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The 6 Gelosophy nail shades you need this summer

By Chloe Randall | 7 July 2021

Launched by Astonishing Nails, Gelosophy has released its summer 2021 collection, Pool Rules. Comprising six shades, the bright hues are aptly named after summer holiday concepts. The shades available: #2107 Have Fun- Shimmery blue #2108Diving Allowed- Lilac #2109 Spray Suncream- Pastel pink #2110 Put On Sunnies- Bright pink #2111 Wear…

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Say hello to the 6 Halo gel polish nail shades for summer 2021

By Scratch Staff | 6 July 2021

Pure Nails, the company behind the ultra-glossy Halo Gel Polish line, has unleashed its bold summer 2021 nail colour collection. ‘Summer Throwback‘ serves up six oh-so eye-catching gel polish hues; from the punchy pink Girl Power to the daring green Lime Soda. Ideal for sandal season and clutching a cocktail…

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Creative Academy London launches ITEC courses with CND™ & Light Elegance pro nail brands

By Alex Fox | 5 July 2021

Internationally recognised in 39 countries, ITEC provides leading international beauty qualifications to students in the industry and now ITEC qualifications, interwoven with CND™ and Light Elegance’s world-class education courses, are available from Creative Academy London. Students can now have the best of both worlds with the option to attend award-winning…

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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley collaborates with Bio Sculpture Gel for nail shade launch

By Chloe Randall | 5 July 2021

Model, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has teamed up with Bio Sculpture to create her own nail shade. The shade, Rosie Red, is a burnt red hue and is available in two different formulas. Rosie Red is available in a 4.5g Bio Sculpture BioGel and in the matching 14ml Gemini polish. BioGel is…

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Meet the product that helps protect even the most sensitive skin

By Chloe Randall | 2 July 2021

Gloves In A Bottle (GIAB) Shielding Lotion has been launched, which protects and nourishes the hands and body of people with skin conditions and those who have had drying effects. It works with the skin to form a protective hydrating shield that will not wash or rub off but remains…

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£25,000 Business Boost grant launched to help start or grow a small business 

By Alex Fox | 1 July 2021

Calling all nail entrepreneurs – The Simply Business competition to win £25,000 is open for budding entrepreneurs to enter – the closing date is Friday 17 September. This is the second iteration of the grant – last year Larissa Cooper, founder of Rowan Bay Baby Wear, beat 15,000 small businesses…

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WHO-approved reusable facemask uses patented silver-based technology & 3D knitted fabric to protect against Covid-19

By Alex Fox | 26 June 2021

 WHO-approved reusable facemask developed by scientists uses patented silver-based technology & 3D knitted fabric to protect against Covid-19 & the fight against PPE plastic pollution.   Although fabric face coverings and ‘fashion masks’ offer some protection the new Silver Life Face Covering uses silver-based 3D knitted technology and meets the…

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Next-gen technology for sanitising salons for efficient cleaning in less than 10 minutes

By Alex Fox | 23 June 2021

The Vycel sanitising spray (a fine mist projected up to 2metres across a room), is 99.99% effective against viruses and a perfect solution for  addressing salon hygiene by harnessing the latest technology and knowledge to provide solutions to the physical threats posed by infection. It not only disinfects the surfaces…

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Explore salon furniture with the REM Virtual Showroom

By Chloe Randall | 23 June 2021

REM has installed a Virtual Showroom Tour on their website to give customers a near lifelike experience in visiting the REM Showroom. Customers can now walk around the virtual showroom stopping at any point to view and learn more about the products, seeing them from every angle. Hot spots on…

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Lady Showbiz introduces trade package for nail salons & spas

By Chloe Randall | 21 June 2021

Lady Showbiz has put together a professional package, aimed at salons, spas and mobile nail technicians. The package offers 90 gel-effect nail polishes in a variety of colours for £495 + VAT. The polishes are also cruelty-free and vegan friendly, allowing the shades to be catered to more clients. Featuring…

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Unveiled: The 6 Gelish nail shades you need for summer 2021

By Helena Biggs | 17 June 2021

Embrace bright, fun colours on nails with the six-piece Feel The Vibes Gelish collection for summer 2021. The gel polish shades combine cool tones and punchy bolds for a fun and playful nail finish. “Summer is back and this year it’s brighter than ever!” comments Danny Haile, CEO & founder…

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Offer lash lifts & brow lamination with dual-purpose Salon System range

By Helena Biggs | 15 June 2021

Add brow lamination and lash lifts to your treatment menu and save on product cost with Salon System’s dual treatment range. The three-step system lifts lashes for eight weeks and laminates brows for up to four weeks. The existing Salon System Lashlift range has been developed to work for both…

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Interested in using OPI’s gel polish? Starter kit package available for pros

By Helena Biggs | 15 June 2021

OPI has unveiled its first GelColor Starter Kit, which contains product to perform up to 100 services. Featuring 10 of the brand’s best-selling essentials, it has been designed to ensure a successful start to your GelColor gel polish services and features: Pro Spa Cuticle Oil Bond Aid NAS 99 Expert…

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Want long-lasting, bright nails for summer? Check out INK’s colour gels

By Helena Biggs | 10 June 2021

INK London has launched a range of UV/LED curable colour gel, suitable for application over hard gel, acrylic, acrygel extensions and overlays. Be bold with the eight shades in The Flaming Hot Shimmer Collection or choose from eight delicate tones in The Pastel Collection. Standout shades are the punchy Pink Fusion…

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Share your smile with Fask clear panel face masks designed to aid lip reading for the deaf community

By Alex Fox | 9 June 2021

A specialist face covering brand has created two unique face masks that even after government guidelines and restrictions are lifted, will be a great option for those that want to keep masked up! Designed for those working in public sectors, service, hospitality , travel, health and beauty-based industries, the FASK…

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