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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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French pedicure

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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Speakeasy style pedicure room for gents opens in London

By Helena Biggs | 22 November 2018

A gentleman’s pedicure room has opened in London – offer a menu of manicure and pedicure treatments ‘for the modern man’. Located in a speakeasy-style space at the back of Sharps Barber & Shop on Windmill Street, Aldwyn & Sons was founded out of a desire to make men feel…

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Moroccantan bronze + highlight gift set

Gift clients a Christmas glow with MoroccanTan sets

By Sophie Nutt | 21 November 2018

MoroccanTan has revealed three Christmas gift sets ideal for retailing to clients seeking a natural-looking winter glow. With Christmas and New Year parties just around the corner, be there for when clients need an at-home solution to a sunless tan that looks natural. These MoroccanTan gift sets can also act…

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Katie Barnes on… preventing burns from flammable nail products

By Katie Barnes | 20 November 2018

With such an increased report in allergies and accidents occurring with nail products from not just home users, but ‘professional’ nail technicians, I believe that there needs to be a call for better education on the situation. Creating beautiful nails is an art but one of the most forgotten and…

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Seche toppers

Sparkle this season with Seche

By Kat Hill | 20 November 2018

Transform lacquer tones with the three special effect topcoats in Seche’s Special Effects Toppers collection. Quick drying and versatile, the collection sees: Holographic Effect a super shimmery Glitter Effect Opal Effect – an iridescent finish Working perfectly with Seche Vite or Seche Vive Top Coats, the polishes can be used alone or over any…

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Embrace Glitz & Glam Christmas designs with Leighton Denny Expert Nails

By Sophie Nutt | 19 November 2018

Create colour cocktails this season with The Glitz & The Glam Christmas collection from Leighton Denny Expert Nails. The collection sees two gift sets containing two complimentary nail polishes: a SnowGlobe Effect Topcoat and complementary classic shade. Making for a beautiful nail look when used on their own or a…

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Nsi essentials

Simplify enhancements with the new NSI Essentials range

By Helena Biggs | 19 November 2018

NSI has unveiled its Essentials range; a new line of products designed to simplify nail enhancement application and cater to client needs. The new range reveals: Bond Enhancer – A Ph Balancer to be used for those clients who are prone to lifting. This replaces the brand’s current Bond enhancer. Bond –…

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