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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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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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CND™ Nail Lab to make its mark at new Urban Retreat flagship

By Scratch Staff | 6 June 2019

Urban Retreat is set to open its new Knightsbridge flagship, The White House, in July, with CND™ as the brand of choice for nail services. The five-storey salon will feature the CND™ Nail Lab; a luxe destination where Londoners and tourists can go to experience CND™’s extensive colour offerings and…

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Spa at South Lodge partners with Gerrard International

By Sophie Nutt | 5 June 2019

This spring the Exclusive Hotels & Venues portfolio, including Pennyhill Park Hotel & Spa, announced the opening of the Spa at South Lodge near Horsham. For a number of years, Pennyhill Park Hotel & Spa has been a flagship spa for Gerrard International’s portfolio of products, and now the Spa…

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Stay on trend for summer with ASP Neon POP collection

By Sophie Nutt | 4 June 2019

Sally Salon Services has announced it has launched four new ASP Neon Quick-Dip Acrylic Powders. Introducing a range of fun, eye-popping shades for you and your clients, the ASP Neon POP collection includes: Electrifying Yellow Orange Disco Omg Pink Rude (coral) Ideal for festivals, holidays and summertime occasions, the vibrant…

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Light Elegance LEDdot Lamp now available via Sweet Squared

By Kat Hill | 4 June 2019

Designed to be ‘smaller, cuter and offering better curing’, the new Light Elegance LEDdot is now available to purchase via Sweet Squared. The LEDdot is exclusive to Light Elegance and was developed by co-Founder Jim McConnell, incorporating the latest dual-wavelength LED technologies. Thanks to an increased number of LED emitters, the lamp…

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Lecente summer

Add sparkle & shine to nails with Lecenté’s summer collection

By Helena Biggs | 3 June 2019

Funk up fingertips (and toes!) this summer with the striking new range of nail art glitters and foils from Lecenté. Use sparingly for subtle sparkly effects or go all-out this summer with full coverage foil; the opportunities are endless! The eight-piece collection features six new foils, one new glitter and…

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Enhance a mani service with Deborah Mitchell Vanilla Pod Hand, Nail & Face Cream

By Sophie Nutt | 1 June 2019

Heaven Skincare by Deborah Mitchell has released a sweet-smelling Hand, Nail and Face Cream for every client need. Ideal as a luxury add-on to a manicure service, or to retail to clients for at-home indulgence, the cream boasts an aroma of vanilla and coconut. The sumptuous cream is gentle enough…

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