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Scarlett Senter Embellishments

7 tips for working with nail embellishments

By Scratch Staff | 16 August 2025

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

By Jess Watts | 15 August 2025

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

By Katie Barnes | 13 August 2025

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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Get in the nude with CND SHELLAC Nudes collection

By Sophie Nutt | 2 January 2018

Welcome the New Year with the CND SHELLAC™ Nude collection. The collection features four creamy nudes; Uncovered, Unlocked, Unmasked and Unearthed. The shades are also available in the brand’s VINYLUX formula, for up to seven days’ wear and easy home removal. Shop the collection at www.sweetsquared.com

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Cuccio spreads love with limited edition offer

By Helena Biggs | 2 January 2018

Cuccio is offering a ‘buy two, get one free’ deal on its Cuccio Colour lacquers and Cuccio Veneer gel polish products – for a limited time only. “We want to thank all of our loyal customers for their continued support by running this special promotion for the first three months of…

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High definition sculpting

Sculpt and glow with High Definition

By Sophie Nutt | 1 January 2018

High Definition has released easy to use glow, sculpt and sun sticks for simple contouring. Previously available in a palette format, the updated formula and shades are now available in a stick format, allowing for quick application and protection from drying out. Buildable in colour and easy to blend, there is a Cool…

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Sweet Squared announces partnership with Nimue Skin Technology

By Helena Biggs | 1 January 2018

The UK distributor of the likes of CND™, Lecenté and MorrocanTan has added a skincare category to its portfolio, and is to be the sole UK market distributor of Nimue Skin Technology. Originally developed for the medical market in 1994 and fronted by supermodel, Helena Christensen, the professional-only derma-cosmeceutical brand…

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Calgel adds warmth to winter nails with Tomorrow Can Wait collection

By Helena Biggs | 30 December 2017

Izabelle Hammon Ltd, distributor of Calgel, has unveiled the stunning four-piece ‘Tomorrow Can Wait’ collection. Available in 4g pots, the metallic Calgel hues include the regal plum hue, Dressed in Velvet – which has a subtle violet sheen – and the party perfect Champagne Kisses; a golden shade with subtle glimmer. Completing…

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French dip jar

Ease French application with new dip jar

By Helena Biggs | 29 December 2017

Ooh la la! The Edge Nails & Beauty has unveiled a French dip jar, affording easy smile lines when using the dip application technique. The dual ended product has a shallow compartment for a rounded smile line, and deeper end for an oval smile line for a crisp finish depending…

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