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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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Marvelash

Personalise lash looks with new Marvelash styles from Salon System

By Sophie Nutt | 7 September 2018

Offer an oh-so personalised look for your lash extensions services and extend your variations with four new Marvelash styles from Salon System. Perfect for every individual request, the styles include… Marvelash Russian 0.07 C & D Double Layer: A double layer of Russian C & D curl lashes that allows…

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Halo prep & scrub

Perfect your prep-work with with Halo Prep & Scrub

By Kat Hill | 7 September 2018

Ensure your services start right by adding the new Halo Prep & Scrub bottle size to your kit. Owning to popular demand, Halo has launched the air-dry prep liquid in a new, larger size. Featuring a sweet, fruity orange and mango scent, use to prep the nail plate properly before a Halo…

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Artistic serves up hot palette of nail shades for AW18

By Helena Biggs | 6 September 2018

From sassy to spicy and with a little bit of sauce, Artistic Nail Design has presented six versatile nail shades in its Caution: Extremely Hot collection for autumn/winter. The tasteful crèmes include a dark blue, dark red and green iridescent, each designed to complement one another, and each available in…

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Offer nude shades to suit with Orly’s The New Neutral collection

By Sophie Nutt | 6 September 2018

Inspired by the seasonal transition into autumn, the latest shades from Orly serve up nude hues for individual client taste. Boasting a palette of muted brick red, earthy rose pink and dusty olive green shades, the collection is available in two formulas – nail lacquer and Gel FX – depending…

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Katie Barnes on…how to prevent allergies

By Katie Barnes | 4 September 2018

Concerns have been mounting over the number of tech allergies being reported from using nail products. It’s so important to address your working practice and products to prevent this from disrupting your career and causing further pain. An allergy builds up over time from overexposure of repetitive skin contact with…

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Opi prostay base coat

Offer extended weartime with new OPI ProStay Base Coat

By Kat Hill | 4 September 2018

OPI has unveiled a new base coat for its Infinite Shine system, helping to extend wear time for clients. The OPI ProStay Primer Base Coat boasts new technology and is formulated for optimum sticking power. The base coat can be used with the Infinite Shine range of colours and Gloss Top…

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