Booksy to host night of inspiration & education for nail, hair & lash pros
On 20 June, appointment scheduling brand Booksy is teaming up with Wahl to offer a unique night of inspiration, education and entertainment in Bristol – free for nail artists, lash techs, hairdressers and barbers to attend. Hosted by popular comedian, actor and writer, Catherine Bohart, the event gives beauty pros…
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NHBF survey reveals 28% increase in hair & beauty businesses with a steady footfall
The National Hair and Beauty Federation (NHBF) has published its State of the Industry Survey for the first quarter of 2022, which gathered views from 913 UK businesses in the personal care sector. This follows a report by the trade association published earlier in May, which highlighted ‘a skills crisis for…
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Nominate now: CEW to sponsor student placement on Cosmetic Scientist course
CEW UK (Cosmetic Executive Women) has announced its sponsorship of a student place on the Society of Cosmetic Scientists (SCS) Diploma in Cosmetic Science, starting in October 2022. The CEW Caroline Neville Scholarship 2022 has been launched in recognition of the huge contribution CEW Executive President Caroline Neville MBE has…
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Create strong & timeless nail looks with 6 core acrylic powders from Glitterbels
Adding to its L&P acrylic nail system, Staffordshire based nail brand, Glitterbels, has launched six nude and pink core powders. Honey Buff, Sugar Rose and Perfect Pearl have been added to the brand’s nail product portfolio, alongside three matching shimmer powders for clients that want extra glitz from their nail…
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Want to partner with top beauty brands on social media? Community X SEEN can help
SEEN Group has launched Community X SEEN, a beauty advocacy platform that is giving content creators the opportunity to partner with leading global beauty brands and make their mark on the world of social media. The platform was launched in response to the rapidly evolving social media landscape and already…
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Gelcare gel polish continues collaboration with photographer Gab Bois for SS22
Established in 2019, Canadian nail brand, Gelcare, was created by Emlie Sanscartier, founder of the popular Le Manoir nail salon. Emilie’s time in the salon allowed her to bring her expertise as a nail artist and salon owner to her brand, which has announced a second collaboration with fellow Montreal artist,…
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Nailchemy serves up holiday vibes with 3 vibrant nail colour collections
Whether clients are beginning to jet off on holiday or just want to dream of summer days through their nails, it’s time to ensure you can create the perfect mojito-sipping mani and poolside-ready pedi. Get prepped for summer 2022 with Nailchemy‘s three nail collections, in gel polish, glitter and acrylic…
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CND™ unveils 7-piece Pro Skincare range for hand & foot treatments
CND™ has unveiled Pro Skincare, a professional range of skincare-inspired spa products to elevate hand and foot treatments. The vegan, eco-friendly range will launch in the UK on 31 May 2022 and has been co-developed with skincare experts and nail professionals. All seven products are housed in 100% recycled packaging.…
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Nailympia Germany 2022: WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Nailympia Competitions, in association with Scratch magazine, has announced the winners of Nailympia Germany 2022, the first live Nailympia competition in two years. The international nail competition welcomed 49 competitors from 13 countries and took place at Beauty Düsseldorf, Germany. The event will combine scores held from Nailympia Canada 2019 and Nailympia London 2022 to announce the champion of…
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Nail Nerds competition launches to ignite creativity amongst nail community
‘Nail Nerds’, a community group on Facebook, has launched a nail art competition running online from 7 May until 19 June 2022. “We want to bring to nail community together, and rekindle a passion for nails.” comments Nail Nerds admin, Lauren Nicholson. “Lockdown hit us all hard, and we want…
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Sculpt & shape nails with NSI’s 8 Balance Elite Hard Gels
NSI has unveiled the Balance Elite system; eight HEMA-free hard gels designed for all levels of nail technician. Researched, developed and manufactured by NSI in the USA, the gels have a self-levelling formula and will still in place while sculpting. Suitable to create any length of nail enhancement, the gels…
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Millie Kendall honoured with OBE at Buckingham Palace ceremony
Millie Kendall, British Beauty Council CEO & co-founder of Brandstand Communications, received an OBE for services to hair and beauty on 4 May at a Buckingham Palace ceremony. Kendall, who has over 30 years’ experience creating and marketing beauty brands, was originally awarded an MBE in 2007 for services to…
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Be spring-ready with 6 pastel Magnetic Nail Design shades
Magnetic Nail Design has expanded its range of cruelty-free and vegan Blush Blend Gels, adding six pretty brush-on pastel shades, ideal for spring styling. The 15ml builder gels with hint of colour are ideal for enhancing and strengthening nails. They can be worn alone, without colour on top, or with…
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Oh. My. Gawd. The Sally Hansen X Friends nail colour collection is here
American nail and beauty brand, Sally Hansen, has unveiled a 10-piece nail polish collection inspired by hit TV show, Friends™. Partnering with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, the collection celebrates top moments from the ’90s sitcom, with each shade taking its inspiration from one of the most-loved moments from the programme’s…
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Dazzle bridal clients with Nail & Beauty Excellence’s 6 wedding-ready gel polish shades
Nail and Beauty Excellence, the pro nail brand founded and directed by multi award-winning nail tech and 2022 Scratch Stars finalist for L&P Tech of the Year, Jade Barber, has launched a bridal colour collection. The collection boasts six stunning Gel Excellence shades, ranging from pearly shimmers and glitters to…
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