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Upgrade your E-File routine with the KB Mini E-File Mandrel & KB Mini Sanding Bands

By Callie Iley | 23 August 2023

Katie Barnes Tool Range has expanded its offering with the KB Mini E-File Mandrel & KB Mini Sanding Bands. Give your nail prep and shaping services an upgrade with the…

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Make nails rock with Light Elegance’s 12 autumn 2023 shades

By Rebecca Hitchon | 23 August 2023

Light Elegance has launched the Rocks collection, featuring rich colours and mesmerising glitters inspired by nature, for autumn and beyond. “I loved making something so gritty, rough and natural, such…

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Syrup nails

What are syrup nails, the Korean beauty trend taking over social media?

By Rebecca Hitchon | 22 August 2023

Food-inspired nail trends have appeared thick and fast of late, from glazed donut to blueberry milk manis – and now, syrup nails are the latest trend to rock the beauty…

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HMRC: It’s time to check your Self Assessment registration status

By Guest Writer | 21 August 2023

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) answers common questions to help you understand whether you may need to register or deregister for Self Assessment this tax year, and why this matters……

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Nail Tech Talk: Beth Buckley of Sassy Nails

By Callie Iley | 19 August 2023

Despite not considering nails as a career until later in her life, Beth Buckley of Sassy Nails had a lifelong passion for nails. “I even used to paint my friend’s…

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Serve up iced matcha latte looks with The GelBottle’s gel colour & top coat duo

By Callie Iley | 18 August 2023

In search of a milky, muted green shade to level up your matcha manis? With 686K views for #matchanails on TikTok, matcha manis are more popular than ever, and The…

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Want your nail work on the runway? Here’s how to boss backstage at Fashion Week

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 August 2023

Get your spring/summer 2024 mindset ready, as September marks the return of Fashion Weeks across the globe. If you’re striving to get involved in the session nail sphere, highly regarded…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Jo’s Nails, Sutton Bridge

By Callie Iley | 17 August 2023

Attending Isle College in 1992 to study hair and beauty, Joanne Smyth had a love for beauty since she was a child, seeing her qualifying as a natural next step.…

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Minimalist nails

150+ nail art ideas for minimalist mani lovers: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Rebecca Hitchon | 17 August 2023

Check out entries to the 16 August 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme: Minimalist Mani. Each design was…

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Beauty Trends & Innovations Conference

The Beauty Trends & Innovations Conference will return for its 13th year, welcoming over 40 beauty brands and retailers. These…

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Moyra UK Pop-Up Event

Join us for an exclusive, invite-only Moyra UK Pop-Up Event at Manahatta, Nottingham on Sunday 14 September, 12–5 PM. We’re bringing together…

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