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Celebrity tech to host two nail art workshops in November

By Scratch Staff | 26 September 2019

Salon owner and celebrity nail artist, Amy Ganney, is hosting two nail art workshops this November for those proficient in gel and acrylic use. In collaboration with The Edge Nails & Beauty, with which Amy has a nail art range, the talented tech will host a Gel Nail Art Techniques…

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Consumers say the beauty industry needs to be more transparent

By Sophie Nutt | 25 September 2019

A recent survey conducted by Showerstoyou.co.uk sought to test the knowledge of British consumers on common ingredients in beauty products. Out of 2,014 individuals, 59% couldn’t identify the purpose of certain ingredients within beauty products. What’s more, only 37% could state the potential risks that such ingredients carry. This means…

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GERmanikure team aids natural nail care for models at NYFW

By Helena Biggs | 25 September 2019

Within the frenzy of global Fashion Weeks, models often see multiple nail looks across a short space of time; with tips pressed and product removed and re-applied per show. It was important for the GERmanikure team to recognise the need for manicures to ensure that such models maintained good nail…

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Logistics industry predicts panic buying and stockpiling ahead of Brexit

By Sophie Nutt | 24 September 2019

New research conducted on behalf of IMHX – the UK’s largest logistics event – has revealed that nearly two thirds (63%) of logistics and supply chain managers predict the general public will panic buy and stockpile goods ahead of Brexit. Key concerns are that customs restrictions, weak GDP and increased…

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Beauty salons among the fastest growing retail sectors in the UK

By Kat Hill | 24 September 2019

Current data, analysed by 365 Business Finance, shows that beauty salons are among the fastest growing retail sectors in the UK over the past three years. Beauty salons are the second most popular retail sector, with new openings rising almost 14% during the last three years, joining barbers, vape stores, cafes and tearooms,…

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Neon nails pop courtesy of Bio Sculpture at Paul Costelloe LFW

By Sophie Nutt | 21 September 2019

Paul Costelloe’s vibrant SS20 London Fashion Week (LFW) collection was complemented by bright Bio Sculpture Gemini nail polish hues. The nail team was made up of @cocoldnnx, @root_to_beauty, @katebacon, @sasha_goddard_ and @furiousfiler, who chose neon bright shades No. 104, No. 105, No. 248 and No. 194 from the Gemini nail…

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Moulin Rouge inspires nails by CND™ for The Blonds at NYFW

By Sophie Nutt | 20 September 2019

The Blonds SS20 show at New York Fashion Week brought Baz Lurhmann’s Moulin Rouge to life, with the nail looks created by CNDTM also taking inspiration from the musical. This season’s The Blonds nail inspiration paid homage to the most iconic Moulin Rouge scenes and characters. Working closely with David…

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Michelle Humphrey scoops Glamour Beauty Power List 2019 award

By Sophie Nutt | 20 September 2019

Session tech, Michelle Humphrey, has scooped the Glamour Beauty Power List 2019 award for Best Nail Artist/Influencer. The Glamour Beauty Power List 2019 saw nominees across 100 categories chosen by the Glamour beauty team alongside a panel of beauty experts and influencers including Diipa Khosla, Gary Thompson and more. The…

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Paula Knorr SS20 show sees intricate nail art  

By Kat Hill | 20 September 2019

Models at the Paula Knorr SS20 showcase walked the runway with an array of dazzling designs with help from nail brand, Bluesky. Held at Harvey Nichols, Knightsbridge, the Bluesky team was led by Maya Stamboliyska, and created over 400 nail tips for the 13 models using an array of Bluesky…

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Kiss Nails walk Alice + Olivia catwalk at NYFW

By Kat Hill | 19 September 2019

Pretty pastel nails designs completed the look at the Alice + Olivia Spring Summer 2020 collection The collection saw bright and dreamy sherbet tones in a modern in a modern, bohemian style. KISS lead manicurist, Gina Edwards created hand painted delicate designs on KISS Salon Acrylic French Nude Nails. A…

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Bio Sculpture features nude nails for Temperley London at LFW

By Sophie Nutt | 18 September 2019

Gemini Nail Polish, from Bio Sculpture, was used on the hands of models for the Temperley London show at London Fashion Week (LFW). At its HQ in Mayfair, the Temperley London show saw three ‘parties’ on three floors, showcasing three collections on Friday 13 September. The nail team consisted of…

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Secret Spa & Gelish team up for Immersion Day event

By Kat Hill | 18 September 2019

Gelish and Secret Spa, the London-based on-demand mobile beauty service, have teamed up to offer its therapists the opportunity to learn more about how Gelish can benefit their businesses. Set to take place on Monday 23 September from 5:30pm, the Immersion Day will allow therapists to speak with other professionals, try out  Gelish products…

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Marian Newman & Kure Bazaar collaborate for Roland Mouret at LFW

By Helena Biggs | 17 September 2019

Session nailist and Fashion Week regular, Marian Newman, lent her design expertise to the Roland Mouret showcase at London Fashion Week. She create three statement nail designs using Kure Bazaar nail lacquers that complemented the jewellery collection by designer, Maria Aaron. The three looks were: A striped multicolour effect inspired…

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Charlotte Tilbury announced as CEW 2019 Lifetime Achiever

By Sophie Nutt | 17 September 2019

CEW has announced Charlotte Tilbury as the recipient of its 2019 Lifetime Achiever Award. The announcement was made via CEW’s Instagram page, saying: “We are delighted to announce that our 2019 Lifetime Achiever Award goes to the exceptional Charlotte Tilbury – founder, chairman, president and chief creative officer of Charlotte Tilbury Beauty.…

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Souz & Co showcase abstract nail looks for Pierre Garroudi at LFW

By Helena Biggs | 17 September 2019

Milton Keynes based nail tech, Suzanne Clayton, led a team of five to create an assortment of nail looks for the Pierre Garroudi show at London Fashion Week. The salon owner and session nailist was briefed by the designer to create nails in shades of white and pastel with splashes…

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