TECH TALK: Jeniene Van Dort of 50 Shades of Nails
Scratch catches up with Jeniene Van Dort of 50 Shades of Nails, a home-based salon in Melbourne, Australia, about her life as a nail tech… “I studied and qualified as a nail technician at a nail school in Melbourne, Victoria in 2011 when my son first started school. It was…
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Behind The Brand: Discover the heavenly duo behind Saint Nails
With an inherent passion for nails and close friends in the nail business, Alison Jeans was inspired to set up her own brand, offering products for pros that would meet all the needs she desired as a consumer. Working with her husband, Matt, the duo launched Saint Nails in 2016…
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Shake up nail designs with NSI UK Cocktail Glitters
Serve up sparkling summer nail designs with the new collection of Cocktail Glitters from NSI UK. Ideal for adding a twist to nail art designs, the glitters can also be mixed with acrylic and gel for a sparkling effect. The bright glitters see a mix of stars, hearts and dots for…
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Offer speedy enhancements with Magpie Beauty Full On Tips
Magpie Beauty has launched Full On Tips designed to save professional nail technicians time and money by offering an express nail extension service. Available in both Almond and Tapered Square shapes, the Full On Tips boast a wear-time of up to three weeks and can be applied using both acrylic…
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Speed up services with Magpie Beauty Full On Tips
Magpie Beauty has revealed its line of Full On Tips designed to offer professionals an express enhancement service. Available in almond and tapered square shapes, the clear tips can be used in acrylic, gel or acrygel services, with the colour coat applied over the top. The tips are made from ABS…
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Lecenté launches Create Just Desserts collection
Serve up sweet nail styles with the latest collection from the Lecenté Create Gel range. The Just Desserts collection sees a delicious mix of six new shades. Inspired by desserts to satisfy any sweet tooth, the collection includes: Lazy Sundaes – delicate lilac Easy As Pie – pastel blue shade…
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Extend nails with Luxe Gel Professional Builder Gel range
Extend and enhance clients’ nails with the Luxe Professional Builder Gel range. The one phase builder gel sees a self-levelling, flexible formula presented in a handy 50g screw jar. It has a medium thick viscosity and a cure time of 2 minutes for UV and 1 minute for LED. The…
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Take a trip to Havana with new INK London iLac collection
Whisk clients away to the vibrant city of Havana with INK London’s new collection of iLac Hybrid Gel Polishes. Inspired by the timeless beauty and colour of the historical city, the Havana collection sees seven new shades. Now available, the hues include: i-182 – Cadillac – a sunny pale yellow.…
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Dazzle clients with Diamond Gel from Saint Nails
Add eye-catching sparkle to nails with the Diamond Gel range from Saint Nails. Each of the 18 dazzling shades is available in a 5ml stackable pot with brush and has a high viscosity for superior glitz and shine. Shades include the golden Distinct, blue toned Regal and pretty pink Class.…
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Craving bright nails? Meet the Summer Squeeze shades from Light Elegance
Get set for a colour frenzy when you can start tending to the nails of clients – and embrace their need for bright hues with the Summer Squeeze collection from Light Elegance. Inspired by the fresh colours and textures of fruits, the 12 hues serve up a palette of fruity…
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Bio Sculpture Evo launches two new bases
After five years in development, Bio Sculpture Evo has added two new bases to it’s range; Flex and Contour. Evo Flex Base Gel Ideal for short, normal or soft nails Boasts exceptional adhesive properties for long wear Ideal for building the upper arch Cures in 60 seconds Low odour Can…
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Offer full foil coverage nail designs with Lecenté Create Foil Gel.
Offer full foil coverage with ease thanks to the new Lecenté Create Foil Gel. Offering a smooth surface once cured, the gel provides the ideal base for both complex and arty foil designs. A new addition to the Lecenté Create system, the Foil Gel is can be used to complete full…
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See nail services bloom with new Light Elegance gel collection
Light Elegance has revealed its new collection for spring, Blossom and Bloom. Inspired by flowers, the 12 new shades see a selection of rich creams, subtle shimmers and delicate glitter. “Blossom and Bloom has been created to incorporate soft, elegant shades that are sure to be a hit for spring,”…
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Enrol at the NSI University education event
Refine your nail knowhow and skillset by joining NSI at its annual University education event. Taking place at the NSI Head Office & Academy in Manchester across 12 – 14 July, the three-day event will be packed with advice, tips and techniques to take your skills and career to the…
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Add strength to nails & extend with Halo’s brush-on Easi-Build
Create natural-looking, strong enhancements with Easibuild by Halo – now available in 8ml sizes alongside the original 15ml sizes. The brush-on builder gel boasts easy application without the need for primer. EasiBuild is UV and LED compatible, curing in just 60 seconds in a 36W LED lamp. Four nude and…
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