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Multiple ear piercing: the beauty trend for 2025 & how to offer in the salon

By Guest Writer | 2 May 2025

Piercing equipment and training provider, Studex, shares information about three multi piercing techniques… “With multiple ear piercings becoming one of the biggest beauty trends of 2025, Studex is offering guidance on new piercing techniques, exclusive to Studex Piercing Partners,” says a spokesperson for the brand. “Not only are multi piercings…

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CND™ extends SHELLAC™ line with 7 ‘Vivid’ shades to elevate nail artistry

By Helena Biggs | 1 May 2025

Are you craving a nail product formula that’s ideal for detailed linework, smooth to apply and streak-free? Consider adding CND™’s SHELLAC™ Vivid range to your collection: seven intensely pigmented and bold primary and secondary shades. Building on its longstanding commitments to supporting creative expression and nailcare, CND™ has introduced the…

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French pedicure

How to nail the French tip pedicure

By Katie Barnes | 20 April 2025

Katie Clark, award-winning nail tech & founder of Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education, answers questions about perfecting the French pedi… How big should the French tips be? A French tip should mimic the natural free edge of the nail. Estimate how long the client will wait between appointments, plus…

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Waxing in the summer months: points to note

By Guest Writer | 13 August 2020

Anjula Thakar, waxing expert & Salon System educator, shares her advice for a smooth wax service in the summer season… Pre-treatment If your clients would like super smooth hair free skin for up to 14 days ensure that your clients prepare the area of the body to be waxed efficiently…

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Nail buddy

Keep nail tools & bottles secure with Nail Buddy

By Helena Biggs | 13 August 2020

Do you have a habit of knocking bottles of nail polish or gel polish over while you work? Help prevent mishaps with the handy Nail Buddy. Designed by beauty therapist, Suzie Sturge in 2011, the Nail Buddy sits atop a desk or between your knees and securely holds bottles of…

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Saint nails brand

Behind The Brand: Discover the heavenly duo behind Saint Nails

By Helena Biggs | 12 August 2020

With an inherent passion for nails and close friends in the nail business, Alison Jeans was inspired to set up her own brand, offering products for pros that would meet all the needs she desired as a consumer. Working with her husband, Matt, the duo launched Saint Nails in 2016…

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Festival of lights pure nails

Pure Nails looks to the Festival of Lights for autumn nail colour collection

By Kat Hill | 11 August 2020

Inspired by the bright lights and dark nights of the upcoming autumnal season, Pure Nails has revealed its latest collection of six new Halo Gel Polish shades. Available to purchase soon, the Festival of Lights collection takes inspiration from the mesmerising beauty of mandalas. The new gel polish shades include:…

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Opi muse of milan

OPI celebrates the culture of Milan with 12-piece autumn nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 11 August 2020

OPI has sought inspiration from Italy’s cultural and fashion capital, Milan, for its autumn 2020 nail colour shades. The 12-piece Muse of Milan collection is available in three formulas; Nail Lacquer, Infinite Shine and GelColor, depending on the desired wear time. “For more than two decades, OPI has taken women…

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NAF! Stuff launches Safe, Happy Hands range

By Kat Hill | 10 August 2020

NAF! Stuff has developed a pocket-friendly sanitising hand care range that’s both easy to use and kind to skin. Created by the NAF! Salon team, the range sees a Hydrating Hand Care Mist and an antibacterial Hand Sanitiser Spray. The Hand Sanitiser Spray sees an uplifting mint and eucalyptus scent with 62%…

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