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Beauty group pens letter to uphold EU Cosmetics animal testing bans

By Alex Fox | 2 December 2020

Natura &Co joins  PETA and Cruelty Free Europe’s the call to uphold landmark EU cosmetics animal test bans. Consumers are invited to show their purchasing power this festive season and choose ethical cosmetics brands.  The world’s fourth-largest pure-play beauty group, Natura &Co, has signed an open letter sent today to decision-makers…

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Add shimmer & shine to nails with :YOURS winter elements

By Chloe Randall | 2 December 2020

Create nail finishes that shimmer and shine with the Holy Nights Elements range of pigments from :YOURS Cosmetics. The collection features five hues, with Green Forest, Orange Fire and Silver Stone including shimmering elements.  Red Romance and Purple Velvet have also joined the colour effect pigments to fit the festive…

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Hook tool launches to prevent fingers touching shared surfaces

By Alex Fox | 1 December 2020

The pandemic has affected us all differently, from our habits and ideals, to our day to day performing of everyday tasks. With this new landscape in mind, a designer from the UAE has developed a product that brings about a level of calm. Instead of fretting about who’s touched a…

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NAF! Stuff Pro reveals retail programme

By Kat Hill | 1 December 2020

Nail care brand, NAF! Stuff, has relaunched its Affiliate Programme, meaning nail & beauty businesses can offer retail-friendly products from the brand to clients. Created to help NAFIA Pro’s to earn extra income whether they’re in or out of the salon, the professional receives a unique discount code to share…

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Tempt clients with Zoya’s 10 winter nail polish shades

By Chloe Randall | 1 December 2020

Zoya has unveiled its winter collection, Intriguing, which has landed for the festive season. This collection, which comprises 10 shades, offers a wide range of winter-themed shades and finishes including metallic greens, wintery blue micro-shimmers, and red-toned purple creams. The shades available: Nico – celadon-toned pearl with a touch of…

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Sign Up to Join the Second Nail Safari 2021

By Alex Fox | 30 November 2020

The second Nail Safari event has been scheduled for Monday 15 – Friday 19 November 2021 and is open for bookings. With such positive feedback from delegates who attended the original event hosted back in November 2019, it was decided a second event should take place, however the pandemic put…

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Stay on trend this season with Kure Bazaar’s winter nail colours

By Chloe Randall | 30 November 2020

Kure Bazaar has unveiled its winter collection, comprising three chic colours. The nail polishes have a formula that is up to 90% bio-sourced, as well as enriched with extracts of bamboo and vitamin E. The shades are also vegan friendly. The shades available: Couture – classic red Flamingo – rose…

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Marian Newman BEM founds Federation of Nail Professionals to raise sector standards

By Helena Biggs | 28 November 2020

Nail industry and education advocate, Marian Newman BEM, and a board of industry peers, have officially launched The Federation of Nail Professionals (The FNP) today (28 November). The not-for-profit organisation is focused on supporting and raising the standards of practice, education, knowledge and development for UK nail professionals. The initial…

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Create speedy Christmas nail designs with :Yours Holy Nights Stamping Plates

By Chloe Randall | 27 November 2020

:Yours has launched two double-sided winter 2020 stamping plates as part of its Holy Nights collection. Following on from last winter’s :Yours Loves YOU collection, these plates have been designed in collaboration with nail techs from across the globe. The stamping plates are inspired by the colder months of winter,…

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6 scarlet gel polishes added to NSI Pro Polish range

By Kat Hill | 26 November 2020

NSI Nails has added six new scarlet shades to its Pro Polish gel polish system. The Polish Pro Winter Collection includes new shades of red to ensure there’s a festive shade to suit all. Presented in a 15ml bottle, the formula sees an easy, brush-on application. The gel polish boasts…

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Dazzle this season with 3 party-inspired Halo gel polish shades

By Helena Biggs | 26 November 2020

While parties may not quite be on the agenda for 2020, consider some feel-good nail shades to dazzle & catch eyes. Pure Nails has launched three Halo Gel Polish shades infused with confetti in a New Year’s Eve collection. NYE Party features a blue base with chunky glitter, Cheers! has…

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Fingernail Fashion: Create a Utensil to eat Caviar

By Alex Fox | 25 November 2020

Calling all nail stylists that fancy a fun challenge! Pearl Street Caviar is inviting techs to create a ‘utensil’ on the end of the finger with which to eat caviar. For far too long, etiquette has ruled supreme, stifling how and when people enjoy caviar. The truth is, there is…

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The Beautyco Club launches to support beauty industry

By Chloe Randall | 25 November 2020

Beauty entrepreneur, Jayd Linney, has launched The Beautyco Club to bring the beauty industry together and serve up support during an extremely difficult time. The concept arrived at the beginning of the second lockdown in England and was launched via Facebook. The aim is to remove the fear of ‘reaching…

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Nail artist & SNA Professional collaborate to develop 5 rich gel paints

By Helena Biggs | 24 November 2020

SNA Professional has collaborated with popular nail artist, Kirstan Hart, to launch HARTPASTE, a collection of five rich gel paints. Create striking nail art looks with ease with the thick consistency and opaque quality of the formula. The gel paints can be used for full coverage looks, to ombré or…

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Sam Biddle to Host Online Education Platform

By Alex Fox | 24 November 2020

Be Inspired is your new home for online education & a way to share and shine. Nail artist, international educator, judge, mentor & expert, Sam Biddle is known industry-wide to innovate and adjust, pivoting her business to accommodate the growing needs of the industry. Over the years she’s created a…

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