CND™ creates statement nail looks for Gareth Pugh’s The Reconstruction
Gareth Pugh has presented his SS21 runway collection as a ‘visual concept album’ titled The Reconstruction; for which Lauren Michelle Pires used CND™ to create an array of statement nail designs. Featuring 13 looks inspired by 13 iconic songs, the collection has been captured in 13 stills and 13 explosive…
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CND™ unveils 6 earthy nail shades for autumn
CND™ has launched six nail shades for autumn 2020, available in both Shellac™ gel polish and Vinylux™ long wear polish formulas. Inspired by the succulent flavours and crisp foliage of autumn, the Autumn Addict collection features a mix of earthy tones and subtle shades to suit a variety of tastes.…
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CND™ adds limited edition nail shade to Shellac™ range
Designed to embody the playful, carefree memories of growing up, CND™ has launched Happy Child, a limited edition shade in its CND Shellac™ formula. The soft, blush pink shade should be applied over CND Shellac™ Base Coat in two coats, curing between each coat before applied desired CND Shellac™ Top…
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Lauren McBride hailed Nail Tech of the Year 2020 at the British Hair & Beauty Awards
Bournemouth-based nail tech, Lauren McBride, has been crowned Nail Tech of the Year 2020 at the British Hair & Beauty Awards. Having trained 17 years ago under CND educator, Jacqui Jefford, Lauren’s salon journey truly began as a Saturday girl at the age of 13, before she took up nail…
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#NOWTRENDING: Sunflower nails by Maise Poultney, Maisie Leah Nails
Maisie Poultney, of Maisie Leah Nails, shares her love for the nail industry, her career story so far and how she created these oh-so pretty sunflower nails… “I have been qualified in Calgel since 2015 but I only really did nails for my friends and family,” explains Maisie. “I started…
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Kirsty Algouneh places in international CND™ educator contest
UK CND™ education ambassador, Kirsty Algouneh, has been awarded third place in its the brand’s international educator contest. CND™ EAs from around the world were invited to enter, with the theme being ‘Springtime’. Firstly, the CND™ experts were challenged to create a nail art look utilising the shades from the English…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Sherrie Farris, Sherrie’s Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sherrie Farris, of Sherrie’s Nails, wears a pretty pastel bumblebee and daisy-inspired design. “I’ve always loved pastel yellow nails but personally never been brave enough to wear it… Lockdown gave me the opportunity to try it and I love it!…
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Victoria Adams on her love for neutral nails & being a glitter make-up artist
Scratch chats to Victoria Adams, owner of Lemonade Beauty, about her love for the nail industry, being a glitter make-up artist and relocating her salon just before the UK lockdown… “I trained in nails in 2018 at a salon school in Kent,” explains Victoria. “I then went on to further my…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Hayley McCabe
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Hayley McCabe, wears a sparkling golden glitter French. “I have had short nails for a while and so sculpted enhancements using the Lecenté Create Builder Gel. I added one coat of CND Shellac in Negligee and encapsulated Lecenté…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Jemma Ball, Jemma Elizabeth Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Jemma Ball, of Jemma Elizabeth Beauty, wears a dainty butterfly nail look for spring. “I created the nails by using a base of CND Shellac™ in Bouquet – it’s the perfect semi-sheer pinky nude base. I then painted the butterfly…
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Helen Burton-Ward on allergy prevention
Scratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year 2019 and CND™ education ambassador, Helen-Burton Ward, shares her advice to preventing allergies… Allergies and overexposure are widespread issues within the industry. An allergy may develop as a response to the improper application or cure of a nail system, or sensitivity to certain…
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Coronavirus: Sweet Squared donates 200 bottles of CND™ hand lotion to NHS
Sweet Squared has donated 200 bottles of CNDTM Gardenia Woods Spa Lotion to the British Vogue Hands On Appeal. The Hands On Appeal sees brands coming together to donate much needed products to the NHS frontline battling Covid-19. Hand lotion is urgently needed for NHS staff, with many suffering from dry, sore hands due to…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Jemma Elizabeth Beauty, Stoke-on-Trent
Having forged a successful solo career, Jemma Ball knew the time was right to settle with a permanent base for her beauty business. Jemma Elizabeth Beauty boasts far more than a pretty face with its inky blue and blush pink scheme, as, with a combination of Jemma’s savvy business skills…
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Cool pastels & elegant neutrals combine for CND™ spring collection
CND™ has revealed the English Garden collection ready for spring. Six soft and delicate shades inspired by a quintessential English garden make up the collection, which sees a selection of cool pastels and elegant neutrals. The romantic collection features a feminine palette, ideal for clients as they begin to switch…
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CND™ adds 15 shades to Shellac™ range
CND™ has added 15 much-loved Vinylux™ shades to its Shellac™ range of colours. Ideal for clients seeking a longer wear-time, Shellac™ sees easy application thanks to its ergonomic brush, as well as 14+ day nail colour and five minute removal for the client. Scroll down to see the new shades! Available via…
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