The caribbean collection

Take a trip to the Caribbean with All That Jazz

By Kat Hill | 15 April 2018

All That Jazz has revealed The Caribbean Collection. Seeing four new sizzling the shades, the collection captures the vibrancy of the Caribbean with bright tones. New shades include: Don’t Be A Jerk-y  – fiery orange Jamaican Me Crazy – hot pink Patty Cake  – turquoise Caribbean Queen – royal purple The shades are…

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Titanic 2 treatment room

Huddersfield spa launches first personalised treatment room

By Helena Biggs | 15 April 2018

Luxury eco-spa, Titanic Spa, has launched a personalised treatment room where the guest experience is truly at its heart. Responding to the trend of ‘hyperpersonalisation’ in the spa sector, where guests are seeking a more experience-based service, the treatment room allows the client greater control over the likes of room…

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Platinum morgan taylor

Morgan Taylor reveals its first holographic nail lacquer range

By Helena Biggs | 14 April 2018

Six stunning new hues have been added to the Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer line; each boasting a dazzling holographic finish. The Platinum collection is the first holographic collection to be released by the brand and each lacquer is packed with iridescent shimmers. The shades are highly pigmented and serve up a…

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Karen bett's gift of confidence day with katie piper at aqua spa in the sanderson hotel, london.

Karen Betts hosts third Gift of Confidence Day

By Sophie Nutt | 13 April 2018

In honour of courageous people that have faced huge adversity in their lives, Karen Betts held her third annual Gift of Confidence Day at the Sanderson hotel in London on Wednesday. After racking up an impressive 20 years of experience in the industry, Karen Betts is one of the UK’s…

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Swoon

Book your place for Swoon Nails On Tour

By Kat Hill | 13 April 2018

Want to polish your nail art skills Swoon-style? Izabelle Hammon Ltd and brand ambassador, Lianne Clarke of Swoon Nails, have revealed a collaborative tour of workshops. Seeing four dates across the UK, locations include Barnsley on April 29, Essex on June 10, Nottingham on September 23 and Milton Keyes on…

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Nail harmony gosh 2

Great Ormond Street patients get pampered with Piggy Paint polish

By Helena Biggs | 12 April 2018

Nail Harmony UK director and esteemed tech, Georgie Smedley, brightened up the day of patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital & Children’s Charity by painting their nails using Piggy Paint nail polish. Georgie pitched up for the organisation’s Spring Party with various shades of Piggy Paint, an eco-friendly nail polish formulated…

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Spongellé spongettes

Spongellé reveals signature scent spongettes

By Kat Hill | 12 April 2018

Discover a signature scent with three new Spongellé spongettes. Available from Gerrard International, the range is sure to add an element of luxury to your retail area or be a pick-me-up treat for yourself. The  travel size spongettes buffers are enriched with extracts to cleanse, moisturise and rejuvenate the skin from head to…

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Mii powder

Finish make-up looks with Illusionist Translucent Powder from Mii Cosmetics

By Sophie Nutt | 12 April 2018

Create long-lasting and photo-ready make-up looks for clients with this translucent loose powder from Mii Cosmetics. Containing spherical particles that blur lines and banish shine, the Illusionist Translucent Powder suits all skin types and tones. Available to purchase from www.gerrardinternational.com.

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Faby opposite

Entice clients with the Opposite collection from Faby

By Sophie Nutt | 11 April 2018

Italian nail brand, Faby, has revealed its Opposite collection for spring/summer. Dedicated to ‘the beautiful and amazing complexity of womanhood’, the double-faceted collection comprises six sweet, pastel hues and six deep, seductive shades. Reflecting the diversity of women, the shades have been designed to showcase how both delicate and bold…

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Disappointed girl

Survey reveals big beauty anxiety for teen girls

By Helena Biggs | 11 April 2018

Over 30% of teenage girls feel unattractive when they are not wearing make-up, according to a study by fitness and nutrition website, Nuyoo. Following the release of figures from the Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association that reveal an increase in sales of products for the face, eyes and nails, Nuyoo…

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Needle nails

Tattoos on nails pop up in America

By Scratch Staff | 10 April 2018

An American pop-up business has spurred up intrigue by offering tattooed nail art, where the nail plate is tattooed with a design. Needle Nails, a collaborative effort between US fashion consultant, Ambie Stapleton and her tattoo artist friend, Christian Boyd, sees the nail plate inked with a needle for a look…

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All the jazz foil kit

All That Jazz launches foil nail art kit

By Kat Hill | 10 April 2018

Add intrigue with intricate gilded designs thanks to the 3d Nail Art Foil Design Kit from All That Jazz. The kit includes Black Foil Gel, a formula perfect for using with foils, as well as sugaring and pigment techniques. The gel holds its shape and place for 3D work, allowing for fine…

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Crystal nails xtreme fusion gel

UNLEASH XTREME creativity with new Crystal Nails range

By Kat Hill | 10 April 2018

Sculpt and style with the new Xtreme Fusion Gel range from Crystal Nails UK. Offering the technician great product control, the dense builder product can be easily shaped during application with the brand’s cleanser. The result sees a strong yet flexible enhancement,  the brand claims. The new 30g tube packaging aims to…

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Scratch Stars Awards finalists 2018 revealed

By Scratch Staff | 9 April 2018

THE SCRATCH STARS AWARDS 2018: MEET THE FINALISTS The results are in! See which techs, salon, teams and influencers have made the grade in the Scratch Stars Awards 2018 and count down to Scratch’s hotly anticipated Summer Party – at which the winners will be announced…   L&P Tech of…

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Ink london nails bio additions

Bio-degradable nail glitters unveiled by INK London

By Helena Biggs | 9 April 2018

British brand, INK London, has launched the Bio-additions collection; six bio-degradable nail glitters designed to help reduce the nail industry’s carbon footprint. Following from the success of the brand’s recyclable acrylic refill backs, the INK London team has been conscious of glitter particles entering water and affecting sea life, so…

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