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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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Session nail stylist to open own-name London salon premises

By Helena Biggs | 27 January 2019

Award-winning session nail stylist, Roxanne Campbell, is opening a nail studio in Fulham, London, in February 2019. Located on New King’s Road, a hotspot for high profile shoppers, Roxanne will be delivering luxury nail services for the hands and feet from the premises, which features slick decor, plenty of foliage and decadent…

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Illuminate make-up offerings with HD Brows Brow Highlighter

By Sophie Nutt | 25 January 2019

Brighten your make-up services and retail area with the HD Brows Brow Highlighter. This super creamy pencil is easy to use and blend to sculpt and define the brows. Joining the existing Pink Nude shade in the range, this hue is long lasting and leaves a natural and lifted finish.…

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Galaxy chrome flakes

Create nail designs that are out of this world with iZ Galaxy Chrome Flakes

By Sophie Nutt | 23 January 2019

Add an intergalactic effect to nail designs with the Galaxy Chrome Flake collection from iZ Beauty of London. The arty additions create a multitude of special effects depending on the base nail shade; hinting a chrome effect when layered over white and a multitude of iridescent hues over a dark…

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How to correctly file the natural nail

By Katie Barnes | 22 January 2019

We hear the myth time and time again – ‘Nail enhancements damage the nail’ – but the damage is usually caused by over-filing the natural nail before any nail products have been applied, or by incorrect removal. Over-filing of the natural nail is one of the most common causes of…

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Gelish launches rechargeable LED lamp for nail techs on-the-go

By Helena Biggs | 22 January 2019

Gelish has launched the 18G Unplugged LED light; a curing device that has all the features of Gelish’s LED Light (including Comfort Cure) – yet is ideal for techs on-the-move. Powered by lithium battery, it is rechargeable and has an intelligent Power Assist software – meaning it offers consistent battery…

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Hypoallergenic nail products launched to help reduce risk of allergy

By Helena Biggs | 21 January 2019

Swedish nail brand, Ikon.IQ Nails, has unveiled a range of hypoallergenic nail products to reduce the risk of allergic reactions through nail services. According to the British Association of Dermatologists, the three main nail products ingredients that cause skin contact allergies are HEMA, HPMA and Ethyl Acrylate, so the IKON.IQ…

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