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TOP OFF nails with new LCN product launch

By Helena Biggs | 3 June 2017

Create a high-impact nail look with LCN’s sparkly new top coat product. Ideal for retailing, the Moon Metal Top Coat contains platinum, light-reflecting particles for a shiny nail look when worn alone. It can also be used over colour to create a mesmerising multi-tonal effect. It is available individually and…

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CRYSTAL PARADE launches new crystal mix

By Helena Biggs | 3 June 2017

Add to your crystal collection with the latest launch from Crystal Parade. The new Cute Mood colour mix features 200 Swarovski crystals in shades of light rose, rose, fuchsia, white opal and AB. The mix is designed to complement Swarovski’s Crystal Pixie product in Cute Mood, which contains a 5g…

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AMELIA LILY to perform at the Scratch Summer Party

By Helena Biggs | 2 June 2017

Pop starlet and former X-Factor finalist, Amelia Lily, will be performing at Scratch Magazine’s Summer Party in July. The pretty singer – renowned for her powerful vocals – will be sure to get the party started on 23 July at Tropicana Beach Club as she performs some of her Top…

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JANE IREDALE unveils new lip gloss shades

By Helena Biggs | 1 June 2017

Jane Iredale has launched three new lip gloss shades that are ideal for retailing. Made to capture the essential summer look, the new shades include Martini, a creamy beige, Pink Lady, a creamy pink and Hot Cider, a creamy gold. All three glosses are encased in the brand’s new-look packaging,…

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IZABELLE HAMMON reveals floral-inspired nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 31 May 2017

Izabelle Hammon has unveiled four pretty pastel nail shades; available in both Calgel for pros and iZ Nail Lacquer. Inspired by pretty flowers, Blooming Beautiful features Wild Sage, a light green, Forget Me Not, a powder blue, Lily Romance, a chalky pink and Wisteria Line, a pale purple with a subtle…

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INTERNATIONAL MAKE-UP artist holds Marvelbrow Masterclass

By Helena Biggs | 31 May 2017

An international make-up artist recently hosted a Marvelbrow Masterclass for 30 Training Solutions educators. Organised by Salon System, the event saw Kamanza Amihyia demonstrate how to contour brows using a combination of three shades to suit a client’s natural colouring. She also spoke about current trends, including the demand for…

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LECENTÉ welcomes new partner, Jenny Nagorski

By Kat Hill | 31 May 2017

Lecenté has announced that nail artist, Jenny Nagorski, will be joining the brand’s team of official partners. Jenny will join Amanda Trivett in supporting and representing the brand online, at events and in some product development. “We have had our eye on Jenny for a while as her work as a nail…

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ADD LUXURY to your treatments with INFINatura Cura Heat

By Kat Hill | 29 May 2017

Add some warming indulgence to your manicures and pedicures with this candle mask. The INFINatura Cura Heat is a 100% natural candle that sees a blend of eight natural oils, including Camellia, Argan, Red Mandarin, Bergamot, Sunflower, Crambe Abyssinica, Geranium and Vitamin E. Simply light the candle to melt the wax before…

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BUILD, SHAPE and protect with iZ PRO Base & Build Gel

By Kat Hill | 29 May 2017

Protect from chips and peeling with iZ PRO Base & Build Gel. Thanks to the gel’s key ingredient, a powerful keratin bond, creates a long long lasting nail look when used as a base and topcoat The formula cures clear in 20 seconds for LED and 60 seconds for UV and can…

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TOP TECH trials Simon Jersey workwear

By Kat Hill | 28 May 2017

Want to test the latest salon workwear looks for yourself? Simon Jersey is working with beauty teams customers to test its latest designs, including Blackburn nail salon owner, Charli Jepson. The first of its beauty testers is Charli Jepson, owner of Charli and the Beauty Factory in Blackburn. She and…

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Handirest mint green 300

HANDIREST LTD launch mint green option

By Helena Biggs | 27 May 2017

The iconic Handirest is now available in a soft mint green shade. A salon staple, this latex-free cushion is designed to stabilise a client’s hand during a manicure, allowing nail technicians to achieve a precise finish. As well as mint green, the Handirest is available in purple, black, pink and…

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SANITISE UNDERNEATH nails with handy Freshnails product

By Helena Biggs | 26 May 2017

An ideal retail item as well as pre-treatment product, sanitise underneath the free edge of the nail with a helping hand from Freshnails. The tool contains a formula of alcohol and all-natural ingredients to kill 99.9% of germs underneath the free edge, and is suitable for use on all nail…

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NYFW inspires new stamping plates from Yours & CND™

By Helena Biggs | 26 May 2017

Simple yet effective nail art meets innovation in a new collaboration CND™ and popular nail art brand, :Yours. This limited edition stamping plate takes inspiration from NYFW SS17 where CND™ featured on the catwalks for Alice + Olivia and Libertine to delivery runway styles direct to you and your clients. From flamboyant flamingos and palm…

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BAYWATCH COLOUR COLLECTION by Artistic Nail Design makes a splash

By Helena Biggs | 25 May 2017

Don your swimmers – it’s time to make a splash with the colourful Baywatch collection from Artistic Nail Design. The brand has collaborated with the soon-to-be-released film – in cinemas 29 May – to launch six sizzling summer shades, available in Colour Gloss and Colour Revolution. Dive into the aquamarine Resting…

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COURSE BITES: CND SHELLAC™ Conversion with Sweet Squared

By Kat Hill | 25 May 2017

Course Details: Convert to CND Shellac system in one day. Attendees will explore the system through theory and practical learning and learn the science and technology of SHELLAC™  and UV light, P.E.P, SHELLAC™  Application in single colour and french, as well as correct removal. Duration: One day, 10:00am – 4:30pm Location: Nationwide, on various dates Requirements: The…

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