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NailBuff app adds Bio Sculpture shades to ease client decisions

By Helena Biggs | 15 April 2019

Bio Sculpture has launched on NailBuff, an iPhone app that helps users discover over 2000 nail polish and gel shades. Using a smartphone camera, a saved photo, or the app’s…

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Expand your waxing horizons at Wax Live 2019

By Sophie Nutt | 13 April 2019

Wax Live, an exciting day of hair removal education and networking for waxing enthusiasts, is taking place in Coventry on Sunday 28th April 2019. Organised by experts and self-confessed wax…

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Claire Denton on her career, nail ethos & Dipt

By Kat Hill | 13 April 2019

Hear from Claire Denton on her role as a beauty therapist, nail technician, educator and City and Guilds Assessor… Tell us about your career so far… I began my working…

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Rimmel & Cybersmile launch AI support assistant

By Sophie Nutt | 12 April 2019

Consumer beauty brand, Rimmel London, is addressing cyberbullying by partnering with international anti cyber-bullying charity, The Cybersmile Foundation. The Cybersmile Assistant is designed to provide support to internet users who…

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Brighten eyes with Lash Perfect iRevive Micro-Lift patches

By Sophie Nutt | 12 April 2019

Lash Perfect has revealed its new retail iRevive collection, including Micro-Lift Anti-Age Gel Patches. Using micro-needling technology, the gel patches help to stimulate collagen production to combat fine lines and…

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Swarovski announces first Crystal Beauty education team

By Helena Biggs | 11 April 2019

Swarovski launched the UK Swarovski Crystal Beauty Academy from its London HQ on 21 March to develop professional understanding of its products. Renowned nail artist and authorised instructor for the…

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Why you should offer one stroke services

By Sophie Nutt | 11 April 2019

The sweep of a brush over a nail creating a tonal, delicate creation is mesmerising for the client and a joy to perform for the tech. Striking and a visual…

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Get ready for Game of Thrones with these nails

By Kat Hill | 11 April 2019

With season eight on the way, get ready for the return of Game of Thrones with these themed designs…

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TGB Insider: How to strike a balance between work & parenthood

By Scratch Staff | 10 April 2019

The Gel Bottle Inc team offer advice for nail techs in the first in their blog series for Scratch… A work/life/family balance is something most of us pursue in our…

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World Friendship Day

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and…

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24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is…

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