Semilac uk academy director rebecca abernethy

Semilac celebrates presence in 200 UK nail & beauty salons

By Helena Biggs | 11 October 2017

UV Hybrid nail polish brand, Semilac, has revealed that more than 200 salons across the UK are now officially using its products, less than two years after launching on British soil. The company, which originated in Poland, is admired for its product – which claims to combine gel, nail polish and UV technology…

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Artistic holiday hangover

Holiday Hangover nail colour collection arrives from Artistic Nail Design

By Helena Biggs | 6 October 2017

Help clients get through the festive season with the Holiday Hangover collection from Artistic Nail Design. Featuring metallic and glitter hues available in both Colour Gloss and Colour Revolution, snap up the shades for perfect party manicures. “These glitter & metallic shades complement any holiday accessory,” comments Alisha Rimando, Artistic Nail…

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Gel ii essence of autumn

Cosy up with Gel II collection

By Kat Hill | 10 September 2017

Cosy up with six rich nature-inspired shades from Gel II and the Essence of Autumn Collection. The down to earth collection features six new colours: G249/ES249 Autumn Sunset – a copper with flecks of gold glitter. G250/ES250 Black Cherry – an elegant deep burgundy. G251/ES251 Antique Rose – a dusty rose accented with an iridescent finish. G252/ES252…

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Artistic nail design fuelled and furious

ARTISTIC NAIL DESIGN unveils Fueled & Furious collection

By Kat Hill | 7 September 2017

Rev your engines –your nail designs are about to go into overdrive! Artistic Nail Design has revealed Fueled & Furious Fall 2017 collection. “Nails are for every woman!” says Alisha Rimando, Artistic Nail Design executive vice president and creative director. “This garage themed inspiration allowed us to reflect on the soft and subtle as…

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Ink london militar

Ink London unveils Militar Collection

By Kat Hill | 3 September 2017

Stand to attention for INK London’s Militar Collection. Seeing five new iLac Hybrid Gel Polish colours, each shade features an apt name: i-136 Purple Heart i-137 GI Jayne i-138 Cute Camo i-139 Pistols At Dawn i-140 Air Force One The brand states the gel polish boasts a chip-free manicure for…

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Opi iceland

OPI’s cool Iceland inspired nail colour collection makes winter more bearable

By Helena Biggs | 31 August 2017

It’s getting colder outside – but OPI has warmed spirits with its stunning autumn/winter nail colour collection, Iceland. Inspired by the land of blue lagoons and Northern Lights, the 12-piece palette offers a range of chic hues that portray the country’s wild beauty. Each shade will be available in nail lacquer, long-wear…

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Fade

Gel polish fading? Here’s how to prevent it

By Katie Barnes | 22 August 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, reveals why gel polish can fade in the summer – and how to help prevent it Many techs are familiar with the issue of under-curing gel, but not so aware of the issues of over-curing gel. How many techs have been…

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Jessica neon lights

Turn up the heat with Jessica’s Neon Lights GELeration collection

By Helena Biggs | 20 August 2017

Wave goodbye to miserable weather and add a pop of colour to nails with seven additions to Jessica’s GELeration soak off gel polish colour collection. The vibrant hues are sure to catch attention, with a creme finish that’s perfect for fingers or toes – and that lasts up to 21 days.…

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Gelish matadora display

EMBRACE SEXY nail shades with Gelish’s Matadora nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 29 July 2017

Gelish has taken the bull by the horns and been inspired by Spain for its autumn/winter nail colour collection. Taking influence from the vibrant culture and scenery of Spain, the collection includes rich tones of navy, purple and red available in the soak-off gel polish formula, that lasts at least…

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