PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS

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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Footlogix retail

Be retail-ready with Footlogix kits

By Kat Hill | 3 July 2020

Ideal for retailing to clients, Louella Belle has introduced two new Footlogix retail kits. Each pack sees two home care products stored in a handy zip bag for storage. The kits see: Smooth & Fresh – including Rough Skin Formula 125ml and the Shoe Fresh Deodorant 125ml. Day & Night…

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Crystal clear skin booster

Aid skin woes with Crystal Clear Skin Booster Shots

By Sophie Nutt | 3 July 2020

Crystal Clear has launched the new Skin Booster Shot range, featuring three Skin Booster serums to target specific skin issues. Ideal for retailing to clients or incorporating into in-salon facials to provide a bespoke treatment, the range includes: Pollution Defence Pollution Defence contains actives and vitamin C, acting as a…

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Kaeso protect range

Cleanse & refresh with Kaeso Protect range

By Kat Hill | 3 July 2020

Refresh skin with the Kaeso Protect range of anti-bacterial cleansers. Formulated with 70% alcohol in line with Public Health England’s guidelines, the range is ideal for santising skin prior to treatment or around the salon. The products also see a blend of essential oils including bergamot and lemongrass to soothe. Featuring…

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Magpie full on tips

Speed up services with Magpie Beauty Full On Tips

By Kat Hill | 3 July 2020

Magpie Beauty has revealed its line of Full On Tips designed to offer professionals an express enhancement service. Available in almond and tapered square shapes, the clear tips can be used in acrylic, gel or acrygel services, with the colour coat applied over the top. The tips are made from ABS…

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Ink london neon gel paints

Create on-trend artistry with INK London neon-effect Gel Paints

By Sophie Nutt | 1 July 2020

INK London has revealed its neon-effect Gel Paint range: Neon Team. The collection features seven highly pigmented neon-effect paints including Blue, Green, Hot Pink, Orange, Pink, Purple and Yellow. INK London No Wipe Colour Gel Paint is a UV/LED curable hard (file off) gel without a tacky layer that can…

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Gelish mtv switch on color collection

Amp up nail designs with Gelish MTV Switch On Color Collection

By Kat Hill | 1 July 2020

Gelish & Morgan Taylor are turning up the volume with the Switch On Color Collection. In collaboration with pop-culture power- house, MTV, the range sees six new vibrant summer shades with a luminous shimmer finish. The summery hues are available in Morgan Taylor Lacquer, Gelish Soak-Off Gel Polish and Gelish…

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