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Multiple ear piercing: the beauty trend for 2025 & how to offer in the salon

By Guest Writer | 2 May 2025

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

By Helena Biggs | 1 May 2025

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

By Katie Barnes | 20 April 2025

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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‘Tis the season for festive nails! Take a peek at Nexgen & Progenx’s Christmas collection

By Rebecca Hitchon | 5 November 2021

Get in the Christmas spirit with Go Pretty’s launch of the Nexgen and Progenx Christmas Collection, six premium dipping powders in shades ranging from glittery gold to ruby red. The dipping powders provide the benefits of an acrylic system, but a finer consistency allows for a smoother finish with less…

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Looking for speedy Instagrammable nail art? Meet the LUXXI x The Beauty Spot press-ons

By Rebecca Hitchon | 4 November 2021

US press-on nails brand LUXXI has collaborated with Birmingham based nail artist, Rebekah Pritchard of The Beauty Spot, to create two sets of press-on nail designs. The collaboration is the second in the LUXXI Artist Series, an initiative that pays homage to talented nail artists behind beloved manicures, by transforming…

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Create sparkly winter nails with NSI’s 3 pigmented acrylic powders

By Chloe Randall | 4 November 2021

NSI Nails has added three acrylic powders to its Perfectly Pretty range for autumn/winter 2021. Formulated for strong enhancements with a glittering finish, these acrylic powders can be used within sculpts and tip & overlay creations or as a design powder. The acrylic powders to join the range are: Merlot…

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NAF! Pro embraces winter nailcare needs with Candy Cane & Winter Spice cuticle oils

By Helena Biggs | 3 November 2021

NAF! Pro has added two scents to its burgeoning cuticle oil portfolio for winter 2021. Get clients feeling Christmassy and in the mood for festivities with the Winter Spice and Candy Cane oils, available in 30ml dropper bottles and 3.75ml pens, both of which can be retailed. Winter Spice combines…

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Looking for an Insta-worthy nail art kit? Check out this 5-piece set from Cally Cosmetics

By Rebecca Hitchon | 31 October 2021

Cally Cosmetics, home of the Cally Gel system, has launched a must-have product for nail artists, in the form of a complete nail art kit. As well as your nail art skills, the set’s gorgeous mint green and gold design is sure to wow clients atop the nail desk. Included…

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Instagram account photographs men with painted nails to destigmatise male nail art

By Emma Hobday | 28 October 2021

London based nail artist Jess Young founded Instagram account Boys in Polish to break down social barriers and to allow the nail salon to be an inviting space for men. Here, she shares her journey with Scratch… Why did you launch Boys in Polish?  I started the project during my…

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