Manicure

10million Brits disclose private details to salon staff during treatments

By Helena Biggs | 20 May 2019

Research by business finance provider, Liberis, has revealed that an estimated 10 million Brits feel comfortable disclosing even the most private details about their personal life to hair and beauty providers. Over 40% of the 1000 respondents stated that they have an especially good relationship with their hairdresser or beauty…

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The Gel Bottle reveals new brand & workshops for techs

By Helena Biggs | 20 May 2019

The team behind The Gel Bottle Inc has unveiled Peacci, a clothing and cosmetics brand for pros and consumers alike. Peacci features a compressive nail lacquer line with trend-led shades, as well as nail-themed apparel; from t-shirts emblazoned with ‘Nail it’ to cosy, pastel-coloured hoodies. To celebrate the launch, the…

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Create colourful designs with new :Yours stamping polishes

By Sophie Nutt | 18 May 2019

Designed to ensure techs achieve the perfect stamp every time, :Yours has revealed nine new stamping shades for every colour need. The polishes range from Silver Star to Pink Passion and are designed specifically for stamping, offering high pigment and defined shapes. Offering easy application with one stroke and no…

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The Spa at Carden raises a glass to partnership with Bollinger

By Kat Hill | 18 May 2019

The Spa at Carden has announced its partnership with champagne house, Bollinger. Set to open late summer, the new Cheshire based spa will unveil a Bollinger Beauty Bar. The sophisticated space will see guests choose from a menu of express treatments, including manicures, pedicures and grooming extras while enjoying their choice…

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Gear up for festival season with Essence Glitter Mystical Magic collection

By Sophie Nutt | 17 May 2019

Festival season is just around the corner, so be sure to cater to clients’ desired nail looks with the Mystical Magic collection from Essence Glitter. The collection sees two beautifully bright foils: a purple named Amethyst and a glowing peach in Harmony. Also in the range is a striking, highly…

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Ensure clients feel fresh for treatments with Wax:one

By Sophie Nutt | 17 May 2019

With summer just around the corner, ensure clients remain fresh for their wax treatment with the new Fresh Wipes from Wax:one. Suitable for all areas including intimate, the wipes allow the client to cleanse the selected waxing area prior to their treatments. Infused with soothing aloe vera and essential oils,…

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NHF/NBF 2019 Business Awards open for entries

By Kat Hill | 17 May 2019

The NHF/NBF’s Business Awards is now open for entries from hair, beauty and barbering businesses. Entry is free and open to both NHF/NBF Members and non-members. The awards evening will take place at the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel in London on 17 November. Entry closes on July 26 and the finalists…

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Nouveau Lashes co-founder steps down from role

By Helena Biggs | 16 May 2019

After 14 years as co-founder and director of Nouveau Lashes, Bridgette Softley has stepped down from the role, with co-founder Karen Betts leading the role of managing director. Bridgette hones a long and successful career in the beauty industry and has been instrumental in founding and nurturing the Nouveau Lashes…

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HD Brows reveals new & improved Multi-Use Powder Palette

By Sophie Nutt | 13 May 2019

HD Brows has revealed its new and improved version of the Powder Foundation Palette, the Multi-Use Powder Palette. Reformulated to create a more versatile shade selection give better results, the palette is designed to act as an essential for make-up professionals and lovers alike to help minimise imperfections while defining…

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An evening with Marian Newman & Nick Knight

By Helena Biggs | 13 May 2019

London’s V&A Museum hosted Nailed It. Marian Newman & Nick Knight with Mimma Viglezio, an evening discussion on Friday 10 May that focused on the careers and collaborative efforts of the esteemed nail artist and renowned fashion photographer. The lecture theatre was packed with photography and nail fanatics, all keen to…

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Nailympia Estonia 2019: THE RESULTS

By Scratch Staff | 13 May 2019

The second Nailympia Estonia took place 10-12 May 2019 at Beauty World, Talinn, and attracted 69 competitors from 16 countries. 320 competition seats were taken and the results are as follows: SOAK OFF GEL MANICURE Division 1 1st – Aleksandra Karnosova – Finland 2nd – Agne Montivilaite – Lithuania 3rd…

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Urban Retreat to launch five storey luxury salon in Knightsbridge

By Helena Biggs | 12 May 2019

Luxury London salon operator, Urban Retreat, has announced a new concept flagship in Knightsbridge. Its first stand-alone location, Urban Retreat – The White House, will launch this summer on Hans Crescent. The 12,000 sqft space will focus on personalised client health, nutrition and wellbeing to complement hair and beauty services.…

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Create the perfect foundation with Jessica Phenom Base Coat

By Sophie Nutt | 11 May 2019

Jessica has revealed a new Phenom Base Coat to care for nails while offering a flawless base. Create the perfect foundation for Phenom colour application with the new base coat featuring vitamins A, C and E to maintain nail health, and calcium and aloe vera to protect against breakage. Shop…

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Beata Aleksandrowicz launches new ‘Ask Beata’ concept

By Sophie Nutt | 10 May 2019

Author, speaker and international expert on massage, Beata Aleksandrowicz, has launched a new interactive concept called ‘Ask Beata’ to support therapists, spa directors and managers. Beata, the creator of the Pure Massage Spa Training Method, provides spas worldwide with advanced training in a modern concept of massage and is an…

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Army couple opens massage salon in High Wycombe

By Sophie Nutt | 10 May 2019

A couple who met in the army have swapped the military for massage after opening a massage salon in High Wycombe. Mark and Rachel Coldham met at the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst in 2005, before they both went on to join the Royal Artillery. Mark then went on to…

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