Megan Fox’s manicurist just confirmed vampire nails as the hottest Halloween trend for 2024
What are vampire nails? Well, think red, black and dark hues with silver, chrome details – a manicure that’s perfectly fitting for autumn and Halloween season. Megan Fox’s manicurist, Brittney Boyce, created this look for the actress, which was greeted by enthusiasm from fellow nail enthusiasts. One user commented, “Vampire…
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Need to stock up on nail salon essentials? The GelBottle Inc has you covered
The GelBottle Inc has unveiled its Salon Essentials collection, a range of professional-grade products to assist the daily needs of nail pros. The brand has also welcomed the addition of ProBits to its portfolio:a selection of E-file bits and accessories for enhanced accuracy and ease of filing. Salon Essentials Over…
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OPI collaborates with Wicked movie on bewitching nail colour collection
Nail enthusiasts can choose from 21 spellbinding nail colours in the OPI x Wicked collection, released for the holiday season. Inspired by the Universal Pictures’ musical movie, Wicked – in cinemas 22 November, the collection features 12 colour-matched shades in OPI Nail Lacquer and the reformulated GelColor formula, featuring Intelli-Gel…
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Pro Beauty North Nail Competitions 2024: THE RESULTS
The Professional Beauty North (PB North) exhibition took place in Manchester Central, 29-30 September, and hosted a variety of nail competitions for professionals and students. The judging board was chaired by Marian Newman BEM, with Jacqui O’Sullivan head judge and her and Sean O’Sullivan competition directors. Also judging were Kirsty…
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Want to improve focus & aid precision at the nail desk? You need this Slimline Lamp from The Daylight Company
Improve your focus and aid precise nail styling with Slimline 4™ from The Daylight Company: a sleek, stylish and essential lamp for your nail space. Whether you’re snapping a nailfie for social media or creating intricate art on your client’s fingertips, great lighting is essential. Poor lighting can result in…
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Junk nails: What is the maximalist manicure trend seen at Fashion Week?
Junk nails have dominated Fashion Week runways, replacing the clean girl aesthetic with nails covered in mix ‘n’ match, 3D embellishments. Junk nails are essentially anything you would find in that ‘junk drawer’ everyone has, stuck onto a manicure. From Hello Kitty charms, jewels and beads down to paper clips,…
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Introducing TGB Spa: the luxury Brighton beauty space from the founder of The GelBottle Inc
Daisy Kalnina, founder of The GelBottle Inc (TGB) nail brand and travel and interiors business, by DKollection, has merged her two passions to create TGB Spa. The ‘minimalist meets modern chic’ spa is based in the centre of Brighton, with the location inspiring Daisy to launch the luxurious space. “I…
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Struggling with work-life balance as a beauty pro & mum? This Facebook group can help
Are you a busy mother running a nail/beauty business, who wants to achieve a healthy work-life balance and earn an amazing income? Home salon owner, Kate Joyner, established Facebook group, The Balanced Beauty Bosses, for you. “I wanted to create a safe space for women to connect with like-minded business…
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Nail tech launches mini 3D slogan signs to brighten nail desks
Adelina Walker, owner of Stoke-on-Trent home salon, Hello Beautiful Nail Bar, has created mini nail desk signs for fellow pros. The Magpie Beauty brand ambassador manufactures the 3D printed products with her husband and notes: “Our mission is simple: to create beautiful, high-quality signs that reflect the unique spirit of…
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5 nail trends spotted at London Fashion Week SS25
London Fashion Week (LFW) marked its 40th anniversary this month, with a digital-physical hybrid schedule of designers. As well as showcasing clothing styles set to dominate the spring/summer 2025 season, five key nail trends caught our eyes… 1. Sparkling embellishments According to LFW, we’ll be dazzling our way through the…
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Top 40 announced in North America’s Star Nail Artist contest: Season 1
An impressive 30,000 nail artists across Canada, the USA and Mexico expressed interest in the first season of North America’s Star Nail Artist contest, and the top 40 techs – who will compete for a grand prize – have been revealed. Powered by the team behind Scratch magazine and Nailympia…
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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap September 2024
The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge for September has been announced as Alisha Francois. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Swatch & Style (show your fabric inspiration next to the matching nail look), in the bid to win a prize from The Manicure Company.…
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Want to elevate your nail art? Award-winning pro unveils memberships for all skill levels
The World’s Star Nail Artist 2023, Katy Pottle, has announced the Sparkle Squad: a membership programme to empower nail artists. “Having worked as a nail tech for over 22 years, I know firsthand the challenges and triumphs that come with mastering nail art, says Katy Pottle. “After winning The World’s…
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Celebrity manicurist shares how to create Quinta Brunson’s glam Emmys nail look
Los Angeles played host to the 76th Emmy Awards on Sunday (15 September), which recognised excellence in the 2023-2024 television season. American actress, comedian, writer, producer & Emmys nominee, Quinta Brunson – who is known for comedy series, Abbott Elementary, turned heads with an eye-catching manicure, created by Temeka Jackson…
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Nailympia San Antonio 2024: THE RESULTS
The second edition of Nailympia San Antonio was held within the Premiere San Antonio trade exhibition, 15-16 September 2024, and welcomed 44 competitors from five countries: the USA, Argentina, Portugal, Germany and Poland. There were six live arena and four turn-in categories spanning three divisions, which were judged by an…
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