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Instagram-inspired collection by Jessica Nails launches in Phenom formula

By Helena Biggs | 10 October 2017

Inspired by social media hashtags and street style, Jessica has launched its #Instastyle autumn/winter collection in the Phenom formula. The three shades; #Streetwear, #Outfitoftheday and #Lovethislook, are cool crèmes that offer a long lasting, high shine finish. The shades are used in the three-step system; which involves applying base coat,…

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Star Nails by United Beauty reveals dipping system for nails

By Helena Biggs | 9 October 2017

Star Nails has added a dip powder system to its portfolio, providing a speedy way to apply permanent colour to the nail. The system utilises adhesive gel and a brush on activator with finely milled acrylic powders to create beautiful nails that last a minimum of 14 days. Quick and easy…

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Magpie Beauty reveals new collection

By Kat Hill | 9 October 2017

Magpie Beauty has revealed its autumn collection for 2017 – seeing six new glitters perfect f0r seasonal nail art and designs. The line-up includes: Jessica – a fiery copper, orange holographic in size .008 Mellisa – purpled holographic mix in medium size mix Charlotte – rose gold metallic mix in mixed sizes Isabel – an…

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Spruce up your salon with REM

By Kat Hill | 7 October 2017

Spruce up your mani desk with the Infiniti Nail Station from REM. Available with or without storage, the desk can be customised to any REM colour meaning there’s a look to suit every salon set-up. It also boasts the REM three year warranty. Infiniti features an advanced air filter system as standard, as…

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Holiday Hangover nail colour collection arrives from Artistic Nail Design

By Helena Biggs | 6 October 2017

Help clients get through the festive season with the Holiday Hangover collection from Artistic Nail Design. Featuring metallic and glitter hues available in both Colour Gloss and Colour Revolution, snap up the shades for perfect party manicures. “These glitter & metallic shades complement any holiday accessory,” comments Alisha Rimando, Artistic Nail…

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MII continues global expansion

By Kat Hill | 6 October 2017

Gerrard International and creators of Mii Cosmetics, has announced two exclusive new international distributors for Mii. Beauty Sense will cover the Czech and Slovak Republics, while AdVision will work with the The Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. With these two new distributor partners, Mii is now available in…

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Nailympia London 2017 winners announced!

By Helena Biggs | 4 October 2017

Last weekend saw three intense days as competitors travelled from 32 countries to compete in Nailympia London, held at Olympia Beauty. In the biggest Nailympia competition to date, techs took to the floor to show off their skills in 12 categories including Runway Nails, Salon Nails, Fantasy Complete Look and…

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THE GREAT SCRATCH SHOOT OUT 2017: The Results

By Kat Hill | 2 October 2017

The results are in for Scratch’s annual photographic competition! After a recording breaking amount of entries at 77, the winner has been been crowned and the judging have revealed the top three entries. The judging panel scored the entries, but looking at a criteria including originality and execution of concept, instant impact, clarity…

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Sorbet Salons opens fifth location

By Kat Hill | 1 October 2017

South African salon chain, Sorbet Salons, is celebrating the opening of its fifth UK location. Based in North London’s Temple Fortune, the salon is part of the 190 beauty salon worldwide network. To celebrate the new opening on September 25, the salon will be offering 25% off all treatments for the…

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Raiser of standards to launch management courses for hair & beauty

By Helena Biggs | 30 September 2017

CEO and founder of PHAB Standard, Nergish Wadia-Austin, has returned from a five-year sabbatical to offer business management training courses to the hair and beauty industries. From January 2018, Nergish will be providing an updated curriculum of training courses for hair & beauty salon, spa, nail bar and barbershop managers…

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Margaret Dabbs adds to polish range

By Kat Hill | 29 September 2017

Margaret Dabbs London has revealed a quartet of shades for the autumn. The new addition to the foot care specialist’s range of products sees a formula containing vitamin E and wild rose botanical extract. The polish also leaves the scent of wild roses on the wear’s  nails. The new colours…

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COURSE BITES: OPI Professional Absolute Acrylic 

By Kat Hill | 28 September 2017

Course Details: If you are looking to expand your treatment menu, this course is an ideal starting point for acrylic beginners. Attendees to the course will learn: Structure of the nail and physiology & anatomy of the hand & arm; Full client consultation; Salon hygiene, COSSH and sanitation; Contraindications, diseases and…

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INK London goes green with recyclable packaging

By Kat Hill | 28 September 2017

Ink London has revealed new recyclable refill packs for its Acrylink Cover Powder range. From October 1st, professional customers will be able to buy in bulk and refill Acrylink Jars, rather than purchase new jars each time. 100g bags and 1KG salon size bags will be available. Start shopping at…

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Love Island’s Kem opens new-look Sally Beauty store

By Helena Biggs | 26 September 2017

Love Island heartthrob, Kem Cetinay, cut the ribbon of the new-look Sally Beauty store in High Wycombe in front of excited customers and alongside blogger, Eltoria. Located on 19 Queens Square, this branch is the very first ‘Sally Beauty’ store which has had a significant makeover to make shopping even easier…

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Debenhams announces investment in on-demand beauty app, blow LTD.

By Helena Biggs | 25 September 2017

Debenhams has made an investment in on demand beauty services provider, blow LTD., to accelerate its presence in the £4bn beauty services market. The company’s minority stake will give it a disruptive proposition in the beauty services market via a tech-enabled service provider. It also creates a new distribution channel…

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