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8 must-try almond nail ideas for your next trendsetting manicure

By Lilly Delmage | 16 September 2024

The almond nail; elegant, chic and practical. The universally-loved shape offers the perfect subtle finish, taking inspiration from –  you guessed it – the shape of an almond nut. Characterised…

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Why are E-files & dust collectors so important to nail technicians?

By Katie Barnes | 16 September 2024

As a nail technician, ensuring the quality and safety of your nail services is paramount. Embracing nail tools such as E-files and dust collectors can significantly improve the efficiency and…

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Get Kylie Jenner’s look with this 2024 blackberry nail trend

By Lilly Delmage | 15 September 2024

Kylie Jenner took to Instagram to debut the return of her teal hair, a nod to her previous ‘King Kylie’ era, but fans were distracted by the rich purple hue…

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Leopard Print Nail Trend

Autumn nail trend: 22 leopard print manicures to note

By Lilly Delmage | 14 September 2024

Leopard print nails have always been a fan-favourite amongst nail enthusiasts, but recently the animal-inspired print has been particularly popular. From French tips and nail art, to 3D designs and…

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Countryside manicures: Explore the Cambridgeshire salon offering nail treatments to remote clients

By Lilly Delmage | 13 September 2024

Nail tech, Leia Sarah of Murrow-based salon, Leia Sarah Nail Technician, has opened the doors to her beauty space, which offers nail services to clients seeking a calm environment outside of a city.…

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Celebrity nail art stole the show at the MTV VMAs 2024

By Rebecca Hitchon | 13 September 2024

The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), hosted in New York this week, didn’t just celebrate the biggest names in music: it proved that celebrities are embracing expression through nail art.…

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How to accommodate neurodivergent needs in the nail space

By Rebecca Hitchon | 12 September 2024

Do you know what neurodiversity is? Half of beauty pros identify as neurodivergent and 27% work with a neurodivergent team member, so it’s likely you do. The Brain Charity states:…

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Animal Print Nails

Tired of leopard nails? Nail techs create 50 animal print manicures with a trendy twist: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Lilly Delmage | 12 September 2024

Check out entries to the 11 September 2024 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Animal print with a…

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6 standout nail trends from the New York Fashion Week runway

By Lilly Delmage | 11 September 2024

The spring/summer 2025 beauty and fashion scene is officially underway, with New York Fashion Week flaunting a series of nail trends set to dominate the season. Here’s a round-up of…

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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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