Posts by Kat Hill
Stay cool this summer with Jessica’s What’s The Scoop Collection
Help clients stay cool this summer with the What’s The Scoop Collection from Jessica. Available in the Phēnom formula, the three new shades include: Cherry On Top – cerise pink crème Honey Lavender – pale lavender crème Pistachio – pistachio green crème Ideal for accessorising beside the pool, on the beach or to a summer wedding, the three new vivid…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Gossip Nail Bar, Bristol
Promising dazzling nail design and a memorable salon experience, The Gossip Nail Bar was founded by influencer and plus size model-turned-nail technician, Emily Fisher. “I opened The Gossip Nail Bar in December 2017,” explains Emily. “The salon launched partly out of frustration of not being able to find awesome nail art, in an Instagrammableenvironment in…
Read MoreAdd strength and length with NSI Rubber Base
Offer strength with an easy application thanks to the new NSI Rubber Base. The versatile coating can be used over natural nails for added strengthen and durability. It can also be used for both short tip and sculpted extensions. Offering easy control thanks to its brush and bottle format, the formula sees a medium/thick viscosity.…
Read MoreINK London adds summer shades to iLac range
Get set for summer nail services with the new iLac shades from INK London. The new additions see four new vivid hues: i-172 Unconditional Love – sparkly, grapefruit pink i-173 Just Jade – a sparkling teal tone i-174 Mayday – a hot red i-175 Fiesta – grape purple. Offering up to four weeks wear, the…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Linnails, Hyökännummi, Finland
In search of a creative outlet to occupy her during maternity leave, Miia Linna was drawn to the world of nails. “It was actually my best friend who suggested that I should try my hand at nails as she knew that that was something I’d enjoy,” smiles Miia Linna. “In 2015, I started practicing at…
Read More‘Get Dipt’ this summer!
Shake up your summertime colour offering with Dipt! Founded in Britain, the range currently sees 60 coloured powders, as well as liquid counterparts to the system. The brand utilises medical grade resins and a very finely milled acrylic powder to create semi-permanent colour overlays. Boasting a lightweight, flexible and durable overlay, it is a fast treatment…
Read MoreOver 1 million beauty tools sent to landfill each month
New data from tool manufacturer, Navy Professional, has revealed that an estimated 1.3 million beauty tools are being sent to landfill as waste each month in the UK. Shocked at the findings, founder of Navy Professional, Rebecca Crawforth, launched the company as a sustainable beauty tool business, designed to reduce waste by improving the standards of…
Read MoreDrink in summer style with The Gel Bottle Inc Summer Cocktail Collection
Get ready to drink in summer style with the latest colour collection from The Gel Bottle Inc. Inspired by the brand’s favourite tipples, the Summer Cocktail Collection sees 12 new gel polish shades. Boasting up to four weeks’ wear time, the formula is highly pigmented, non-shrink and non-yellowing. The colours are LED and UV curable…
Read MoreLibby Barthuly on nail art, music & the Fingerbang team
We caught up with Libby Barthuly, of Fingerbang, Portland, USA, about her favourite designs to create and the nail team at Fingerbang… What is your all-time favourite nail product? I love anything that glitters; mylar, foils, gems and charms. I want these nails to blind you from across the room. Who do you admire in the…
Read MoreAmy G collection exclusively available at Sally Salon Services
Sally Salon Services has announced an exclusive new nail art collection from celebrity nail artist, Amy G. Ideal for adding magical details to nail designs and created by Amy Ganney, the Unicorn Collection sees: Teardrop Jewels Diamond Jewels Mystical Sequins Luna Sequins Cosmo Sequins Unicorn Paper Pearl Powder Purple Glitter Flakes Products are available via…
Read MoreThe KuKu Girls rock Download Festival nails backstage
The team from KuKu Hair and Beauty were on hand to pamper performers and VIPs backstage at Download Festival all weekend long. The KuKu Girls amped up nail looks for festival goers, tending to the talons of lead base player from Eagles of Death Metal, Jennie Vee. Jennie opted for CND™ Black Pool with Lecenté’s…
Read MoreKeep your money safe with these security tips
According the Office for National Statistics’ Crime Survey for England and Wales, last year saw an 8% increase in overall theft offences estimated. While the survey noted a 3% decrease in burglaries, the adage ‘prevention is better than cure’ still rings true. Saving both time and money in the long run, investing in security measures…
Read MoreCare for lashes with LashUs Lash & Brow Elixir
Get ready to retail the LashUs Lash & Brow Elixir. Packed with a ‘carefully selected combination of natural oils and active botanical ingredients’, the formula works to help condition both brows and lashes, hydrate and help promote growth. Key ingredients include Argan Oil, Sunflower Oil andRosemary. Ideal for jet-setting clients or bridal parties, the Elixir is…
Read MoreWhat happened at the NAILS Next Top Nail Artist event 2019
While at Premiere Orlando, the Scratch team was invited to a very exciting event – the NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Social. The evening saw the live announcement of this season’s winner and was a celebration of all things nails! The evening kicked off with a social which saw the opportunity for nail pros mingle…
Read MoreSalon owners delaying retirement for as long as possible
A new survey by NHF/NBF has found that hair and beauty salon owners without private pensions say they will delay their retirement for as long as possible. Of 400 salon owners surveyed, almost one in six (16%) said their State Pension would be their only pension income during retirement. Half of those said they would…
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