Celebrity manicurist shares how to create Quinta Brunson’s glam Emmys nail look

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Los Angeles played host to the 76th Emmy Awards on Sunday (15 September), which recognised excellence in the 2023-2024 television season. American actress, comedian, writer, producer & Emmys nominee, Quinta Brunson – who is known for comedy series, Abbott Elementary, turned heads with an eye-catching manicure, created by Temeka Jackson of @customtnails1. Described by Jackson…

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Celebrity nail art stole the show at the MTV VMAs 2024

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The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), hosted in New York this week, didn’t just celebrate the biggest names in music: it proved that celebrities are embracing expression through nail art. American singer & songwriter, Chappell Roan, made an impact with an extreme length, chrome sword-inspired set. This matched her medieval red carpet outfit, which included…

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How to accommodate neurodivergent needs in the nail space

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Do you know what neurodiversity is? Half of beauty pros identify as neurodivergent and 27% work with a neurodivergent team member, so it’s likely you do. The Brain Charity states: ‘some people’s brains simply work in a different way. For at least 20% of the UK’s adult population, these differences mean they are not seen…

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Wicked actress, Cynthia Erivo, named OPI global brand ambassador

Cynthia Erivo Opi Global Ambassador

Award-winning actress & musician, Cynthia Erivo, is set to ‘showcase nails as a vehicle for aesthetic expression’ in her role as OPI global brand ambassador. The Grammy, Emmy and Tony award-winning and Oscar-nominated actress, singer, songwriter & producer stars as leading part, Elphaba, in Universal Pictures’ musical movie, Wicked. OPI is global nail partner for…

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The internet is obsessing over Hailey Bieber’s autumn nail colour

Hayley Bieber Maple Manicure

Autumn’s next nail trend? The maple manicure it seems, thanks to American model & founder of the Rhode skincare brand, Hailey Bieber. The trendsetter, who is linked with the popularity of glazed donut nails, turns to nail stylist, Zola Ganzorigt of @nailsbyzola, for her chic designs. And this week, the Los Angeles-based OPI global brand…

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Brush-on builder gel: how to nail application & infill

Brush On Builder Gel Application

Enhance your knowledge of brush-on builder gel with insight from pros… How to apply “Thorough prep is imperative, as with any nail service,” details Theresa Foddering, head of education at Lecenté. “Providing the natural nail is adequately prepared, builder gel will brush on effortlessly. “I recommend applying a thin first layer and curing this, to…

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The top 4 nail trends set to dominate autumn 2024

Pinterest Autumn 2024 Trend Report

Social media platform, Pinterest, has published its Autumn 2024 Trend Report, revealing popular nail looks for the season. Pinterest notes that beauty trends for autumn ‘feature a blend of bold contemporary designs’, with its users experimenting with a variety of eye-catching styles –  including the below nail looks: Bow nail designs Pinterest searches for the…

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The British beauty industry grew by 11% in 2023, research shows

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The British Beauty Council has published its latest The Value of Beauty report, compiled by Oxford Economics, revealing that the British beauty sector grew by 11% to a value of £27.2 billion during 2023. This is almost the pre-Covid average of £28 billion, demonstrating signs of recovery following the pandemic, Brexit and cost of living…

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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap August 2024

Scratch Snap Aug 24 Winner Announced

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge for August has been announced as Benita Bimsaite. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Carnival Claws, in the bid to win a prize from Keysie. Entries were judged by Keysie business development manager, Sarah Thomson, and Scratch senior news & features writer, Rebecca Hitchon. The…

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