PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS
7 tips for working with nail embellishments
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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How to remove L&P acrylic nail enhancements safely
Whilst it is tempting to try remove nail enhancements as quickly as possible, correct removal requires professional attention to prevent damage to the natural nail. Here’s how it should be done… Each type of nail enhancement requires a specific method of removal, and the time this takes varies. While UV…
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Left-handed nail tech? Here’s how to adapt your tool kit
It is assumed that when working left-handed, you just work the opposite way. But if you are leftie, you will know this is a myth. The majority of the population is right-handed, and so the majority of nail products and techniques are tailored to right-handed techs. Having to adapt to…
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Offering a base coat and builder gel all in one, INK London has revealed Fluid Rubber Gel. Designed for use with iLac to aid chip prevention and adhesion, the new gel can also be used to extend nail. Soak off, the gel is both UV and LED curable. According to the…
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Offer manicures with a mirror-shine finish with OPI’s eight Chrome Effects powders. Each powder offers a long-wear time, making the finish a perfect add-on service to offer to clients. The collection includes hues Mixed Metal, Blue “Plate” Special, Pay Me in Rubies, Amethyst Made the Short List, Tin Man Can, Gold…
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ASP has revealed its new Power Set Acrylic Powder system. Quick setting and easy to apply, the new system boasts strength, clarity with a durable, no-lift formulation. Great for both sculpture or tip overlay services, the powder was engineered with molecular technology for maximum retention of the product to the…
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Add shimmer and glimmer to winter manicures with the six shades in the Ice Queen collection from NSI. Available in Polish Pro formula, which offers wear time of around two weeks, shades include three icy hues and three gem-inspired shades for cool, regal manicures to round off the winter months. The…
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Jane Iredale has revealed a range of products to create sculpted make-up looks swifty. The new GreatShape Contour Kits see three matte, blendable pressed-powders to contour, highlight and add blush. Available in two colours options; warm and cool, the palettes feature an illustrated guide to ensure perfect application for the…
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Give hands some TLC with iZ Beauty of London’s Professional Hand Treatment Collection. The range sees Tea Tree Hand Wash, Peppermint Hand Gel and Lotus Blossom Hand Cream. These three lightweight therapies aim to soothe tired and dry hands, leaving them soft and smelling sweet. The hand cream is also available…
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