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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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OPI collaborates with award-winning nail pro on mani/pedi essentials range

By Helena Biggs | 14 April 2025

Following the launch of the Katie Barnes X OPI branded E-file in 2024, the two companies have announced a second collaboration: a range of nail and cuticle tools and E-file bits. Katie Clark (née Barnes), a multi award-winning nail pro & educator, founded Katie Barnes Tool Range in 2017 to…

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OPI teams up with Converse for summer collection

By Kat Hill | 1 June 2019

OPI has announced its bold new collection for summer 2019, in collaboration with footwear company, Converse. Seeing six new summer bright nail tones, the collection also see colour-matched Converse One Star slides and Chuck Taylor All Star Hi and Ox trainers – all inspired by electronic dance music. New nail…

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OPI x Converse: A Colourful Collaboration

By Kat Hill | 30 May 2019

The Scratch team was lucky enough to receive an invite to one of the brightest events this season. OPI has teamed up with footwear company, Converse, to reveal a new, collaborative nail and footwear collection. With six new summer bright nail tones, the launch sees colour-matched Converse One Star slides…

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Boost retail offerings with Jane Iredale Limited Edition Lip Kits

By Sophie Nutt | 28 May 2019

Jane Iredale has released the final phase of this year’s spring collection, seeing three new shades of PureGloss Lip Gloss. Ideal for achieving that fresh spring look, the new additions comprise of sheer tints of coral and pink: Blossom – hot pink Pink Glacé – sheer cool pink with shimmer…

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Halo Gel Polish seeks inspo from Paris for pastel nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 27 May 2019

Inspired by the chic sophistication of France’s capital city, Pure Nails has launched six stunning pastel hues in its popular Halo Gel Polish formula. Offering a wear time of up to three weeks, the La Parisienne collection features a combination of sheer and pearl finishes. Ideal used alone as an…

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Cuccio welcomes summer with Heatwave nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 26 May 2019

Get set for summer with eight colourful new nail shades from Cuccio. The Heatwave collection is available in both Cuccio Colour (lacquer) and Cuccio Veneer (gel polish) and features a selection of brights; ideal for welcoming the warmer season and to promote to clients heading on holiday. Create punchy nail…

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Navy Pro releases curved manicure multi tool

By Sophie Nutt | 25 May 2019

Navy Professional has released Doris – a curved manicure multi tool. The tool has been designed for multi-use during nail prep and art for both manicures and pedicures, the soft curved blade aims to remove non-living tissue from the nail plate with ease. Doris has a unique titanium coating, which…

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