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COURSE BITES: Nail Gaga 3D Art & Design

By Kat Hill | 24 August 2017

Course Details: This 1 day course teaches you the beginnings of 3D art & design. Starting with simple techniques we will show you how to create 3D flowers, bows and other embellishments,…

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Go platinum with NovaLash

By Kat Hill | 22 August 2017

Instantly water and oil proof, NovaLash’s Platinum Bond adhesives are sure to prove popular in the salon. Thanks to NovaLash, clients can immediately shower, swim and enjoy the steam room or sauna…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Kass Dixon

By Kat Hill | 22 August 2017

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Kass Dixon has found chameleon pigments have been popular with clients seeking a shimmery summer look. “Chameleon pigments have been…

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Gel polish fading? Here’s how to prevent it

By Katie Barnes | 22 August 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, reveals why gel polish can fade in the summer – and how to help prevent it Many techs are familiar with…

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High Definition announces new training manager for brows & make-up

By Helena Biggs | 21 August 2017

Experienced beauty pro, Rose Lonsdale, has been announced as High Definition‘s new training manager. She joins the brow and make-up brand with a wealth of commercial, beauty and education experience. Rose…

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Turn up the heat with Jessica’s Neon Lights GELeration collection

By Helena Biggs | 20 August 2017

Wave goodbye to miserable weather and add a pop of colour to nails with seven additions to Jessica’s GELeration soak off gel polish colour collection. The vibrant hues are sure…

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Lecenté reveals Pink and White Ombré Powders

By Kat Hill | 19 August 2017

Lecenté has unveiled a beautiful way to create the baby boomer or faded French style. Available through Sweet Squared, the two new super finely milled opalescent powder can be blended to…

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NSI and SpaRituals unveil new collection

By Kat Hill | 19 August 2017

Embrace the nude nail trend with SpaRitual’s autumn/winter collection – Exhale. Available from NSI UK, the collection sees five new colours and a 2-in-1 treatment polish. The palette includes chic pink,…

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Liverpool named fake tan capital of the UK

By Kat Hill | 17 August 2017

A new report has dubbed Liverpool as the fake tan capital of the UK. Online hair and beauty retailer Hairtrade.com  looked at which cities stocked up on tanning products. Check out…

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iconic.25 by Vagaro

Vagaro, the business software for the salon, spa and wellness industries, is excited to announce the return of iconic.25. The…

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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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