Dancing On Ice: Nail Designs – Week 2
Hi Scratch readers! I’m back again for another jam-packed week of nail art behind the scenes at Dancing On Ice. This week I had the help of my assistant Hannah, of @bananasbeauty_, as we had lots of nail looks to create – from full sets to intricate nail art. Hannah is amazing…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Hayley J’s Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Hayley, of Hayley J’s Nails, wears a sparkling glitter ombre nail look. “The Gel Bottle Inc BIAB Baby was used for the nude base, which I set the loose multi cut glitter into before curing and then encapsulated it using…
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Dancing On Ice: Nail Designs – Week 1
Maddy Rooke, celebrity nail technician, reveals the backstage antics and nail looks from ITV’s Dancing On Ice… Hey Scratch readers! I’m back for the third year in a row to bring you the latest nail looks from this year’s Dancing On Ice series. I can already tell this year is going to be a good…
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Spotlight on: Vu Nail Systems
Vu Nail Systems was created by salon owner & educator, Tracy Nash, to meet the nail needs of pros. “During my time as the owner of RJ Vu Nails & Beauty I have regularly sought products that would allow my salon team and I to take our creative ideas to the next…
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MANI MONDAY: New Year glam
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Whatever your clients’ plans are this New Year’s Eve, ensure they have a glam nail look to see them through into 2020. This navy, nude and gold embellished design by Emme (of @emme_nail) oozes sophistication and glamour…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Katie Foster, Nomad Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Katie Foster, of Nomad Beauty, wears a super sparkly galaxy design on her nails. “These nails were based on a galaxy theme! I created them using Magpie Beauty products. I started with a couple of layers of Give Me Strength,…
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How to ensure a correct gel polish cure – and why it’s so important
Do your nail files or dust filings look like this when you are performing a gel polish removal? If so, your gel polish was not properly cured. Let’s discuss some possible reasons why this may happen. There’s a big difference between ‘cured’ and ‘properly cured’ and it can be difficult…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hayley Winder, Hair, Nails & Beauty Educator
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hayley Winder, of Hayley Winder, Hair, Nails & Beauty Educator, reveals Christmas glitters have been popular with her clients recently. “This design is proving popular due to its classic Christmas colour palette and people love this particular glitter combination…
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MANI MONDAY: Under the mistletoe
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Christmas nail designs are out in full force, with clients sporting fully festive sets or making a subtle nod to the joyous season. Social media is now bursting with Christmas nail looks created by talented techs, with…
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MANI MONDAY: Cute Christmas
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! It’s officially December, which means there is no holding back when it comes to festive nail designs. Laura Easby has stolen our hearts and fired up our festive feels with this super cute Christmas design featuring hand…
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Multi award-winning tech reveals own gel polish range
Esteemed UK educator and tech, Gemma Lambert, has unveiled Gems Nail Systems – her own brand of professional nail products. Two years in the making, the first products to be released under the Gems Nails Systems name are gel polishes. There are 25 shades in the range, alongside a UV/LED…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Oksana Smirnova, Oksana Salon
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Oksana Smirnova, of Oksana Salon, reveals dark metallic nail looks have been popular with her clients recently. “I think this nail design is very popular because it uses dark magical colours, everyone is tired of bright summer colours and,…
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Enhance nail designs with NSI Glaze ‘N’ Go Top Coats
NSI has revealed the Glaze ‘N’ Go Shimmering and Matte Top Coats. The NSI Glaze ‘N’ Go Shimmer Top Coat is available in Glistening or Soft Pink for a sparkling, ultra-shine finish, just in time for party season. The NSI Glaze ‘N’ Go Matte Top Coat is designed to leave…
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Orly reveals icy Arctic Frost nail colour collection for winter
Orly has revealed its shimmering Arctic Frost collection for a chic take on winter manicures. Available in Orly nail lacquer and Orly GelFX formulas, the six-piece collection includes: Below Zero Cold Shoulder Frost Smitten Gilded Glow Ice Breaker Snow Worries The collection features subtle shimmers, icy hues and full on…
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Get arty & ease application with new Halo Gel Polish Brush
Pure Nails has launched the Halo Gel Polish Brush in Size 6, allowing techs to create a variety of nail designs. Ideal for using with the Halo Gel Polish formula in a pot, launched with the brand’s ‘Twas The Night collection, techs can use the brush to create full coverage…
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