NAIL TECH TALK: Dani Bailey- Scratch Snap winner to OPI Nail Boss
Dani Bailey of Nails by Dani qualified as a nail technician in July 2019 after always being obsessed with nails and learning how to do her own at the age of 14 by her mum. “Since moving to the UK, I was a personal trainer. When I had to give…
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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap April
The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Dani Bailey. In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for April & created nail designs inspired by ‘Movie Night’ in the bid to win a prize from OPI. Judged by Scratch‘s news & features writer, Chloe…
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imPRESS & OPI collaborate to create press-on nails
imPRESS has announced a US collaboration with global nail polish brand, OPI. This collection offers ten of the most iconic and beloved OPI nail polish shades as imPRESS Colour Press-On Manicures, providing a quick fix for in between professional nail services. Each kit includes 30 nails, a prep pad, and…
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OPI & Kerry Washington reunite to honour the brand’s 40th anniversary
Actress and activist, Kerry Washington, has been announced as brand ambassador for OPI’s 40th anniversary year. She served as OPI’s creative ambassador in 2016 and teamed up with OPI co-founder, Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, to launch the Washington D.C. nail colour collection. “We are delighted that Kerry is reprising her role as…
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OPI marks 40th anniversary with Hollywood nail colour collection
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, nail brand OPI has returned to its birthplace with the Hollywood collection. Available in Nail Lacquer, Infinite Shine and GelColor, the 12 shades celebrate ‘then’ with a nod to vintage Hollywood glamour and ‘now’ with trendsetting hues for spring/summer 2021. “Over the past 40…
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OPI’s Suzi Weiss-Fischmann on nail shades, style & her colourful career…
OPI celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2021 – and Scratch commemorated the occasion by inviting the nail brand’s co-founder to guest edit its February edition. Affectionally known as ‘The First Lady of Nails’, Suzi Weiss-Fischmann grew up in Hungary during the communist era. She was 10 years old when her…
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Winners announced in OPI Trend Vision nail art competition
The winner of OPI’s TrendVision Nail Artist Award has been chosen following an intense judging process and a record number of entries. Nail artists were tasked in September with creating and submitting an on-trend nail design to be in with the chance of winning some huge prizes. Entries were judged…
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Shine Bright with 15 limited edition OPI nail shades
Add sparkle and shine to nails with the Shine Bright collection from OPI. Featuring Swarovski® elements, the 15 shades include three special glitter hues – each available in Nail Lacquer, Infinite Shine and GelColor formulas. Rich velvety tones of pink, mauve, burgundy, and golden brown (Snowfalling for You, This Shade…
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Offer lasting nail colour & strength with OPI Powder Perfection
Serve up glossy, long-lasting colour for clients with weak nails courtesy of OPI’s dipping system, Powder Perfection. A quick-to-apply alternative to traditional L&P, Powder Perfection lasts around three weeks and is deal for natural nail overlays in colour, French or ombré. The odour-free Powder Perfection system can also be applied…
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OPI celebrates the culture of Milan with 12-piece autumn nail colour collection
OPI has sought inspiration from Italy’s cultural and fashion capital, Milan, for its autumn 2020 nail colour shades. The 12-piece Muse of Milan collection is available in three formulas; Nail Lacquer, Infinite Shine and GelColor, depending on the desired wear time. “For more than two decades, OPI has taken women…
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Enhance nail strength with refreshed OPI GelColor essentials
OPI has refreshed its GelColor base and top coat essentials to enhance the flexibility and strength of the natural nail – and aid long-term wear. Stay Classic Base Coat has improved packaging and is the ideal foundation for GelColor services for clients with normal nails and/or those that visit nail…
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OPI adds a new dimension to nail colour with Hidden Prism collection
OPI has refreshed rainbow shades by adding a prismatic twist to catch the eye. The Hidden Prism collection for summer 2020 features 12 new shades; six of which are available in both GelColor and Nail Lacquer formulas, and six in Infinite Shine. Described as ‘electric hues with a sun-washed finished’,…
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OPI reimagines the metallic nail trend with Neo-Pearl collection
OPI has released the Neo-Pearl collection for spring 2020. The 12-piece collection sees a palette of iridescent pinks, purples, blues and nudes; combining natural translucence and luminosity for a soft and modern update to the metallic nail trend. Influenced by the appearance of pearls on runways and red carpets, Neo-Pearl…
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Coty sells 60% share of Professional Beauty division for $4.3bn
Coty‘s Professional Beauty and Retail Hair businesses, which include the OPI, Wella, Clairol and ghd brands, have sold a 60% stake to American private equity firm, KKR. The estimated cost of the stake is $4.3 billion, and saw KKR fight off competition from Henkel. Coty will retain the remaining 40%…
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Session nail techs unite to gather essential products for NHS workers
Four session nail stylists have joined forces to help acquire hand creams and protective equipment to support NHS workers. Michelle Humphrey, Michelle Class, Stephanie Staunton and Sabrina Gayle have rallied together to contact nail brands to donate the likes of hand creams, hand sanitisers, masks and gloves to hospitals and…
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