Posts by Helena Biggs
HAIR & BEAUTY industries demand further regulation at Parliamentary launch
Qualifications organisation, VTCT, and The Hair and Barber Council gathered leaders in the hair and beauty sector and UK politicians to launch its Skills Foresight and the case for Mandatory Registration reports in Westminster. It was emphasised that more needs to be done within government to recognise the value and diversity of the hair and beauty industries…
Read MoreEMBRACE SEXY nail shades with Gelish’s Matadora nail colour collection
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 two weeks. “Spain is a…
Read MoreOPI’S Pro Spa adds luxury to mani/pedi services
Add a luxurious element to your hand and foot treatments with OPI‘s Pro Spa range. Created with the help of leading dermatologist, Dr. Zena Gabriel, Pro Spa features luxurious hand and foot products that have been inspired by facial skincare. The range sees a variety of products, including cuticle oil,Soothing Soak, Soothing Soak, Exfoliating Sugar Scrub and Nail & Cuticle…
Read MoreASTON & FINCHER reveals beauty offerings at Birmingham event
Trade hair and beauty wholesaler, Aston & Fincher, held a two-day event at its Birmingham store to showcase its vast range of product and education offerings. The event reminded attendees that products are available via the Your Salon Store catalogue, website and Click+Collect service, which allows customers to collect their parcel from any of the 34 Aston…
Read MoreCHINA GLAZE teams up with My Little Pony for nail colour collection
Rein in some magic – it’s time to invest in a rainbow of shades with the My Little Pony x China Glaze collection. Featuring 12 new lacquer hues, the palette sees colours ranging from super-charged brights to pretty pastel crèmes and celestial, shimmering glitters. The shades are inspired by the ponies and their individual, fun…
Read MoreINK LONDON opens Scottish shop
INK London Nails has celebrated the opening of a trade-only shop in Scotland. Based at Notorious Nails Salon and Academy in Coatbridge, Scottish techs will be able to pick up their favourite INK London products; from ilac Hybrid Gel Polish to files and nail art supplies such as glitters. Catering to the pro, proof of…
Read MoreNAIL EVENT: Nailympia London seminar, 28 July
Are you thinking about stretching your nail skills and competing at Nailympia London 2017? Get your questions answered by a panel of experts, this Friday 28 July from 11-4pm. The panel includes Nailympia judges, Jacqui O’Sullivan, Alisha Rimando and Marian Newman, as well as organiser, Alex Fox of Scratch magazine. Date: Friday 28 July Time:…
Read MoreSHOW OFF SHELLAC on new, stylish salon racks
Show off your CND SHELLAC™ shades on a chic, eye-catching new rack. The branded displays offer an ideal storage solution for your power polish collectionand have been designed by US design expert, Tony Valentine. An add-on rack is available, holding up to 15 bottles, as well as a counter rack for up to 36 bottles and…
Read MoreSCRATCH STARS OF 2017 REVEALED!
Scratch magazine has revealed the winners of its 2017 nail industry awards; the Scratch Stars, at a fun-filled party at London’s Tropicana Beach Club. Scratch’s Summer Party, hosted by Blue singer and Hollyoaks actor, Duncan James, was attended by over 350 people from across the nail industry with their partners and friends, and saw cocktails,…
Read MoreTROPICAL NAIL OILS make a splash thanks to Semilac
We’re feeling totally tropical as our Scratch Summer Party at Tropicana Beach Club is on the horizon – so we’re lapping up the range of tropical inspired manicure oils from Semilac UK. Complementing the brand’s collection of nail shades and accessories, the four fruity scented oils are ideal for hydrating nails and cuticles and are available in lemon,…
Read MoreGET STAMPING this summer with new Yours Loves nail art plates
Fashion speedy nail art designs with these summery stamping plates from Yours Loves, designed by a trio of creative techs. The eight plates feature marine themes, floral patterns and more, designed to turn up the heat this summer. The brand new collection has been created by three designers (including one new face), Fee Wallace, Dee…
Read MoreCOMMERCIAL PARTNER appointed at High Definition to support stylists
Strategic business expert, Martin Edwards, has been appointed as group commercial partner at High Definition. With over 10 years’ experience and knowledge in the beauty industry – at Schwarzkopf Professional, Aveda and Transform, Martin’s input has already seen the brand grow, with the addition of a new make-up course and the opening of three new pop-up…
Read MoreICE CREAM inspires gel polish collection from Saint Nails
The glorious taste – and colour – of ice cream on a summer’s day has inspired the St Neopolitan collection from Saint Nails. Each featuring some sparkle, the collection is an assortment of 12 pastel and bold hues – ideal for holidays! The gel polish formula will last for the duration of a holiday, too,…
Read MoreNAIL HARMONY UK scoops education award
Nail Harmony UK, distributor of Gelish products – including the new PolyGel system – and All That Jazz, has scooped a Safety in Beauty award. The Safety in Beauty campaign was launched in October 2013 by Antonia Mariconda in a response to the growing dissatisfaction and devastation caused by dubious treatments, and was formed by…
Read MoreDUNCAN JAMES to host Scratch’s Summer Party on 23 July
Actor and singer, Duncan James, is to host Scratch’s Summer Party on 23 July. The event is to be held at Tropicana Beach Club, Covent Garden, and will see dancing, canapes, entertainment from pop starlet Amelia Lily – and the winners of the Scratch Stars Awards 2017 announced. Guaranteed to be a great night that’s…
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