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Style savvy? Astonishing Nails’ autumn/winter gel polish collection is made for fashionistas

By Rebecca Hitchon | 19 October 2021

To mark the autumn/winter season, professional acrylic and gel systems brand Astonishing Nails has released a gel polish collection inspired by autumn/winter 2021 Fashion Week trends. One in A Million comprises six shades, ranging from rich green to mustard yellow, which reflect the colours dominating the runway and street style…

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Ready to party? Take a peek at OPI’s 15 celebration-themed nail shades

By Emma Hobday | 16 October 2021

OPI has introduced its Celebration nail colour collection, featuring 12 limited edition crèmes and shimmers and three confetti-like glitters; perfect for the holiday season and to celebrate the brand’s 40th anniversary. “Our 40th anniversary celebratory year goes out with a bang as we revel in the most special time of…

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Haircuts4Homeless launches Crowdfunder for book that will give 100% of proceeds to the charity

By Rebecca Hitchon | 15 October 2021

The charity Haircuts4Homeless, which works to give homeless people a confidence boost and make them feel less isolated through a haircut, has launched a Crowdfunder page to raise funds for the printing costs of a book, which will see all proceeds going to the charity. ‘Hear Me, See Me’ is…

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Lecenté marks 10th anniversary with 21 nail art product launches

By Helena Biggs | 15 October 2021

Kent-based nail art brand, Lecenté is marking its 10th anniversary with the launch of 21 striking products. The Anniversary Collection welcomes six Lecenté Create gel polish shades, 10 Multi Glitz glitters and five Rainbow Chrome Powders. “It’s time to celebrate the good times with this fun, party-themed collection; inspired by…

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NHBF wins award for commitment to beauty industry & response to Covid-19

By Emma Hobday | 14 October 2021

The National Hair and Beauty Federation (NHBF) has been recognised at the Association Excellence Awards for its commitment to the hair and beauty industry and its response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The NHBF was presented with the Bronze Award for Best Covid-19 Crisis Response, which celebrates the essential work that the hair and beauty industry’s largest trade organisation has done on…

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Light Elegance unveils 12 nail colours for autumn inspired by travel

By Rebecca Hitchon | 14 October 2021

Are you dreaming of visiting faraway places? Let Light Elegance take you on a journey with its autumn 2021 collection Venture Into Beauty – 12 shades inspired by the beauty of travel and discovering new landscapes. Rich browns and taupes make up the collection, which is available in Colour and…

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Indiana nail tech scoops Season 8 NAILS Next Top Artist (NTNA) title

By Rebecca Hitchon | 14 October 2021

The NAILS Next Top Nail Artist (NTNA) competition (Season 8) concluded on 4 October, with Emily Nash (@nailsbyem) announced as the winner following 10 weeks of weekly challenges. The online nail art and design competition, launched by NAILS magazine and sponsored by CND, aims to showcase the world’s most talented…

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Cosy up with HD Pro Nails’ 8-piece Winter Warmers acrylic powder collection

By Rebecca Hitchon | 13 October 2021

Multi award-winning and globally renowned nail artist, Hazel Dixon, has extended her line of nail products, with the Winter Warmers acrylic powder collection for autumn/winter 2021. Comprising eight pre-mixed flat and shimmer coloured acrylics with a velvety smooth finish, the hues to help clients embrace the new season while staying…

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Show that you’re a Nail Boss with NAF! PRO workwear & accessories

By Rebecca Hitchon | 13 October 2021

NAF! PRO, supplier of retail and pro products for nailists, has added four items to its ‘merch’ range. Joining its existing line of aprons and tops is a striped long-sleeved ‘Tough As Nails’ top and a snuggly ‘NailBoss’ hoodie, available in pastel pink and grey in sizes S to XXL.…

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Sweet Squared launches Academy2 platform to inspire & educate beauty pros

By Rebecca Hitchon | 13 October 2021

Nail and beauty distributor & training provider, Sweet Squared, has launched education platform Academy2 to make learning more accessible for industry professionals. The platform offers Sweet Squared’s award-winning HABIA (Hair and Beauty Industry Authority) accredited course programme, with a mix of online and in-person teaching. This allows more professionals to…

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Get a holiday feeling with Magnetic’s 6 rich gel polish shades

By Helena Biggs | 8 October 2021

Have you been dreaming of a holiday? Indulge in the decadent shades of Magnetic’s Picnic in France gel polish collection and dream of Champagne and strolls along the Champs-Élysées… The six rich and sophisticated hues take tones from summer but make them oh-so autumn friendly. Choose from Champagne Yellow, Foulard…

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Glitterbels launches 2 nail glitters in aid of The Azaylia Foundation

By Emma Hobday | 7 October 2021

Glitterbels is supporting the efforts of children’s cancer charity, The Azaylia Foundation, by creating a premixed glitter and a lion shaped loose glitter for nails. The two products have been designed in honour of Azaylia Diamond Cain, who became known as the ‘Little Lion’ during her brave battle with cancer…

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MPs demand restoration of £30 billion beauty industry

By Emma Hobday | 7 October 2021

The All Party Parliamentary Group on Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing (the APPG), Chaired by Carolyn Harris MP and Judith Cummins MP, publishes a Call to Action following its inquiry into the sector’s recovery from Covid-19. The MPs launched the inquiry following concerns from industry leaders that the sector was still…

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Beauty Backed Trust launches grant programme to support beauty pros

By Helena Biggs | 7 October 2021

The Beauty Backed Trust, which aims to assist those that work in the beauty industry, has launched its first grant programme to continue to support the the industry following the Covid-19 pandemic. Two grants are available for those that need extra support and guidance while they get back on their…

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The Great Scratch Shoot Out 2021: THE RESULTS

By Chloe Randall | 4 October 2021

After a whopping 67 entries for this year’s The Great Scratch Shoot Out, the winners have been revealed… The top three prizes and the winner of the Voter’s Choice accolade were revealed at Olympia Beauty as well as via a live stream on our social media platforms. The top three…

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