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Studex multi piercing

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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Ink london top flubber rubber top coat

Offer strength and durability with INK London Rubber Top Coat

By Kat Hill | 30 October 2018

INK London has revealed Top Flubber Rubber Top Coat Providing strength and a super shiny finish, the top coat has been designed to offer strength and longevity. Its formula claims to also help to absorb the shock from the daily wear and tear, making it ideal for heavy handed clients. The top coat has…

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Payot

Protect skin with Payot’s Blue Techni Liss range

By Helena Biggs | 29 October 2018

Skin and body care brand, Payot, has launched a range of products to help combat the effects of blue light on the skin. Its research has shown that blue light from screens impacts on sleeping patterns, with the body feeling less difference between day and night. This in turn can…

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Cure at speed with the Light Elegance LEDdot

By Scratch Staff | 27 October 2018

Light Elegance UK has unveiled the LEDdot, a cute, handy powerhouse that’s smaller than the LEDPlus+ with exceptional cure for Light Elegance UK products. It features a 100% reflective interior with removable base place that’s ideal for pedi curing, and has powerful 36W output. What’s more, the 120-second setting has…

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Hive lash tint pack

Open your eyes to extra profit with Hive

By Kat Hill | 27 October 2018

Prep for the busy party season and see a greater profit margin with a helping hand from Hive. The brand has revealed extra value Lash Tint Packs available for a limited time only. Offering the pro a greater profit margin, the specially priced packs see three 20ml tubes and are…

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Take a trip to the movies with new Calgel and iZ PRO Colour collection

By Kat Hill | 26 October 2018

Embrace the romantic nostalgia of the silver screen with the latest collection from Calgel and iZ PRO Colour. Available via Izabelle Hammond Ltd in both formulas, the At the Movies collection sees a range of retro-inspired shades including: Back Seat – burnt red/orange with a solid finish. Drive-In – medium purple/mauve with…

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Dame Kelly Holmes helps open Tonbridge salon owned by twins

By Helena Biggs | 25 October 2018

Identical twin sisters, Nicola Simpson and Maria Hammond, celebrated the launch of their second salon premises, Tipz N Toez, with Dame Kelly Holmes and around 200 guests. The retired athlete cut the ribbon to mark the official opening of the new salon on Tonbridge High Street, Kent. The move marks…

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