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Award-winning nail & beauty distributor rebrands

By Helena Biggs | 8 January 2020

UK distributor and training provider, Nail Harmony UK, has rebranded to Georgie Smedley Group. Managing directors, Georgie & Jason Smedley, comment: “Having the amazing Nail Harmony products has created a huge following and presence in the UK and we are extremely proud to continue to be the official UK distributors…

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Vampy winter nails: A how-to guide

By Metta Francis | 25 November 2019

Once it gets cold outside, many choose to retire their bright polishes in favour of darker, edgier winter nail colours. Gelish’s ‘Black Cherry Berry’ shade is ideal for clients embracing the change in season; the perfect combination of sexy and vampy. When paired with a smattering of glitzy Swarovski crystals…

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

By Sophie Nutt | 17 November 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Diana Pajeva, of Diana’s Nail Art, wears a stunning abstract design on natural nails. “I usually wear gel polish on natural nails so I used Gelish products from Nail Harmony UK to create this look. I applied all three colours…

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Metta Francis on mastering enhancements & creating expressive designs

By Kat Hill | 19 October 2019

Tell us about your training…  When I first entered the industry back in 2010, I was still working full time and looked for courses that I could complete around the day job. I initially trained with CND™ in manicure and pedicure services, followed by Nail Harmony for Gelish training. I trained in…

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Sophie Dale on her ambassador role, simple nail art & community spirt

By Kat Hill | 12 October 2019

Tell us about your training… I actually won my training with Nail Harmony UK back in 2012 with the Gelish Gives Back campaign, from which five people won starter training and a kit. I’m very thankful for this opportunity as it set me up for life! Seven years, I still love…

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Gelish & Morgan Taylor unveil sparkling Champagne & Moonbeams winter collection

By Kat Hill | 27 September 2019

Gelish & Morgan Taylor have revealed the details of it winter collection: Champagne & Moonbeams. The 12 new shades were inspired by the ‘glitz and glam of the Holiday season’ – ideal for ‘ultra-luxe, sophisticated Holiday manicures’. “The Champagne & Moonbeams collection has something for everyone when it comes to colour…

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Secret Spa & Gelish team up for Immersion Day event

By Kat Hill | 18 September 2019

Gelish and Secret Spa, the London-based on-demand mobile beauty service, have teamed up to offer its therapists the opportunity to learn more about how Gelish can benefit their businesses. Set to take place on Monday 23 September from 5:30pm, the Immersion Day will allow therapists to speak with other professionals, try out  Gelish products…

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Marilyn Monroe inspires second Gelish & Morgan Taylor collection

By Kat Hill | 21 August 2019

Gelish and Morgan Taylor have introduced a second, and equally fabulous, collection inspired by Marilyn Monroe. The Forever Marilyn collection for autumn will see six new elegant shades – inspired by ‘Marilyn’s classic Hollywood beauty and effortless glamour’ and ‘the natural beauty and charisma that she always exuded’. Available in…

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Premiere Orlando 2019: Key nail & beauty events

By Kat Hill | 6 June 2019

Scratch’s Helena and I touched down in sunny Florida for Premiere Orlando, a trade exhibition for the hair & beauty industry in the US. Taking place across June 1-3 at the Orange County Convention Center, the professional exhibition saw over 850 brands exhibiting, as well as educational seminars, demonstrations and…

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Gelish launches Rocketman nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 8 May 2019

Let nails take centre stage with the summer 2019 nail colour collection from Gelish, designed  in celebration of the Rocketman film from Paramount Pictures. The film focuses on the career of musical icon, Elton John, and six bright shades are inspired by his music and persona. A luxe glitter overlay,…

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Salon in the Spotlight: The Nail Gallery, Bawtry

By Kat Hill | 1 May 2019

Get to know the names behind The Nail Gallery, Bawtry – finalist in the Scratch Stars Nail Salon of the Year category 20/21, sponsored by The Gel Bottle Inc… “Jessica Haith and I both met when we began working together in a nail bar in 2017,” explains Ilex Wood. “Unfortunately, …

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Create pretty spring manicures with Gelish’s floral-inspired collection

By Helena Biggs | 31 March 2019

Inspired by the soft and subtle colours of flowers, Gelish has launched six spring nail shades – available in Dip and Soak-Off Gel Polish formulas. “The colour palette for the spring collection is filled with soft tones that are perfect, not only for this season, but for all year-round,” comments…

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A peek inside the All That Jazz Beauty Bar

By Helena Biggs | 14 March 2019

Bright, decadent and oh-so Instagram-worthy, the All That Jazz Beauty Bar has opened on the seafront in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex; and it’s a true delight for the eyes – and nails. Headed up by Nail Harmony UK director, Georgie Smedley, and her daughter, Jazz Christodoulou, the Beauty Bar employs a talented…

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Gelish launches rechargeable LED lamp for nail techs on-the-go

By Helena Biggs | 22 January 2019

Gelish has launched the 18G Unplugged LED light; a curing device that has all the features of Gelish’s LED Light (including Comfort Cure) – yet is ideal for techs on-the-move. Powered by lithium battery, it is rechargeable and has an intelligent Power Assist software – meaning it offers consistent battery…

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Salon in the Spotlight: JD Beauty Studio, Norfolk

By Kat Hill | 9 January 2019

The new year has brought new prospect for Jessica Davis. Opening November last year, JD Beauty Studio saw Jessica Davis convert her garage into a sleek, new home studio. “Previously, I was primary mobile and teaching from rented rooms or at Sally’s Salon Services,” explains Jessica. “I wanted to have…

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