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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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Bio Sculpture Evo launches two new bases

By Sophie Nutt | 10 March 2020

After five years in development, Bio Sculpture Evo has added two new bases to it’s range; Flex and Contour. Evo Flex Base Gel Ideal for short, normal or soft nails Boasts exceptional adhesive properties for long wear Ideal for building the upper arch Cures in 60 seconds Low odour Can…

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How to take nail art designs to the next level

By Scratch Staff | 9 March 2020

Scratch puts the spotlight on the esteemed educators at Beauty2trs, the online platform for nail classes… This month:  Nancy Janssen reveals how to elevate nail artistry About Nancy Nancy’s nail career started in around 2011, and she claims to have been ‘living and breathing nails’ ever since. She has scooped various podium…

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Animal charities supported by sales of The Gel Bottle’s spring nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 9 March 2020

Gel polish brand, The Gel Bottle Inc, is donating proceeds from the sale of its spring 2020 Animalia nail colour collection to selected animal charities. Animalia welcomes nine shades, each inspired by endangered animals or eco issues. Hues include a pastel yellow, Queen Bee, and pearlescent green Amur. “We love…

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Light elegance desert dreams

Indulge clients in 6 Buttercream gel nail shades for spring

By Zoe Wickens | 7 March 2020

Light Elegance has welcomed six stunning shades to its Buttercream gel collection. The Buttercream formula offers one-coat application, and the six shades make up the Desert Dreams collection for spring 2020. Inspired by the Arizona desert and the array of colours found in its landscape, the shades are: Tumbleweed: A…

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Add strength & length to nails with JimmyGel by Light Elegance

By Helena Biggs | 6 March 2020

Create strong yet flexible nail extensions with the handy building brush gel, JimmyGel, from Light Elegance. Formulated by and named after Light Elegance owner & head chemist, Jim McConnell, the clear formula can be used under both soak-off gel polish and hard gel products. This offers the chance of 4+…

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Beautylab amethyst roller

Revitalise skin with BeautyLab facial roller

By Zoe Wickens | 4 March 2020

BeautyLab has introduced a dual-ended amethyst crystal facial roller to its luxurious skincare range. The amethyst crystal facial roller, handcrafted from natural amethyst crystal and described by the brand as ‘the ultimate jewel in the crown of any age-defying skincare routine’, helps to revitalise complexions, promote circulation and reduce puffiness.…

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