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Recycled food, rope & paper create finger fashion photoshoot

By Alex Fox | 19 March 2021

Vietnamese nail artist, Quinada has shared her latest photo shoot where recycled materials took centre stage for the nail art designs in the Asian Recall Collection.  “In this new collection,…

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Points to note when taking nail photos | The Beauty Bloggers

By Guest Writer | 19 March 2021

The Beauty Bloggers, aka Natalie Thompson & Rachel Jenkinson, discuss the practicalities and demands when it comes to nail photos… Nat and Rach are ‘The Beauty Bloggers‘ and have over 21 years experience…

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Nail Tech Talk: How I’ve been keeping busy while my salon is closed

By Guest Writer | 19 March 2021

Tina Bell, head of education for Pure Nails & owner of Totally Polished Academy, shares the ways she’s been keeping busy before her nail business and academy can resume in-person service… I have…

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Paisley Nail Art

By Chloe Randall | 19 March 2021

Paisley nail art, aka bandana style, has really taken the nail world by storm with celebrities like Selena Gomez rocking the trend. Here, we share some of our reader’s designs…

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Add texture to nails with Naio Nails’ Jelly Gel Polish

By Chloe Randall | 19 March 2021

Naio Nails has launched its Jelly Gel Polish range, comprising 16 colours. Jelly nails are a way to play with sheer colour and add a little texture. Paired with a…

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Beauty bookings see 432% spike after salon reopening date announced

By Chloe Randall | 18 March 2021

According to Stylist, Beauty bookings service Treatwell has reported a 432% spike in bookings within 24 hours after it was announced salons could potentially reopen on 12 April. After a…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Fast food

By Callie Iley | 18 March 2021

Check out the entries to the 17 March nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating designs inspired by fast food! Each design was submitted via…

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The vital step you could be missing when cleaning

By Guest Writer | 18 March 2021

Nigel Rouse, brand owner of Mundo Professional, shares why time is a key factor when cleaning… I have watched many people – including those in the medical profession – spray…

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BABTAC Inspiring Beauty Awards winners announced

By Chloe Randall | 17 March 2021

The winners have been announced for the first-ever BABTAC (British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology) Inspiring Beauty Awards. The awards took place virtually with nearly 100 guests attending including…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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