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The biggest wellness trends for 2020

By Sophie Nutt | 25 October 2019

Health and wellbeing brand, Gear Hungry, has analysed Google Trend data and predicted the biggest wellness trends for 2020. Gear Hungry also teamed up with its own health and wellness coach, Daniel Mason, to provide the need-to-know information on each of the trends. CBD Skincare: a 367% rise in searches…

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Bio Sculpture Gel unveils romantic Rome-inspired collection

By Kat Hill | 25 October 2019

Whisk clients away to a city of romance with the latest collection from Bio Sculpture Gel. Available via Re:New Beauty, the new collection Nights in Rome sees five shades available in Bio Sculpture Gel and Gemini nail polish formula. No.251 – Angelic Statue – a delicate pearlescent champagne colour No.252…

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A celebration of CND™’s 40th anniversary – By Marian Newman

By Scratch Staff | 24 October 2019

Imagine my excitement to be invited to the ‘event of the year’; an exhibition at San Diego’s Oceanside Museum of Art that celebrates 40 years of CND™. It focused on an amazing 40 years of record breaking innovation in the professional nail industry. Backtrack over 30 years… I was new…

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Create out-of-this-world nail designs with Amy G Galaxy collection

By Sophie Nutt | 23 October 2019

The Edge Nails has revealed the new Galaxy collection from the Amy G Nail Art range. The Galaxy collection allows techs to create eye-catching, edgy nail art with three themed ranges: Galaxy Mirror Powders, Crushed Foils and Tinsel Foils. Galaxy Mirror Powders Can be applied to a non-wipe gel top…

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Halo releases 12 dazzling shades for party-perfect nail designs

By Helena Biggs | 21 October 2019

Pure Nails has launched 12 new additions to the Halo Gel Polish range – and the glittering shades are perfect for the festive and party season. The ‘Twas The Night collection sees a super sparkly fine glitter polish formula in a pot, in hues including Sugar Plum, Gift and Sleigh…

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Hair & beauty industry charity rebrands

By Helena Biggs | 20 October 2019

The official charity of the hair industry has rebranded from The Hairdressers’ Charity to the Hair & Beauty Charity, supporting hair and beauty professionals in challenging times. The charity has a heritage dating back to 1853, and the rename expands the charity’s visibility to incorporate the hair, barbering and beauty…

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New York inspires Gel II colour collection

By Sophie Nutt | 19 October 2019

Gel II has launched its New York collection, just in time for the new season. The eight-piece gel polish collection comprises a range of on-trend shades to transport clients to the Big Apple, from a sparkling midnight black to a bright orange hue. Aptly named, the Gel II New York…

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Countdown to Christmas with Elemis 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar

By Kat Hill | 19 October 2019

Countdown to the Christmas with Elemis’ 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar. The calendar features 25 skincare treats from a variety of Elemis product lines, with the final gift being a full-size jar of the bestselling Pro-Collagen Marine Cream. Gidts include Pro-Collagen Hydra Gel Eye Masks and Rose Facial Oil,…

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Gerrard International shows support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

By Sophie Nutt | 18 October 2019

Gerrard International has been supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October as well as the #LetsNailBreastCancer campaign founded by the Future Dreams charity. The distributor is encouraging spas, salons and clients to donate to #LetsNailBreastCancer when they book in for a treatment via a Future Dreams Donation Box, as well as to paint their…

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Lash Perfect launch Ultimate Pro Adhesive System

By Sophie Nutt | 18 October 2019

Lash Perfect has revealed the Ultimate Pro Adhesive System for the application of eyelash extensions. Ultimate Pro is a specialist three-step system for the quick and effective application of eyelash extensions boasting longer lasting retention and low odour. The three steps include Ultimate Pro Speed It!, Bond It! and Cure…

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UK nail techs scoop top Akzentz awards

By Helena Biggs | 18 October 2019

Multi award-winning nail tech and business owner, Hazel Dixon, has been awarded the ACE Global Educator Award 2019 by Akzentz, with colleague, Kayley Cairns, awarded Top Competitor of the Year, following a hugely successful stint in Nailympia London 2019 and as a Scratch Stars Awards finalist. Hazel’s award recognises her…

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Celebrating with Nailpad

By Kat Hill | 18 October 2019

Scratch’s Kat headed to Ealing, London, to help celebrate the official launch of Nailpad. Held at a local eatery, Osteria Del Portico, the evening was a celebration of the twin’s invention. Guests included Tori Deely and Carrie Salmons’ family and friends, as well as members of the press and local community.…

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Add sparkle to nail designs with Lecenté autumn collection

By Kat Hill | 15 October 2019

Lecenté has revealed its autumn collection, seeing six new sparkling glitter and four new foils. The new glittery additions join Lecenté’s popular Multi Glitz category. Some also feature shapes, such as hearts and stars, to add a sparkling addition to manis. New glitters include: Angel Bombshell Darling Dollface Love Bug…

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Create decadent nail looks with new Cuccio Soirée collection

By Helena Biggs | 14 October 2019

Cuccio welcomes eight new nail shades for winter 2019; each one decadent, shimmering and ideal for chic party season manicures. Available in both Cuccio Colour (lacquer) and Cuccio Veneer (gel polish), the shades include bold red Dance, Dance, Dance, shimmering scarlet 3,2,1 Kiss, and deep purple Cheers To New Years.…

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The Eyelash Design Company launches Hi Brow Lamination

By Sophie Nutt | 12 October 2019

The Eyelash Design Company has introduced Hi Brow Lamination to its professional range of brow treatments. Hi Brow Lamination is treatment that styles brows perfectly without the need to constantly groom, style and define. The treatment realigns brow hairs into shape, adding fullness and definition using specialised products developed by…

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