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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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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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Crack. Snack. Create: A takeaway inspires fortune cookie nail art experience

By Scratch Staff | 28 July 2025

Do you – or your clients – struggle to make decisions about nail designs at appointments? Say hello to Nail Fortunes™: an edible fortune cookie experience that delivers inspiration to the nail desk. “This started as a totally random idea I threw out to my husband over dinner,” says founder,…

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Embrace Boho Style with INK London’s 6 autumn nail colours

By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 September 2023

INK London has released its autumn 2023 nail colour collection, Boho Style, comprised of six seasonal gel polish shades. Their iLac Hybrid UV/LED Gel Polish formula is HEMA-free, with the same consistency as traditional nail polish, while lasting up to three weeks and being able to be removed in eight minutes.…

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In need of autumn nail inspo? Check out Townhouse’s AW23/24 Nail Art Collection

By Callie Iley | 28 September 2023

Inspired by the bold hues and trending looks of the changing seasons, Townhouse has announced the launch of its AW23/24 Nail Art Collection. The collection features six nail designs featuring a wearable, AW23-inspired palette, seeing warm earthy tones and bold red shades used alongside negative space and chrome-effect finishes for…

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CND™ expands L&P portfolio with Perfect Color Powders & Odorless Sculpting Liquid

By Scratch Staff | 26 September 2023

Nail brand, CND™, has unveiled six Perfect Color Sculpting Powder shades, offering a more varied range of L&P colour blending options. In addition, an Odorless Sculpting Liquid has been launched in three sizes, to minimise odours associated with traditional L&P acrylic services. The Sculpting Powders can be mixed to create…

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10 ingredients in your beauty products & their uses

By Callie Iley | 25 September 2023

Explore 10 common ingredients found in nailcare products & their functions… Allantoin Ideal for treating cracked and damaged skin, allantoin supports the healing process and has gentle exfoliating properties. It is used to soften and moisturise cuticles and encourages nail growth. This conditioning cuticle cream helps to soften both the…

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Add a velvet effect to nail styles with Gelish’s Pure Velvet Magnet Gel Polish

By Chloe Randall | 23 September 2023

Feel the force of four multi-dimensional cat-eye glitters that leave an opulent velvet-looking effect when manipulated with a magnet with Gelish’s Pure Velvet Magnet Gel Polish. From soft, subtle waves to sharp, contrasting lines, there are a multitude of nail art opportunities with each Pure Velvet gel polish and the…

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Help needed: Support the launch of a mask to aid client wellbeing

By Helena Biggs | 21 September 2023

Clare Anderson, founder of Shared Beauty Secrets, the UK distributor of Lava Shells, has designed a Sensory Sleep Eye Mask to support the wellbeing of clients and provide a retail option for beauty pros. Anderson has launched a £10,000 Kickstarter campaign to advance development of the Sensory Sleep brand to…

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