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Nailympia crowns Global Champion 2019

By Helena Biggs | 2 October 2019

Joanna Bandurska from Poland has been crowned Nailympia Global Champion 2019. In a close contest against Germany’s Olena Özman, Joanna amassed the most points in the Stiletto, L&P Acrylic Sculpture…

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Say ‘Yes’ to the NSI Proposal Collection!

By Kat Hill | 1 October 2019

Be swept up in the romance of the latest collection from NSI. Entitled The Proposal Collection, the line-up sees six new seductive shades in the Polish Pro formula: Horse Drawn –…

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Scratch Snap: September 2019

By Sophie Nutt | 1 October 2019

Take a look at all of the entries from the September Scratch Snap salon nail art competition! The theme for September was ‘Scottish Highlands’ with Belinda Price, OPI educator, as the…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Jemma Ball, Jemma Elizabeth Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 1 October 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jemma Ball, of Jemma Elizabeth Beauty, reveals delicate floral designs have been popular with her clients recently. “This nail…

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The Great Scratch Shoot Out 2019: The results

By Kat Hill | 30 September 2019

Nina Lewis has scooped first place in Scratch’s annual photographic competition. After a recording breaking amount of entries of 127 this year, the top three and winner of the new Voter’s…

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MANI MONDAY: Leopard tips

By Sophie Nutt | 30 September 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Leopard print is a trend that shows no sign of slowing down just yet. Our social media…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Elizabeth Jones, Nail Art by Elizabeth

By Sophie Nutt | 29 September 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Elizabeth Jones, of Nail Art by Elizabeth, wears a nail look inspired by the recent release of IT: Chapter 2 and the…

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INK London grows Flubber range with Nude Flubber Builder Base

By Kat Hill | 28 September 2019

INK London has added Nude Flubber Builder Base to its Flubber range. A strong base coat and builder in one, the product can be worn alone, help durability with the…

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Tales from a tech visit to Swarovski HQ

By Katie Barnes | 27 September 2019

Earlier this year, 15 educators, including myself, were honoured to be selected as the first UK and Ireland education team for Swarovski Crystal Beauty Academy. This education team is the…

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Scratch Snap nail art competition

Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…

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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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