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Kayley Cairns scoops Nail Professional of the Year title

By Helena Biggs | 26 February 2019

Essex-based nail technician and educator, Kayley Cairns, was awarded the Nail Professional of the Year title at the Professional Beauty Awards 2019. Held at The Brewery in London on Sunday…

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Q61 installs colour runway to showcase on-trend nail shades

By Kat Hill | 26 February 2019

Yorkshire-based salon chain, Q61, has revealed a bepoke nail station featuring a curated collection of on-trend colours in its Harrogate location. Designed to aid colour selection and dubbed a colour…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Becki Hobbs, Becki’s Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 26 February 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Becki Hobbs, of Becki’s Beauty, reveals that bumble bees have been all over her clients nails recently. “Bumble bees…

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MANI MONDAY: Golden touch

By Sophie Nutt | 25 February 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! This week serves up a design for those clients that prefer a minimalist nail look. The team…

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Nailympia Competitions announces partnership with Premiere Orlando

By Helena Biggs | 25 February 2019

Competition organisation, Nailympia, has partnered with exhibition event, Premiere Orlando, which will brand its nail competitions with Nailympia. The competition will present 10 categories in this first year, held 2-3…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Amanda Byrne, Divine Nails by Amanda Byrne

By Sophie Nutt | 24 February 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Amanda Byrne, of Divine Nails by Amanda Byrne, wears nude French ombré nails with a touch of iridescent foil and…

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Perfect your application with Americanails Faux Kolinsky Acrylic Brushes

By Sophie Nutt | 23 February 2019

Perfect your application skills with the new collection of Faux Kolinsky Acrylic Brushes from Americanails. The brushes see synthetic kolinsky sable bristles and lightweight natural bamboo handles, while offering extra…

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Nail competition tips from champion Anastasiia Morozova

By Kat Hill | 23 February 2019

Thinking of entering The Scratch Stars Awards? Anastasiia Morozova shares her story to inspire and encourage… My students very often ask me how to become an international nail educator. The secret…

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Aftercare advice for bridal clients

By Kat Hill | 23 February 2019

In order for your client to maintain their nail look past the big day, it is important to impart aftercare advice and your product recommendations for use at home. Not…

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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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