PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS

Jessica Cosmetics nail brand

Gerrard International acquires Jessica Cosmetics nail brand

By Rebecca Hitchon | 11 December 2025

Nail and beauty distributor & training provider, Gerrard International, has announced its acquisition of Jessica Cosmetics. The Hertfordshire-based company, founded by manicurist, Susan Gerrard, and her late husband, Ian, has been leading Jessica Cosmetics’ UK arm for the past 35 years, helping to make it the nailcare brand’s most successful…

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What are rings of fire on nails & how can they be avoided?

By Jess Watts | 7 December 2025

Red rings or semicircles that appear on the nail – often referred to as ‘rings of fire’ – can strike fear into the hearts of nail techs and clients alike, but what causes them and how can they be avoided? “Rings of fire appear as red rings on the nail…

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ÜLKA nail brand spotlight

The Ukrainian nail brand on a mission to make nail techs’ work safer

By Alex Fox | 5 December 2025

Standing tall for 2025, Ukrainian manufacturing brand, ÜLKA, sponsored Nailympia London to demonstrate how it’s serious about redefining what a nail technician’s workspace should be. Since 2017, the brand has championed a simple yet powerful belief: a nail station must feel like a sanctuary, not a place that harms the…

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Jane Iredale HandDrink

Care for hands with Jane Iredale HandDrink

By Sophie Nutt | 6 July 2018

Jane Iredale has revealed the HandDrink Hand Cream, offering to protect and hydrate skin. Rich in antioxidants, the cream is lemongrass-scented and contains SPF 15 broad-spectrum sunscreen – also boasting a non-greasy formula. Lemongrass oils aim to refresh and revive skin while the liposomal encapsulated apple extract brightens and evens…

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Be retail ready with the Flirties Brow Design Retail Kit

By Kat Hill | 6 July 2018

Are you ready to retail? Flirties has revealed the Brow Design Retail Kit, a complete pack of products to get you started. The special designed brow retail pack allows professionals to retail Flirties products to clients. The kit sees a variety of products, in various colour options, including: Flirties Brow…

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Enhance manicures with INK London Cover Flubber

By Sophie Nutt | 5 July 2018

Give a warm welcome to Cover Flubber – a base coat and builder in one. Originally designed for use with INK London’s iLac in order to offer the ultimate in chip prevention and adhesion, it can also be used to extend the nail length. Boasting maximum strength and the ability…

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Jane Iredale hydration

Freshen up beauty routines with Jane Iredale Lemongrass Hydration Spray

By Sophie Nutt | 4 July 2018

Offering to put a citrusy kick in any beauty routine, Jane Iredale has released the Lemongrass Hydration Spray. Featuring a light lemony scent and natural, organic ingredients, the spray promises to re-energise the skin and the spirit. The spray is also a handy size for a client’s tote bag, car…

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Lash FX Foaming Lash Cleanser

Care for lashes with Lash FX Foaming Lash Cleanser

By Sophie Nutt | 2 July 2018

Remove eye make-up and cleanse the eye area without causing damage to eyelash extensions with the Lash FX Foaming Lash Cleanser. Ideal for extension-wearers to help care for lashes in between appointments, the foaming cleanser offers to keep lash extensions looking fabulous for as long as possible. The gentle oil-free…

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Kure bazaar cuticle oil

Boost nail health with new organic cuticle oil from Kure Bazaar

By Kat Hill | 1 July 2018

Kure Bazaar has unveiled a new addition to its range of nail care products. The Organic Cuticle Oil  sees a blend of 10 oils, including argan, onagre, borage, hemp, cameline, hazelnut, sweet almond and infusion of rosa damascene. The brand states the oil boasts a formula that is 100% organic…

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