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Scarlett Senter Embellishments

7 tips for working with nail embellishments

By Scratch Staff | 16 August 2025

Adorning nails with 3D embellishments adds dimension to designs, allowing you to transform plain styles into striking looks. 7 nail stylists offer adhesion and application advice… Lead nail tips by Scarlett Senter (@scarlett_senternailartist). 1. “Practice wearing embellished designs on your own nails, as this will help you to learn a…

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L&p nail enhancements, safe removal

How to remove L&P acrylic nail enhancements safely

By Jess Watts | 15 August 2025

Whilst it is tempting to try remove nail enhancements as quickly as possible, correct removal requires professional attention to prevent damage to the natural nail. Here’s how it should be done… Each type of nail enhancement requires a specific method of removal, and the time this takes varies. While UV…

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left handed nail tech katie barnes

Left-handed nail tech? Here’s how to adapt your tool kit

By Katie Barnes | 13 August 2025

It is assumed that when working left-handed, you just work the opposite way. But if you are leftie, you will know this is a myth. The majority of the population is right-handed, and so the majority of nail products and techniques are tailored to right-handed techs. Having to adapt to…

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Just wax expert advanced hot wax cream

Just Wax Advanced Hot Wax Cream launches for a gentle service

By Sophie Nutt | 23 September 2020

Salon System has added a new product to its Just Wax Expert range; Advanced Hot Wax Cream, ideal for those clients flying off on a last-minute summer holiday. Suitable for in-salon and mobile usage, the Advanced Hot Wax Cream offers therapists a high quality, affordable waxing solution in a cream…

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Zoya gelie cure

Remedy damaged nails with Zoya Gelie-Cure

By Sophie Nutt | 23 September 2020

Zoya has launched Gelie-Cure – a three-step system to treat and protect damaged nails. What’s more, the system creates an ideal foundation for colour application, boasting a smooth finish. Comprising Rescue Serum, Repair Base and Naked Gelie, the system is an addition to Zoya’s Naked Manicure range for natural nails.…

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Yours fantastic fall

Elevate autumnal nail art with :Yours Fantastic Fall collection

By Sophie Nutt | 22 September 2020

:Yours has launched its Fantastic Fall collection, including three new double-sided stamping plates, five stamping polishes and five sparkly nail pigments. Featuring on-trend shades and autumnal art, the collection is ideal for creating seasonal nail looks easily. The range comprises: :Yours Fantastic Fall Stamping Plates These three double-sided stamping plates…

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Naf stuff cuticle pens

Pink Grapefruit cuticle oil joins NAF! Stuff Pro collection

By Alex Fox | 21 September 2020

NAF! Stuff Pro has added the punchy Pink Grapefruit scent to its range of cuticle oils. A mood balancing and stress reducing scent, this zingy, citrus aroma is available in a handbag-friendly 3.5ml pen; the perfect addition to any nail tech’s retail offering. Its uplifting and refreshing fragrance is also…

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Mad beauty x friends

Be retail-ready with Mad Beauty Friends collection

By Sophie Nutt | 21 September 2020

Marking 25 years after the iconic TV programme first aired, Mad Beauty has teamed up with Warner Brothers to create a Friends-themed beauty gifting range. The range sees a variety of retail-ready products, including: Wearable Lip Balm – this moisturising lip balm can be pinned onto clothes to be worn as…

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Indigo nails guilty

Complement autumn looks with Indigo Nails’ 9-piece Guilty gel polish collection

By Helena Biggs | 21 September 2020

Indigo Nails Lab has unveiled its autumn 2020 gel polish collection, Guilty. Designed for self-confident, active women, the Guilty range features nine diverse nail shades for a bold finish to complement seasonal looks. Available as a complete collection or individually from 25 September 2020, the shades include the hot red…

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