PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS
Multiple ear piercing: the beauty trend for 2025 & how to offer in the salon
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
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
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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The summer season may be over to whisk clients away to the tropics with Fake Bake’s latest professional preparation products. Fake Bake Coconut Body Polish ensures a smooth start to a service by gently removing skin cells. Specially formulated to improve absorption and efficiency of Fake Bake products, the formula…
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Bright summer shades and glittered fingers walked the Jeremy Scott Spring/Summer 2018 runway. Created by the CND™ team, each model saw a custom nail style that saw silver-dusted digits and a brightly painted nail. The CND™ team chose two bold CND SHELLAC™ shades, Hot Pop Pink and an electric orange…
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Adding to its comprehensive range of nail products, INK London has released four ADS (Acrylic Dipping System) products that can be used with Acrylink powders for overlays using the dipping technique. ADS Base, Top, Activ8 and Brush Doctor are available separately or as a four-piece. Snap them up now via…
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Give polished nails a gel-like shine with Thick, Jessica’s new plumping top coat. This long-lasting top coat is fast drying and offers a dazzling shine and added protection to a mani or pedi. This addition to Jessica’s range of lacquer top coats is available via Gerrard International. Click here to buy.
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Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, reveals how to tackle common characteristics of damaged nails… One of the most challenging roles we play as nail technicians is the role of repair man or woman. We all have clients who come to us with weak, thin and damaged…
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It’s time to head out into the Great Outdoors as Leighton Denny Expert Nails unveils the AW17 Heritage Collection. The limited edition collection sees six new shades, creating a palette that was inspired and reflect the sophisticated wilderness of the great British outdoors. The new colours include: Rural Sunset, a warm dusky pink Winter Garden, a bold raspberry Tea For Two,…
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