PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS

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Rose-red nail art: step-by-step

By Jess Watts | 14 August 2025

Kelly Kemp of Instagram.com/magikelnails, explains how to achieve this deep red autumnal design, through a detailed step-by-step tutorial. Step 1. Apply two coats of a red gel polish (Kelly used Gems Gel Polish in Aubrey), curing between each layer. Step 2. Apply matte top coat and cure (Kelly used Gems…

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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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The UK heatwave: Is it affecting your nail products?

By Katie Barnes | 12 August 2025

Educator & award-winning nail pro, Katie Clark, reveals why hot weather may impact your nail products and services… Most techs will have noticed a difference in their L&P acrylic and gel systems during different temperatures and seasons, with changes being particularly noticeable during periods of very warm weather. Temperature and…

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ROCK OUT this summer with Salon System’s Summer Rocks colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 30 June 2017

Turn up the heat with the Summer Rocks nail colour collection from Salon System, available in both Gellux and PRO-Polish. The eight shades are inspired by looks straight off the SS17 catwalk and feature the pretty Pink Moonstone, sultry Sandstone and shimmery Cool Stone grey hue. There’s something for everyone! Choose…

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REFRESH YOUR retail line with BeautyPro’s black peel-off mask

By Helena Biggs | 29 June 2017

Tap into the hype for black, peel-off masks with the latest launch from Beauty Pro. Ideal for retailing to clients, the Black Diamond Peel Off Mask utilises activated charcoal and volcanic ash to remove impurities directly from the skin. It also detoxifies to target blackheads and acne and rebalances oily…

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ELEMIS DONATES £25,000 to Breast Cancer Care charity

By Helena Biggs | 29 June 2017

Elemis has shown its support for the Breast Cancer Care charity for over 15 years, and this year donated £25,000 to the cause. The sum, which will be amassed through sales of a limited edition 100ml Pro-Collagen Marine Cream – out in July, was presented by Elemis co-founder, Oriele Frank,…

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GET SET for summer with Mii’s Tropical Daydream make-up collection

By Helena Biggs | 28 June 2017

Wake up to summer and shake up your make-up offerings with Mii’s Tropical Daydream collection. Ideal as a retail collection or an add-on service, the range features two fruity Mii Passionate Lip Lover shades; Sunblush – a pretty pink, and Sunburst – a cute coral. A Wide Eyed Liner in…

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TANNING TREATS for new S2 customers

By Kat Hill | 27 June 2017

New customers to Sweet Squared will be rewarded with an extra tanning treat this summer. Any new customer account openings with the distributor will receive a free MoroccanTan Original Sample Pack to indulge their clients in a fabulous glow. The pack sees MoroccanGold 8% DHA, MoroccanOriginal 10% DHA, MoroccanBronze 12% DHA and MoroccanCoco…

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HIGH DEFINITION relaunches branded tunic

By Kat Hill | 26 June 2017

Polish your professional appearance for brow treatments with the High Definition tunic. Back by popular demand, the brand is relaunching its branded tunic which will be available exclusively to HD Brows stylists, stockists, and make-up artists. Produced by La Beeby, the tunic is comfortably tailored and features an appliquéd HD…

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