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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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Magpie Beauty reveals new collection

By Kat Hill | 9 October 2017

Magpie Beauty has revealed its autumn collection for 2017 – seeing six new glitters perfect f0r seasonal nail art and designs. The line-up includes: Jessica – a fiery copper, orange holographic in size .008 Mellisa – purpled holographic mix in medium size mix Charlotte – rose gold metallic mix in mixed sizes Isabel – an…

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Infinity

Spruce up your salon with REM

By Kat Hill | 7 October 2017

Spruce up your mani desk with the Infiniti Nail Station from REM. Available with or without storage, the desk can be customised to any REM colour meaning there’s a look to suit every salon set-up. It also boasts the REM three year warranty. Infiniti features an advanced air filter system as standard, as…

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Artistic holiday hangover

Holiday Hangover nail colour collection arrives from Artistic Nail Design

By Helena Biggs | 6 October 2017

Help clients get through the festive season with the Holiday Hangover collection from Artistic Nail Design. Featuring metallic and glitter hues available in both Colour Gloss and Colour Revolution, snap up the shades for perfect party manicures. “These glitter & metallic shades complement any holiday accessory,” comments Alisha Rimando, Artistic Nail…

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Margaret dabbs

Margaret Dabbs adds to polish range

By Kat Hill | 29 September 2017

Margaret Dabbs London has revealed a quartet of shades for the autumn. The new addition to the foot care specialist’s range of products sees a formula containing vitamin E and wild rose botanical extract. The polish also leaves the scent of wild roses on the wear’s  nails. The new colours…

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INK London goes green with recyclable packaging

By Kat Hill | 28 September 2017

Ink London has revealed new recyclable refill packs for its Acrylink Cover Powder range. From October 1st, professional customers will be able to buy in bulk and refill Acrylink Jars, rather than purchase new jars each time. 100g bags and 1KG salon size bags will be available. Start shopping at…

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Why you shouldn’t use craft glitter in your nail services

By Katie Barnes | 26 September 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, reveals why you shouldn’t use craft shop glitter in your nail services. There are many techs using craft glitters in their nail services because they may have seen someone else do it, it is low cost and easy. You may think it’s…

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