Looking for speedy Instagrammable nail art? Meet the LUXXI x The Beauty Spot press-ons
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…
Create sparkly winter nails with NSI’s 3 pigmented acrylic powders
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…
NAF! Pro embraces winter nailcare needs with Candy Cane & Winter Spice cuticle oils
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…
Looking for an Insta-worthy nail art kit? Check out this 5-piece set from Cally Cosmetics
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…
Instagram account photographs men with painted nails to destigmatise male nail art
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…
Are you a festive fanatic? Nailchemy’s winter gel polish collection is made for Christmas lovers
With the festive season nearing, Nailchemy has released a Christmas-themed gel polish collection, comprising six seasonal 15ml colours that you can come back to year after year. The Chorus collection, which features a versatile range of rich and creamy shades, takes its names from well-known festive choruses. Opt for Rockin’ Robin…
The Gel Bottle launches mini 7ml versions of nail shades & BIAB
Are you a small business seeking a broader colour range, or a mobile tech wishing to decrease the weight of your kitbag? The Gel Bottle Inc has launched its popular 20ml products in ‘mini’ 7ml sized bottles. Featuring exactly the same formula as their larger counterparts, the handy minis can…
Looking for out of this world nail colour? Welcome Mii’s futuristic collection
Make-up, tanning brand Mii Cosmetics, which expanded into the nailcare market in August 2021, has launched a nail colour collection inspired by all things space. Just in time for party season, the collection sports a range of fun, stunning nail colours, from eye-catching duotones to metallics and glitters. The Planet…
Wow clients with your nail colour collection: Light Elegance’s Color Mother swatch book has landed
Light Elegance has unveiled the Color Mother swatch book, designed to showcase up to 120 nail shades and make organising your swatch library effortless. The design allows for individual swatch tips to be reorganised and replaced, meaning that you can easily update your swatch book to show off seasonal collections…
Instagram adds practice mode & scheduling features to live broadcasts
Good news for nail art demos & collaborations – Instagram has added ‘practice mode’ and a scheduling tool to its live broadcast feature. Ideal for advance promotion of your live – and keeping your followers in the loop about when you’re going to showcase new nail art designs or interview…
Nailchemy add to Genesis Acrylic range with 8 timeless autumnal shades
Nailchemy has launched the Twilight collection, its rich, eight-piece coloured acrylic offering for autumn 2021. Available in 20g sizes, the matte hues are: Sundown – the perfect pumpkin orange. Daybreak – a warm mustard hue. Dusk – a soft, smoky grey. Evenfall – a rich chocolate brown. Dark Forest –…
Style savvy? Astonishing Nails’ autumn/winter gel polish collection is made for fashionistas
To mark the autumn/winter season, professional acrylic and gel systems brand Astonishing Nails has released a gel polish collection inspired by autumn/winter 2021 Fashion Week trends. One in A Million comprises six shades, ranging from rich green to mustard yellow, which reflect the colours dominating the runway and street style…
Ready to party? Take a peek at OPI’s 15 celebration-themed nail shades
OPI has introduced its Celebration nail colour collection, featuring 12 limited edition crèmes and shimmers and three confetti-like glitters; perfect for the holiday season and to celebrate the brand’s 40th anniversary. “Our 40th anniversary celebratory year goes out with a bang as we revel in the most special time of…
Lecenté marks 10th anniversary with 21 nail art product launches
Kent-based nail art brand, Lecenté is marking its 10th anniversary with the launch of 21 striking products. The Anniversary Collection welcomes six Lecenté Create gel polish shades, 10 Multi Glitz glitters and five Rainbow Chrome Powders. “It’s time to celebrate the good times with this fun, party-themed collection; inspired by…
Light Elegance unveils 12 nail colours for autumn inspired by travel
Are you dreaming of visiting faraway places? Let Light Elegance take you on a journey with its autumn 2021 collection Venture Into Beauty – 12 shades inspired by the beauty of travel and discovering new landscapes. Rich browns and taupes make up the collection, which is available in Colour and…
