Posts by Helena Biggs
Nailympia London competition postponed for 2021
The annual Nailympia London event for 2021 is postponed for a second year running due to the ongoing global pandemic. The competition invites nail technicians from all over the world to compete across three divisions in categories such as L&P Tip & Overlay, Salon Nails and Stiletto Nails in a bid to win medals, trophies…
Read MoreYou can now get your hands on Gellux gel polish in over 200 Salon Services stores
Are you in need of a quick colour fix? Restock your Gellux collection in a flash – as the range is now available in over 200 Salon Services stores nationwide. A whopping 36 of the Salon System Gellux gel polish shades will be available in each store for shoppers to purchase. Each offers up to…
Read MoreHead on a colour adventure with 12 autumn nail shades from Light Elegance
Nail brand, Light Elegance, is taking nail techs and their clients on a colour journey for autumn with the 12 shades in its Venture into Beauty collection. Inspired by the power of travel and the endless beauty it reveals, the collection features rich warm neutrals, browns, yellows and taupes, taking hints from the vibrance of…
Read MoreMii Cosmetics debuts nailcare & colour range
Are you ready for some show-stopping nail shades? Mii, the brand launched by Gerrard International in 2011 and famed for its make-up, brow and tanning lines, has expanded into nailcare – owing to the expert knowledge of an industry aficionado. Susan Gerrard, winner of a Scratch Stars Lifetime Achievement Award, has over 30 years’ experience…
Read MoreRevealed: the hotspot that’s inspired OPI’s 12-piece autumn nail colour collection
OPI has, since inception, sought inspiration from cities and regions across the globe for its seasonal nail colour collections. Now, in keeping with its 40th anniversary, it’s sticking with its homeland for its autumn 2021 shade inspo. “This autumn, we’re continuing our hometown 40th anniversary celebration and exploring an area of the city that’s been…
Read MoreNeed new nail tools? LP Nails has added to its popular range for techs
LP Nails has added The Clippers, The Scissors and The Curette to its popular range of professional nail tools. The brand, created by nail technician, Lucy Pastorelli, has reaped success with The Cuticle Knife, The Cuticle Pusher and The Cuticle Nipper and the three latest additions are following suit; designed for longevity and optimum hygiene. The six black tools…
Read MoreWant chrome nails? These Gelish Stix will create them in minutes
Take nail finishes to the next level with the handy Chrome Stix from Gelish. Offering an easy and speedy way to add a reflective chrome shine to gel polish manicures, the Chrome Stix are available in six multi-dimensional shades. Chrome Stix are packaged in ready to use, rub-on pens to ensure that application takes seconds…
Read MoreTHE WINNERS: Scratch Stars Awards 20/21
Following a pandemic postponement & a shift in the judging process – the Scratch Stars Awards winners 20/21 have been announced! The reveals were made live at the Scratch Stars Party on Sunday 25 July, held at London cabaret club, Proud Embankment. The evening, hosted by Scratch’s Alex Fox and Helena Biggs, featured entertainment from…
Read MoreNAF! Stuff collaborates with Navy Pro for charity cuticle oil range
NAF! Stuff, provider of cuticle products and nail decals, has collaborated with nail tools company, Navy Professional, to launch an exclusive cuticle oil. The signature Navy scent is now infused into NAF! Stuff’s cult cuticle oil formula and available in a 3.7ml pen or 30ml desk oil. Abstract artwork on the products is in collaboration…
Read MoreSweet Squared kicks off e-file education with exciting product launch
To coincide with the launch of the Light Elegance Zippy Gen2 e-file, Sweet Squared has launched online e-file education and will be hosting e-file education at its multiple training centres later this year. “E-filing is an amazing skill to speed up your services and enhance your business,” says Sweet Squared co-founder, Samantha Sweet. “We’ve been…
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