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Seeking a UK-made gel polish brand? Explore Roxi – the 68pc nail range boasting finesse & flair

By Jess Watts | 5 August 2025

Introducing Roxi – a nail brand delivering meticulously crafted gel products to add style and sophistication to professional setups. The Roxi brand is founded on 32 years of industry experience. Each formula has been developed and tested with safety, quality and salon success at its core, and is HEMA and…

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Mustard yellow lead

Butter yellow summer is almost over: here’s why you should make way for mustard

By Jess Watts | 2 August 2025

Butter yellow took over the world this spring/summer, with the pastel hue dominating décor, outfits and nails. But autumn/winter will see another member of the yellow family soar in popularity… (Lead image by @byemilyann_) Say hello to mustard yellow! Experts predict that this rich, deeper version of summer’s trending hue…

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Cat eye lead

16 products that will help you nail the cat eye manicure trend

By Jess Watts | 29 July 2025

Lead image courtesy of @hopejungnails using Light Elegance P+ Gel Polish in Ice Kitty, available via www.lightelegance.co.uk. The iridescence and reflective depth of cats’ eyes have long entranced humans. So much so, that their power has been harnessed to create stunning nail designs. Specially crafted magnetic nail products contain metallic…

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Artistic perfect dip

PERFECT DIP by Artistic Nail Design launches for long-wear colour

By Helena Biggs | 29 April 2017

Artistic Nail Design has unveiled Perfect Dip, a powder dip system to enable speedy, long-lasting enhancements in a range of vivid shades. “Dip systems like this have been around for a long time, however technology has advanced,” explains Jacqui O’Sullivan, head of education at Louella Belle, UK distributor of the…

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JUMBO SHELLAC shades available this weekend only

By Kat Hill | 28 April 2017

Stock up this bank holiday weekend with jumbo sized CND™ Shellac™ shades! For the the May Bank Holiday, Sweet Squared has unveiled the limited edition Jumbo Shellac. More than double the size of a normal Shellac™ shade, these 15ml bottles are perfect for stocking up on your favourite shades in the run up to…

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Simon jersey linen blend

KEEP COOL with Simon Jersey

By Helena Biggs | 28 April 2017

Refresh your work uniform in time for the warmer season with Simon Jersey’s range of linen blend tunics. The range, which launched in February, has proven popular among customers, with the brand revealing that it has received many positive comments from beauty therapists. The linen-blend fabric has a lightweight feel…

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JESSICA LAUNCHES wedding themed nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 27 April 2017

Save the date! 2 May sees the launch of a decadent six-piece bridal collection from Jessica nails.   Featuring four pearlescent and two glitter shades, the hues in the Glowing with Love collection show off something to suit every bride – whatever their style. The shades tell a story through…

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Go pretty pink with CRYSTAL PARADE

By Kat Hill | 26 April 2017

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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How to practice nail techniques away from clients

By Katie Barnes | 26 April 2017

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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