Cnd nudes

How to select the perfect nude nail colour for your client

By Sophie Nutt | 26 July 2018

Barely-there hues are always in style and the sophisticated nude nail look continues to flourish across the runways, on celebrity fingertips and in the salon. Favoured by many for its ‘clean’ look and ability to complement any ensemble – without overpowering, nude nails will never go out of style –…

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Be the soul of the party with NSI Polish Pro New Orleans Night Life collection

By Sophie Nutt | 25 July 2018

NSI has revealed the New Orleans Night Life collection in brush on, soak off Polish Pro formula. Featuring bold hues to transform clients into the star of any party, this collection sees six eye-catching shades. The collection includes: Bourbon Street – coral with a gold shimmer French Quarter – bright…

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Salon system photoshoot

Behind the scenes: Salon System brand photoshoot

By Guest Writer | 24 July 2018

On the 11 July, myself and Scratch‘s Sophie hotfooted to Cherryduck Studios in London, just a stone’s throw from Tower Bridge, to go behind the scenes on an exciting Salon System brand photoshoot. Capturing images and videos with models and products to align with the new Salon System brand image and…

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Create colour changing nail overlays with Candy Coat

By Helena Biggs | 24 July 2018

Creative nail brand, Candy Coat, has launched the Ice Lolly collection The gel polish range that reveals up to three colours depending on temperature. Offering an ombré look with minimal effort, the overlays are sure to be a talking point – particularly in this heatwave as clients dip from the pool to…

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MANI MONDAY: The detail is in the dummy

By Sophie Nutt | 23 July 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! We couldn’t resist this oh-so sweet design created by Emma Clark, of Emma Louise Nails, Makeup & Beauty, for her client seeking a nail look to match the pattern of her daughter’s dummy. The cutesy design sees…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Diana Pajeva, Diana’s Nail Art

By Sophie Nutt | 22 July 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Diana Pajeva, of Diana’s Nail Art, wears a personal nail look that was created for her holiday to Italy and sees a motivational quote painted onto her ring finger. “I usually wear gel polish on my nails and I like…

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Cnd wild earth

CND™ inspired by nature for AW18 nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 22 July 2018

Sweet Squared, UK distributor of CND™, has unveiled Wild Earth, its autumn/winter 2018 nail colour collection. Available in both CND SHELLAC™ and  VINYLUX™ formulas, the six shades in the collection have been inspired by ‘Mother Earth’s endless array of textures, magnificent colour palette and breathtaking landscapes’. Wild Earth comprises the deep cobalt…

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Cuccio atomix

Empower with punchy neon nail shades from Cuccio

By Helena Biggs | 21 July 2018

Cuccio has launched its striking neon colour collection, Atomix, featuring pigments that are designed to empower the wearer. “Empowerment is a process by which a person becomes an agent of change,” comments a spokesperson for the brand. “It’s living with purpose and a ‘Can Do!’ attitude. “Consider this collection as…

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Ezflow 90s

Create retro nail looks with The 90’s Recollection collection from EzFlow

By Sophie Nutt | 20 July 2018

Turn back the clock this summer with six playful EzFlow TruGel shades inspired by the 1990s. Also available in TruDip formulas, the hues feature a mix of pastels, bights and multi-colour combinations. The collection includes: Whatchamacallit – Bright multi-colour topper Clueless Is More – Soft beige with yellow undertone Tamagotcha!…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hannah Leahy, Too Glam To Give A Damn

By Sophie Nutt | 17 July 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hannah Leahy, of Too Glam To Give A Damn, reveals that this design featuring soft and elegant hues, glitter and freehand nail art has been popular with her clients recently. “I think this design is so popular because of…

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Nail industry veteran joins the Cuccio International team

By Helena Biggs | 16 July 2018

As part of its initiative to grow the brand worldwide, Cuccio International has selected industry veteran, Paulette Grace, as VP of sales. Paulette brings over two decades of experience and unbridled success in the professional beauty arena and will lead the sales and marketing efforts for the brand. “I am…

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Kaeso fresh start

Gently remove gel polish with Kaeso’s Fresh Start

By Sophie Nutt | 14 July 2018

Remove gel polish and enhancements while helping to maintain healthy nails with the Fresh Start Soak-Off Gel Polish Remover from Kaeso. Enriched with vitamin E and grapeseed oil, the polish remover also offers to protect skin from drying and can be used as a soak-off remover or with foil wraps. Available…

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Suss out summer with the Bio Sculpture Summer Pack

By Sophie Nutt | 13 July 2018

A collection of bright pink shades, glitter and pastel tones, the Summer Pack from Bio Sculpture sees six vibrant shades that are sure to brighten nail designs this season. Including the popular No. 79 Princess Lilla, the pack also sees No. 75 Fruity Tooty, No. 122 Ashes of Roses, No.…

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Bluesky UK launches professional line of nail products

By Helena Biggs | 10 July 2018

Nail brand, Bluesky, has appointed a new distributor for the UK and Ireland, tasked with distributing a new line of gel polish products specifically for the professional. Bluesky UK marketing director, Michaela Weaver, reveals that the move is a direct response to customer demand. “Over the last couple of years, the…

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Enhance manicures with INK London Cover Flubber

By Sophie Nutt | 5 July 2018

Give a warm welcome to Cover Flubber – a base coat and builder in one. Originally designed for use with INK London’s iLac in order to offer the ultimate in chip prevention and adhesion, it can also be used to extend the nail length. Boasting maximum strength and the ability…

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