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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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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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Glitterbels adds 24 shades to Hema-free Gel Polish range

By Carter Rogers | 21 October 2023

Glitterbels has introduced an additional 24 shades to its Hema-free Gel Polish range.  The shades range from nudes, reds, greens, pinks and more to cater for all seasons. Available in two sizes, 8ml (estimated to last 20 sets of nails) and 17ml (estimated to last 40 sets of nails), these…

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Nail Order enters gel polish market with 100 ‘hypoallergenic’ shades

By Scratch Staff | 18 October 2023

Nail Order, provider of apparel, salon essentials and courses for nail professionals, has added 100 gel polish shades to its impressive portfolio. The brand was founded by former salon owners, Rebekka and Chris Costello, during lockdown, with the goal of providing high quality retail items to pros. As popularity grew,…

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Want to create on-trend, velvet nail looks? Check out Artistic Nail Design’s Velvet Magnet Gel Polish

By Callie Iley | 17 October 2023

Create ultra-plush and shimmering magnetised manicures with Artistic Nail Design’s Velvet Magnet Gel Polish. Reacting to magnetic force to create sparkling nail art designs, the magnetic pigments are available in four shades or as two limited edition, holiday-ready duos, suiting both subtle and bold seasonal nail styling. Each duo includes…

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Perfect your nail prep with The GelBottle Inc’s 4-piece tool range

By Chloe Randall | 17 October 2023

The GelBottle Inc has introduced a four-piece range of tools, designed for ultimate comfort and hygiene. Each tool has been designed to be comfortable to use and is coated with hygienic and surgical grade titanium nitride, in a champagne finish. “When I launched TGB, I wanted to create a one-stop…

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Louella Belle adds sanitisation brand for tools & skin, Puromist, to portfolio

By Rebecca Hitchon | 9 October 2023

Celeb-approved brand for cleaning the face, body, tools and equipment, Puromist, is now stocked by Louella Belle. The Puromist formula, which promises to cleanse 99.99% of microbes, including bacteria, fungi, spores and viruses, is available via three products: a 100ml Spray, 250ml Spray and Wipes (30 pack). Loved by celebrities…

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Glitterbels introduces scented cuticle oils to nail product portfolio

By Chloe Randall | 5 October 2023

Glitterbels has announced two different scents of cuticle oil, in the scents pineapple and almond. With an improved formula, this oil helps to promote healthy and nourished nails, as well as growth. By recommending to clients to use this twice daily, applying the cuticle oil will help with acrylic, builder-bel…

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