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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Add some girly glamour to your nail services with the latest launch from Crystal Parade. In a handy packet of mixed sized Swarovskis, this collection of No Hot Fix Crystals will be available in a new Cute Mood Mix – a selection of pretty pink tones. The pack of 200 sees sizes ss5 –…
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Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, offers advice on finding time and tools to practice your techniques… A sentence I hear more than often, especially from those fresh in the industry or learning is ‘I can’t find anyone to practice on’. There is no better way…
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Transport your clients into a world of pure tranquillity with the new Power of Zen CD from composer, Stuart Michael. The perfect musical backdrop for your treatment room, the album features the finest tracks from Stuart’s best selling albums and offers listeners over an hour of harmonious instrumental sounds. It…
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Singing sensation, Pixie Lott, has been announced as the latest brand ambassador for KISS Products. The role will see her promote KISS nail and lash product ranges in 2017, and she has already given a glimpse of her favourite KISS nails in the video for her new single, Baby. Pixie posted…
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The team at Izabelle Hammon is calling on nail technicians to discover Calgel at one of its forthcoming road events. Due to take place in Inverness, Belfast and Brighton, the events will give visitors a chance to try the product in a relaxed, friendly environment. Calgel is a one-phase gel…
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IBD has unveiled its Nudes collection featuring nail shades to beautifully complement every skin tone. Available in both Just Gel Polish and Advanced Wear Pro Lacquer, as well as It’s A Match duo packs, the collection sees eight new shades. Perfect for a fresh springtime mani, the shade options include: But…
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