties or watching the local display – and what better way to show your appreciation than…
Read MoreExtend & blend with new nail brand, Nooiii
Nail Order has welcomed a new brand to its portfolio; Nooiii. The range specialises in affordable easy-blend tips as well as pre designed tips, nail art products, a self-levelling L&P acrylic range and fibreglass & silk products. There are also tekking essentials such as tools and hygiene products available, and gel and gel polish ranges…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Kayley Cairns
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Kayley Cairns, wears a muted grey and black nail design featuring ombre and marbling techniques for a cosy winter mani. “The nails were Russian almond shaped created with liquid and powder on long length HD Professional sculpting forms. “They were created for Halloween,…
Read MoreScratch Stars winner launches own product range
Globally renowned vlogger and winner of the Scratch Stars Best UK Nail Blogger title 2018, Natasha Lee, has launched her own range of nail products. Named ‘Divine by Natasha Lee‘, products include a ‘capsule’ brush set, which features five brushes that allows the user to create every art look that she has demonstrated on her…
Read MoreCraft autumnal nail looks with new Preciosa mix
Autumn is in the air so update your nail art kit with the latest crystal mix from Crystal Parade. Inspired by nights in front of a warm fire, the Preciosa Nail Art Mix in Cosy Nights sees a variety of Preciosa crystals. The mix sees flatback crystals in a mixture of sizes in shades, including Burgundy, Vintage…
Read MoreMarie-Louise Coster on Japanese nail art, exciting opportunities and Nails Next Top Nail Artist
Tell us about your training… I originally had a Saturday job in a beauty salon from the age of 16. I did a bit of ‘in-house’ training there but my proper training was at Brunel Technical College in Bristol in the late 90s. This provided me with my NVQ 2 and 3 in Beauty Therapy and…
Read MoreNail techs sought for on-demand London beauty services
Beauty app, Glo-Up, provides Londoners with beauty services at the touch of a button – and is seeking nail techs to join its roster. The Glo-Up app is free to download, and once a user signs up, they can simply choose a treatment they would like, add the time and date and a host of…
Read MoreAdd sparkle to nail designs with eco-friendly iZ glitters
Spruce up nail designs and sparkle for the festive season with eight new iZ Beauty of London nail art glitters. The fine glitters can be applied to nails, face and body and are biodegradable, created using a film derived from trees (mainly Eucalyptus), which is sustainable and sourced using environmentally means. Certified as industrially compostable,…
Read MoreVegan beauty: Defined by experts
With 2018 seeing an increasingly conscious approach across all industries, Scratch quizzes experts about veganism – and the properties upheld by the increasing numbers of vegan nail and beauty products. To be considered vegan, a product or service must be free of any animal-derived ingredients. “This includes ingredients such as carmine and beeswax,” comments Abigail…
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