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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Izabelle Hammon has launched mini Deco It Tach On nail decals in support of this year’s Movember campaign. The annual event sees volunteers grow moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men’s health issues, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer and men’s suicide, and the brand has…
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Inspired female charm and energy, Faby has revealed its A/W18 collection – Ego, available in both lacquer and Faby’s Lacquering Gel – depending on desired wear time. Comprising 12 sophisticated shades, the collection sees a varied palette of colour; from satin whites to sage greens, midnight blue to golden bronzes. The collection handout shade…
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Add festive artwork swiftly during nail services with :Yours Loves Winter Wonders Collection – now available from Sweet Squared. Adding eight new plates to the brand’s stamping range, the collection sees designs from nail icons Dee Timmer and John C. Nguyen, alongside new :Yours international educator, Tracey Lee. The designs…
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Aphrodite Nail Systems has added Nail Creation’s Fiber Gel to its portfolio, promising strength, durability and excellent adhesion. Describing the system as when ‘silk meets gel’, the gel is self-levelling and can be used for natural nail overlays, tip & overlays or sculpting. The single-phase gel is pliable, seeing workability for the tech and a long-lasting enhancement…
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To ensure clients are polished and party-ready, Gerrard International and Jessica have revealed the Slip Into Sparkles Holiday Collection. New colours see Blinged Out Bronze; midnight blue, Dance Till Daylight; and, Dazzling Diva, a glitzy purple.Featuring three limited-edition tones, the collection’s shades include a glitter finish perfect for the party season.…
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Famous Names – the creator of the IBX system – has revealed a new addition to its range of professional products. The IBX Boost System creates a flexible yet strong coating that can be applied as natural nail overlay for strength or as a protective coating under other nail services.…
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