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SELFRIDGES WELCOMES The Hand & Foot Spa

By Helena Biggs | 16 February 2017

Award-winning company, The Hand and Foot Spa, has opened a nail bar in Selfridges, Birmingham. Launched by Donna Haar-Jørgensen in London nine years ago, The Hand and Foot Spa scooped…

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SHIMMY AND SHAKE with Semilac’s new collection

By Kat Hill | 16 February 2017

Clients will be ready to hit the dancefloor with the latest Semilac offering. The Dance Flow collection sees nine new glitter colours in Semilac UV Hybrid formula. The  new shades are…

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MARGARET DABBS unveils trio of new shades

By Kat Hill | 16 February 2017

Nail care brand, Margaret Dabbs London, has added three new nail polish shades to its award-winning range. The new shades are Black Rose, a deep purple-aubergine, Pink Blossom, a sheer pink,…

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THE CREATIVE Beauty Group to enter colleges

By Helena Biggs | 15 February 2017

Kelly Rawlings, the new education emissary for The Creative Beauty Group, is to introduce college students to the company’s different brands. Starting in March, Kelly will be teaching techniques from…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT A Little TLC Studio, Guildford

By Kat Hill | 15 February 2017

With its pretty wallpaper and fresh feel,  A Little TLC Nail Studio in Guildford started life as quite a different environment – one not as welcoming, as owner Tina Campbell…

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NEW DATA reveals most frequently mentioned nail polish brands

By Helena Biggs | 14 February 2017

My Market Insight, a company that offers data, comment and analysis across various media platforms, has revealed which nail brands are featured most in consumer publications. Analysing the print, online…

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An insight into the waterless manicure

By Katie Barnes | 14 February 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, susses out the waterless manicure… The traditional method of dipping your fingers into a bowl of water while getting a manicure has…

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#MANIMONDAY 50 Shades of Grey nail art by Emily Yafai

By Helena Biggs | 13 February 2017

It’s Valentine’s Day tomorrow and not only is it a day to show how much you care for your loved ones, but Fifty Shades Darker hits cinemas! The second in…

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TECH TALK: Siobhan Galloway

By Helena Biggs | 13 February 2017

Home-based nail tech, Siobhan Galloway, details her love for the job and the impact that social media has had on her business.  When and why did you choose to become…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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