Posts by Sophie Nutt
Covid-19 pandemic prompts rise in use of skincare products
More U.S women are using skincare products compared to 12 months ago, according to research from The NPD Group. Close to 40% of skincare users reported using products more often now than in 2019. The use of standard products, such as cleansers and moisturisers, as well as treatments including exfoliators, scrubs and masks, have seen…
Read MoreCND™ creates statement nail looks for Gareth Pugh’s The Reconstruction
Gareth Pugh has presented his SS21 runway collection as a ‘visual concept album’ titled The Reconstruction; for which Lauren Michelle Pires used CND™ to create an array of statement nail designs. Featuring 13 looks inspired by 13 iconic songs, the collection has been captured in 13 stills and 13 explosive fashion film shorts – shot…
Read MoreGlamour Beauty Power List 2020 Nail Artist/Influencer winner revealed
Glamour magazine has revealed the winners of its Glamour Beauty Power List Awards 2020. The nominees were selected by the Glamour beauty team and a panel of experts that boast a wealth of experience and expertise within the beauty industry, including Val Garland, Larry King, Patrick Wilson and Dija Ayodele. Each nomination on the shortlist…
Read MoreRetail the Spongellé Private Reserve Collection for decadent gifting
Spongellé has revealed the Private Reserve Collection; an exclusive, limited edition collection of body buffers. Each buffer is infused with a sophisticated scent and features extracts of yuzu, edelweiss and vetiver. Ideal for retailing in-salon ahead of the gifting season, the collection is designed to cleanse, exfoliate, massage and hydrate the skin from neck to…
Read MoreNSI adds statement shades to its Tech-Gel range
NSI has added eight new shades to its Tech-Gel range, seeing an energetic blend of seasonal colours. Bold brights for a statement look combine with refined neutrals to expand the Tech-Gel colour range, including: Bellbottom Jeans Cakewalk Lava Lamp Lindy Hop Lipstick & Rouge Shimmy & Shake Mojito Tulle Tutu Tech-Gel is an ultra-pigment rich…
Read MoreSalon System adds 6 shades to Gellux Mini range
Salon System has announced the launch of six fashion-inspired shades to the Gellux Mini collection. The new shades will be replacing Goldmine, Inky Blue, Lavish Lilac, Orange-a-Peel, Silver Mist and Surfs Up. The latest additions to the Gellux Mini range include: Tease Me Teal Pink Punch Once & Floral Rose Pearl Heart of Gold Really…
Read MoreNailberry unveils special-edition Gifts of Prosperity collection
Nailberry has launched its Gifts of Prosperity collection; a curated collection of four special-edition shades that pay homage to ‘our still-healing world’. The Gifts of Prosperity collection features the shades: Grateful – a deep, soft velvet red Harmony – a classic red with a burnt orange tone twist Peace – a dark smoky lilac Kindness…
Read MoreEmbrace your wild side with Jessica Wild Instinct collection
Jessica Nails has revealed the Wild Instinct collection packed full of on-trend shades for autumn/winter. Inspired by dense forests and jungle animals, the six-piece collection includes: Cougar Wildcat Prey Psycho Rhino Maneater Sexy Safari The Wild Instinct collection is available in Jessica Custom Colour and Jessica Geleration formulas, depending on desired wear-time. The Jessica Wild…
Read MoreNo7 launches online personalised skin analysis
No7, the Boots own-brand skincare range, has partnered with beauty tech company, Revieve, to bring consumers a personalised skin analysis in the comfort of their own homes. Visitors to Boots’ UK and Ireland websites can access the Personalised Skin Analysis service, an AI-powered self-diagnostic tool that analyses users’ skin and provides tailored recommendations to suit…
Read MoreAndy Rouillard’s guide to summer male waxing
Andy Rouillard, men’s waxing specialist and owner of Axiom Wax Academy, shares his top tips to male waxing in the summer with the Just Wax Expert range from Salon System… As the sunny weather rolls on, it is likely that clients will arrive for their appointments warmer and perspiring more than normal. Hot, clammy skin…
Read MoreBritney Tokyo on the new LA nail scene post-Covid-19
LA-based celebrity manicurist & Scratch columnist for 2020, Britney Tokyo reveals what the nail industry looks like across the pond… Much like in the UK, a new style of life has begun since businesses opened back up in Los Angeles after the Covid-19 quarantine. The LA nail industry has also seen some changes that have…
Read MoreDecorate nails with Magpie Beauty Chrome additions
Create a range of nail art with four Chrome additions to the Magpie Beauty Dust range. Boasting a range of metallic and reflective effects, the latest Magpie Beauty Chromes include: Paloma – a golden/bronze/pink effect Juniper – green/blue/purple Tabitha – a golden unicorn effect Primrose – a pink unicorn effect Simply apply the Chrome effects…
Read MoreMade for Life at Home aims to empower women through wellness
Made for Life Organics has developed a unique concept to make authentic organic wellbeing accessible to all. Made for Life at Home is a series of at-home events guided by talented, qualified therapists. Each ambassador will recreate the Made for Life spa offering for the face, body and general wellbeing for at-home. Boasting minimal start-up…
Read MoreBeauty Banks launches The Kids Are Not Alright campaign to tackle hygiene shaming
The founders of Beauty Banks, Jo Jones and Sali Hughes, have launched a campaign and fundraising appeal to tackle ‘hygiene shaming’ amongst children in schools. The Kids Are Not Alright campaign aims to raise awareness of the issue of hygiene shaming in the UK and encourages donations via its GoFundMe page to help the charity’s…
Read MoreGarnier pledges to plant 400,000 trees by the end of October
Garnier has teamed up with UK-based Almond, a climate solutions platform that helps businesses to naturally reduce carbon, as part of their commitment to ‘green beauty’. This partnership will see Garnier plant 400,000 trees by the end of October. The global beauty brand has pledged to plant one tree for the purchase of selected beauty…
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