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Studex multi piercing

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 shellac vivid lead 2025

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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Artistic beaute in bloom

Feminine hues prevail in Artistic Nail Design spring collection

By Sophie Nutt | 2 March 2020

Artistic Nail Design has revealed the Beaute’ In Bloom collection just in time for spring 2020. The six-piece collection sees feminine hues inspired by the blooming flowers of the season, with a colour palette of sweet taupe shades accented by pops of pink finishes from sheer to pearl. “I absolutely…

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Peacci spring neons

Command attention with 6 bright nail polish shades from Peacći

By Helena Biggs | 2 March 2020

Six nail shades have been added to Peacći’s nail colour collection, available in polish formula. The punchy hues are ideal for transitioning into spring and summer, and perfect for festival season. The shades are: Fairy Pink Kitten Lemonade Madonna Peach Water Lilly Each lacquer is highly pigmented and boast a…

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Vu glow in the dark

Create glow in the dark nail designs with Gel-ato Gel Polish

By Scratch Staff | 29 February 2020

Get ready to glow with five shades of Gel-ato Glow in the Dark Gel Polish from Vu Nail Systems. UV/LED cured, the shades are used with Gel-ato Base & Top for a durable soak off system. The gel polishes are available in: Pink Orange Green Yellow Coral The shades can also…

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Cuccio universal

Smooth nail ridges with Cuccio Universal Soak-Off Base

By Kat Hill | 27 February 2020

Offer a flawless finish from the start with the Cuccio Universal Soak-Off Base. This thicker base helps smooth ridges and imperfections on the natural nail for seamless Cuccio colour application. LED/UV compatible, the base is also ideal for damaged nails, or client wanting to progress from enhancements to natural nail overlays.…

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Hi brow lamination south korea

Hi Brow Lamination launches in South Korea

By Sophie Nutt | 25 February 2020

The Eyelash Design Company has launched its Hi Brow Lamination treatment in South Korea. Partnering with distributor, Soojin Park – Lash Perfect Korea, the treatment debuted in January at the Sheraton Palace Gangnam in Seoul. Lash Perfect founder, Beverley Piper, general manager, Philip Marsh, and business development manager, Natalie Piper,…

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Beauty2trs tracey shelverton

An online journey around the natural nail unit

By Scratch Staff | 24 February 2020

Scratch puts the spotlight on the esteemed educators at Beauty2trs, the online platform for nail classes… This month:  Tracy Shelverton offers an insight into the natural nail unit About Tracy Tracy’s nail industry passion focuses on the nail itself and on maintaining and improving its integrity – regardless of what…

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