Posts by Helena Biggs
Kayley Cairns scoops Nail Professional of the Year title
Essex-based nail technician and educator, Kayley Cairns, was awarded the Nail Professional of the Year title at the Professional Beauty Awards 2019. Held at The Brewery in London on Sunday 24 February, the awards saw 11 categories spanning beauty, spa and business. The black-tie ceremony kicked off with a Champagne reception and saw entertainment from…
Read MoreNailympia Competitions announces partnership with Premiere Orlando
Competition organisation, Nailympia, has partnered with exhibition event, Premiere Orlando, which will brand its nail competitions with Nailympia. The competition will present 10 categories in this first year, held 2-3 June within the exhibition arena. Three of these competitions (Gel Tip & Overlay, L&P Sculpture & Stiletto Nails) will accrue points towards the Nailympia Global Cup.…
Read MoreWax:One commemorates 1st Birthday with benefits for beauty pros
Waxing brand, Wax:One, is commemorating its first year in the beauty industry with a multitude of benefits and exciting events for pros. The brand’s distributor, Sweet Squared, is hosting free Wax:One workshops with birthday surprises, goody bags and special discounts lasting throughout the month. Made for pros by pros, Wax:One has a super-fast melt and setting…
Read MoreZoya introduces ‘Innocence’ nail lacquer collection for spring
Fashion-forward nail lacquer brand, Zoya, has introduced its spring 2019 nail polish collection. Inspired by nature, the Innocence collection is stormy and subtle with a touch of brightness and softness in its shades. An ideal collection for transitioning from winter to summer, hues include the grey, shimmery Fern, sparkly silver Theo, bold blue Aire, punchy…
Read MoreUpdate your L&P products with 1/3rd off Cuccio UK systems
Cuccio UK is offering 1/3rd off all its L&P acrylic products from January to March, including: Revolution Ultra Clear Nudecrylics Coloured acrylic powders & pigments Accessories (including forms, primers, brushes) Cuccio’s two core systems are Revolution and Ultra Clear. “Both the Revolution and Ultra Clear powders are finely milled three times for a silky feel;…
Read MoreMorgan Taylor creates ‘frosty glam’ manicures for Rodarte AW19
Rodarte presented a collection inspired by films and musicals from the 1930s to 70s for its autumn/winter 2019 showcase in LA. Glittering ensembles were shown off down the runway, with fun flashes of lettering, hearts and flowers – punctuating a chic 70s glam look. Make-up and nails ranged from bold to blush but with plenty…
Read MoreA taste of Tokyo with OPI
Swanky Japanese venue, Sake No Hana, London, played host to a colourful event to commemorate the launch of OPI’s spring/summer 2019 nail colour collection, Tokyo. Cherry blossom towered above my head, with OPI bottles tied to its branches for a quirky touch. A neon light in the shape of an OPI bottle was a fun…
Read MoreHelena tests out Superfood products at an Elemis event
Elemis invited press, bloggers and influencers to a fun-filled drop-in event to commemorate the addition of four new products to its Superfood range. The skincare range ‘combines the pure power of concentrated Superfoods with the science and expertise behind every Elemis formula’ and original lineup features Facial wash, Facial Oil, Day Cream and Night Cream.…
Read MoreASP complements gel polish range with Power Stay lacquer
ASP has launched the Signature Power Stay Lacquer range; shades that exactly match ASP’s Signature Gel Polish range. Ideal for existing users that want to expand or complement their current shades, the lacquer offers both long wear and a gel-look finish. The brushes are wide and curved for precise, professional application. What’s more, each lacquer is…
Read MoreGet set for spring with five new CND™ nail shades
Coming soon are five pretty nails shades for spring from CND™; the Sweet Escape collection. “The CND™ client is delicate but sharp, fresh but disruptive, gracious but formidable, pleasing but assertive,” comments a spokesperson for the brand. “This spring, she’s eternally escaping the confinement of ‘the box’, creating her own art, in her own way. Featuring…
Read MoreOPI launches 12-piece TOKYO spring nail colour collection
OPI sought inspiration from the vibrant, trendsetting city of Tokyo for its spring 2019 nail colour collection. The 12 shades are available in classic lacquer, long-wear Infinite Shine and GelColor formulas and the palette features a variety of colours that ‘evoke the energy and creativity of Tokyo’. “Tokyo is known for being on the forefront…
Read MoreScratch Stars Awards: Your questions answered!
Scratch editor & Scratch Stars Awards organiser, Helena Biggs, answers your questions about the Scratch Stars Awards 2019… Q: What is it and who should enter? The Scratch Stars Awards is run by Scratch magazine and recognises UK-based nail techs, bloggers, teams, salons and spas across 18 categories. There really is something to suit every…
Read MoreOPI promotes Belinda Price to enhance nail education offerings
Esteemed nail aficionado, Belinda Price, has been promoted within her role at OPI education to help implement the brand’s new education strategy. Belinda, who scooped the Scratch Star Award for Educator of the Year 2014, is now OPI educator and capability co-ordinator, which sees an increased focus on the education team and brand’s product offerings.…
Read MoreTechs add sparkle to nails at the Swarovski Crystal Heaven Workshop
Angel Crystals, a UK distributor of Swarovski nail crystals, invited a select group of techs to a fun-filled workshop at which they jazzed up their nails with Swarovski embellishments. Scratch‘s editor-in-chief, Alex, joined me for the trip to Swarovski’s London HQ, at which we were met by Antony Arnold of Angel Crystals. Passing grand displays…
Read MoreTownhouse teams up with make-up expert to create Valentine’s nail designs
London nail destination, Townhouse, has collaborated with make-up expert, Cher Webb, to create three limited edition nail designs for Valentine’s Day. Cher, who began her career as part of the pro make-up artist team at MAC Cosmetics, has honed her skills backstage at fashion weeks all over the globe. She has over 160K followers on Instagram and has worked with…
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