PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS

KISS x WICKED

KISS launches magical nail & lash collection inspired by Wicked: For Good

By Jess Watts | 26 August 2025

KISS Products, Inc. is casting a glamorously wicked spell over beauty lovers with the release of a Wicked-inspired collection. Fantastical press-on nails and fabulous false eyelashes exude the magic of Oz, transporting users over the rainbow. The 16-piece limited-edition collection, available across KISS Nails, FALSCARA and imPRESS, is inspired by…

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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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Premier software

Premier Software reveals cloud-based solution

By Kat Hill | 19 January 2019

Premier Software has relaunched its new cloud-based scheduling solution: SalonLite. Designed specifically for the hair and beauty industry, its key features include simple scheduling, staff and client management, at-a-glance reporting and Dropbox integration. Paid subscriptions also have access to features that include stock management, reoccurring and linked appointments, point of sale,…

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Halo acrylic pro starter kit

Create slick enhancements with Pure Nails Halo Acrylic range

By Sophie Nutt | 18 January 2019

Offer natural-looking enhancements with the Halo Acrylic range from Pure Nails, designed with the busy tech in mind. The new Halo Acrylic range affords slick, natural-looking enhancements that can be crafted at a speed that suits you. All products have been manufactured in the UK and developed in conjunction with…

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Party extreme uv led lamp

Party and perfect nail looks with Crystal Nails Extreme Party Lamp

By Sophie Nutt | 18 January 2019

Take a party with you when you’re perfecting your clients’ nails with the Crystal Nails UV/LED Extreme Party Lamp. Featuring inbuilt Bluetooth connection, you can stream music to fit your desired ambience while you cure in the 36W lamp. The lamp also features a motion sensor and and inner magnetic…

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Trio of Kolinsky brushes revealed by INK London

By Kat Hill | 18 January 2019

INK London has revealed a trio of new Super Kolinsky brushes. Design to perfectly pair with the brand’s Acrylink system, the three new brushes will be available in: size 8 (A8 Golden Pearl Series) size 10 (A10 Golden Pearl Series) A size 14 (A14) joins the other two, but is bigger in…

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Asp in control gel

Stay in control of gel nail services with ASP product

By Helena Biggs | 17 January 2019

ASP has revealed In Control, an extra thick viscosity sculpting gel that does not slump or self level. Odour free, it stays where you put it on the nail so you the nail pro can sculpt or overlay in their own time for best results. Boasting the strength and control…

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Candy coat

Top up your tool kit with Candy Coat

By Kat Hill | 12 January 2019

Top up your tekking kit with Candy Coat’s range of nail care tools. Made from stainless steel, the range sees a variety tool for nail services. Available in a Candy Coat’s iconic pink colouring, the tool are also available in luxurious gold and rainbow effect colour ways. The range sees three…

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