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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CND™ has unveiled its spring collection, Shade Sense, featuring six soft hues to add an extra spring in your mani and pedi step. Available in both CND™ Shellac™ gel polish and CND™ Vinylux™ long wear polish formulas, these delicate shades are ideal for the spring season and for clients seeking…
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Offering nail extensions without the need for filing, resins or liquid and powder, the Entity Studio One Soft Gel Tips are light-cured, pre-shaped tips made from a soft, jelly-like material to support flexible, durable and comfortable wear. Designed to have reinforced strength at the arch, a break-resistant free edge, and…
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Known for its wearable, ergonomic nail prep brushes, Manicure Project has launched its most accessible brush to date: L’Omni. Founded by nail tech, Natalie Havariyoun, Manicure Project aims to reduce repetitive strain injury (RSI) and improve techs’ performance through its tools. L’Omni is lightweight to provide a ‘barely there’ feel…
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Designed as an elegant and effective addition to the nail desk, the Gelish Go File IQ Smart Electric File features a patent-pending hybrid E-file design with smart technology, including three RPM presets. To cut down on time during the appointment, these smart presets can be pre-programmed with the RPMs needed…
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OPI has launched Diamond Gel, a versatile hard gel nail system that can be used to build, overlay and sculpt for a strong, durable and high-shine nail finish. The three-part system features Base Gel, which provides maximum adhesion to the natural nail and acts as a flexible barrier between the…
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There are so many terms regarding nail enhancement maintenance appointments, such as back-fills, fill, fill-in, touch-up and maintenance – and it can often seem quite complex to both nail techs to understand what the difference is. Most clients seem to be familiar with the term ‘infills’ but this isn’t always…
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