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Plum perfect: 38 purple nail designs & products to get your creative juices flowing

By Jess Watts | 23 August 2025

According to WGSN’s Global Colour Forecast, purple is set to be a big hit. The report states: “Purple is a culturally emotive colour with links to royalty, love, mystery and spirituality.” Enter plum: a universally loved fruit and stunning nail shade. Plum is incredibly versatile; the hue can be worn…

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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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Create out-of-this-world nail designs with Amy G Galaxy collection

By Sophie Nutt | 23 October 2019

The Edge Nails has revealed the new Galaxy collection from the Amy G Nail Art range. The Galaxy collection allows techs to create eye-catching, edgy nail art with three themed ranges: Galaxy Mirror Powders, Crushed Foils and Tinsel Foils. Galaxy Mirror Powders Can be applied to a non-wipe gel top…

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Halo twas the night

Halo releases 12 dazzling shades for party-perfect nail designs

By Helena Biggs | 21 October 2019

Pure Nails has launched 12 new additions to the Halo Gel Polish range – and the glittering shades are perfect for the festive and party season. The ‘Twas The Night collection sees a super sparkly fine glitter polish formula in a pot, in hues including Sugar Plum, Gift and Sleigh…

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New York inspires Gel II colour collection

By Sophie Nutt | 19 October 2019

Gel II has launched its New York collection, just in time for the new season. The eight-piece gel polish collection comprises a range of on-trend shades to transport clients to the Big Apple, from a sparkling midnight black to a bright orange hue. Aptly named, the Gel II New York…

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Countdown to Christmas with Elemis 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar

By Kat Hill | 19 October 2019

Countdown to the Christmas with Elemis’ 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar. The calendar features 25 skincare treats from a variety of Elemis product lines, with the final gift being a full-size jar of the bestselling Pro-Collagen Marine Cream. Gidts include Pro-Collagen Hydra Gel Eye Masks and Rose Facial Oil,…

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Lash Perfect launch Ultimate Pro Adhesive System

By Sophie Nutt | 18 October 2019

Lash Perfect has revealed the Ultimate Pro Adhesive System for the application of eyelash extensions. Ultimate Pro is a specialist three-step system for the quick and effective application of eyelash extensions boasting longer lasting retention and low odour. The three steps include Ultimate Pro Speed It!, Bond It! and Cure…

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Add sparkle to nail designs with Lecenté autumn collection

By Kat Hill | 15 October 2019

Lecenté has revealed its autumn collection, seeing six new sparkling glitter and four new foils. The new glittery additions join Lecenté’s popular Multi Glitz category. Some also feature shapes, such as hearts and stars, to add a sparkling addition to manis. New glitters include: Angel Bombshell Darling Dollface Love Bug…

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