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Scratch Stars winner teams up with Crystal Parade for nail art collection

By Helena Biggs | 11 August 2017

She had her work featured on the front cover of July’s Scratch magazine and scooped her second Scratch Star for Polish & Paint Artist of the Year in the same…

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Morgan Taylor new collection see six sultry shades

By Kat Hill | 11 August 2017

Inspired by the spirit of Spain, Morgan Taylor Professional Nail Lacquer has unveiled its seasonal collection – Matadora. The collection sees six new sexy shades: I’m Drawing a Blanco –…

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Direct Line for Business reveals best value cities for beauty treatments

By Helena Biggs | 10 August 2017

Small business insurer, Direct Line for Business, has analysed 12 major cities in the UK to explore which offers the best value treatments. Choosing to assess the cost of a…

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COURSE BITES: Introduction to IBX with Louella Belle

By Kat Hill | 10 August 2017

Course Details: This class is designed for professionals who regularly work with gel polish or for manicurists with an interest in natural nail care. The course looks at the benefits of IBX…

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Create ombrés with ease thanks to INK LONDON

By Kat Hill | 10 August 2017

INK London has revealed one of its latest additions to its range of brushes. The El Hombre brush is designed to create the perfect ombré. The golden pearl brush can be used…

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Beauty expert to assist ABT in building services for members

By Helena Biggs | 8 August 2017

Insurance provider, ABT, has appointed beauty editor, Melissa Dennis, and Creative Apostrophe, to help strengthen its communications strategy to benefit members. ABT has over 12,000 members across the UK. Alongside…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Shannen Parry

By Kat Hill | 8 August 2017

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Shannen Parry has found iridescent flakes – or ‘unicorn flakes’ – have been popular with her clients. “The unicorn…

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Perfect your prep with NSI

By Kat Hill | 7 August 2017

The ideal prep products, the NSI Bond Enhancer nail ph Balancer works to enhance the bond of any nail service and balance the nails’ PH levels. Great for clients with lifting…

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Get going with All That Jazz

By Kat Hill | 5 August 2017

Get your nail services started with the All That Jazz Complete Manicure & Pedicure Kit. Available in three scents, Apple Cucumber, Captivate or Chocolate Orange, the comprehensive kit is great for techs on 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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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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