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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Scratch shines a spotlight on French nail brand, Manucurist, which has a green philosophy & focus on mood-boosting products… From France with love, Manucurist is a Parisian brand which focuses on sustainable nailcare and treatments, with natural bio-sourced ingredients at each product’s core. The brand was co-founded in 1996 by…
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Bring the sophistication of Rome to your fingertips with Entity Beauty’s When In Rome Collection. Available in matching gel, lacquer and dip systems, this Italy-inspired collection offers six stand-out shades for autumn 2022. The shades are: Going To The Piazza – Burnt orange shimmer Carpe Diem Baby! – Dusty blue…
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Artistic Nail Design has launched its autumn 2022 collection, Cover Me Head To Toe, inspired by seasonal colour-blocking trends and layered looks With a range of six striking shades to suit an autumnal palette, Cover Me Head To Toe is available in Colour Gloss Soak Off Gel Polish, Colour Revolution…
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In recognition and celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (15 Sept-15 Oct 2022), Scratch puts the spotlight on Cuban-American entrepreneur and influencer, Kathleen Fuentes (aka KathleenLights). Founder of Lights Lacquer, a cruelty-free nail lacquer line, started in November 2019, Kathleen honours Hispanic Heritage Month with the otra noche en Miami collection, which presents…
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Multi award-winning nail tech, Scarlett Senter, has expanded her range of product offerings with her New Orleans glitter collection. Featuring 10 dazzling biodegradable cosmetic grade glitters inspired by the American city, the bright and bold glitter mix collection is available in 10 gram pots. The glitter collection comprises: New Orleans…
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Are you looking to get creative? Inspired by the inner artist within every nail technician, Lecenté’s collection is dedicated to the nail pro. The Inner Artist collection comprises eight gel polishes and five dabbing foils, which are designed to be dabbed on the cured layer of foil gel. The gel…
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