Posts by Helena Biggs
PIXIE LOTT announced as KISS products ambassador
Singing sensation, Pixie Lott, has been announced as the latest brand ambassador for KISS Products. The role will see her promote KISS nail and lash product ranges in 2017, and she has already given a glimpse of her favourite KISS nails in the video for her new single, Baby. Pixie posted a picture on her Instagram…
Read MoreIZABELLE HAMMON to hit the road with Calgel
The team at Izabelle Hammon is calling on nail technicians to discover Calgel at one of its forthcoming road events. Due to take place in Inverness, Belfast and Brighton, the events will give visitors a chance to try the product in a relaxed, friendly environment. Calgel is a one-phase gel nail system designed for use…
Read MoreNEW LOOK retail & service essentials revealed by CND™
CND™ has unveiled new packaging for its favoured prep products – and two of its dearly loved retail essentials. Showcasing a move to a cleaner, more clinical and uniform look, the products will be rolled out over the next few months. The switch comes as CND™ announces the rebrand of Nourishing Remover; while the award-winning product remains the same…
Read MoreNAIL GAGA reveals new products
Nail Gaga has sprung into the new season with a series of product launches. The G’elore Spring Collection includes Blue Buntin, a grey blue, Pink Lemonade, a marshmallow pink, Picnic Basket, a soft yellow, Wild Blooms, a pale purple and Spring Dew, an apple green. The brand has also added to its line of cover…
Read MoreMAGPIE BEAUTY launches spring nail art glitters
Magpie has unveiled six new glitters set to put a sparkly spin on springtime manicures. The Spring Collection features Betsy, a lilac & aqua holographic, Tara, a silver holographic, Lila, a lilac metallic, Juno, an aqua metallic, Flossy, a white unicorn effect iridescent and Flora, a coral unicorn effect iridescent.
Read MoreNOUVEAU LAUNCH Lash & Lid Foaming Cleanser
Nouveau Lashes has added to its product portfolio with the new Lash & Lid Foaming Cleanser. The cleanser can be used on natural and LVL lashes, as well as extensions, and has a hypoallergenic formula that thoroughly cleans and conditions the entire eye area. It also contains key anti-ageing ingredients that work to deliver high…
Read MoreDry nails fast with Cuccio’s 7 Second Top Coat
Get your hands on Cuccio’s 7 Second Top Coat to seal your freshly painted nails in – you’ve guessed it – seven seconds! Affording a supreme, high shine finish, the top coat is available in a professional 75ml size or mobile and retail-friendly 13ml size. Trade customers can purchase 12 top coats and receive a display…
Read MoreAWARD-WINNING BRAND seeks nail technician & managers
Luxury nail business, The Hand & Foot Spa, is seeking nail technicians and a nail bar manager. Full and part time vacancies are available and applicants must have exceptional customer service skills – as well as nail skills – and be friendly and enthusiastic with immaculate attention to detail. All applicants must also hold an…
Read MoreNEW SALON System lash range lands at Sallys
Salon System has broadened its product portfolio with a new silky soft range of eyelashes. LashLux features three mink-style lash designs that lend eyes a wide-eyed effect while still being wearable. Quick to apply and remove, the lashes can form an add-on service or be sold to clients for at-home application. Available exclusively from Sally stores.
Read MoreINDULGE IN Cuccio Colour mini lacquers
Cuccio has unveiled its spring/summer collection in miniature form; ideal for retailing! Each set contains a miniature version of every nail shade in the Positivity collection, along with a base and top coat. It’s ideal for gift hunting clients or for those looking to take lacquer on holiday. The colours include: Positivity – a pastel…
Read MoreSCRATCH STARS AWARDS 2017 – Meet the finalists
Here they are; the talented 2017 finalists hoping to shine later next month and be crowned a Scratch Star. Each year, the challenge gets tougher, as more and more entries amass for Scratch magazine’s industry awards – the Scratch Stars. Following a scrupulous first round of judging, finalists in each category have been whittled down to…
Read MoreBe safe in the workplace with CIDESCO’s top tips
CIDESCO, the world standard for beauty and spa therapy, has announced ‘Health & Safety month’ to help raise standards in the industry and improve your wellbeing while working. “While there are laws and requirements that help us maintain health & safety standards, going above and beyond these will be noticed by the staff and clientele, creating…
Read More#MANIMONDAY – Punchy purple nails by Lianne Barrie
With the sun shining, our moods are elated and bright here at Scratch towers – so when these bold nails hit our inbox, we really stood up and took notice! Lianne Barrie of Elle Nails & Beauty created this striking set based on some ideas her client had seen on Pinterest. Lianne prepped the natural nails…
Read MoreMOROCCANTAN OFFERS Scratch readers exclusive giveaway
MoroccanTan is giving Scratch readers a free spray tan backdrop when they book onto one of its courses. To receive the backdrop, worth £59.95 + VAT, prospective students must quote SCRATCH/MT17 at the time of booking. Easy to assemble, the backdrop is more than 2m in height and has an extending floor section to prevent…
Read MoreLIGHT UP beauty snaps with handy Novalash fLASHlight
Before and after snaps on social media can drive a huge amount of interest – and even bookings – in the beauty industry, but are your photos top-notch? NovaLash has launched fLASHlight, an on-the-go illuminating lighting system to help you achieve higher quality photographs of lash extensions and more. Designed to highlight and showcase lash extensions from…
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