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OPI collaborates with award-winning nail pro on mani/pedi essentials range

By Helena Biggs | 14 April 2025

Following the launch of the Katie Barnes X OPI branded E-file in 2024, the two companies have announced a second collaboration: a range of nail and cuticle tools and E-file bits. Katie Clark (née Barnes), a multi award-winning nail pro & educator, founded Katie Barnes Tool Range in 2017 to…

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Family affair: Meet 3 sets of siblings finding success in the nail industry

By Rebecca Hitchon | 10 April 2025

Scratch puts the spotlight on brothers and sisters working together in the nail industry… Glitterbels While Annabel Maginnis will likely come to mind when you hear the word ‘Glitterbels’, there is a trio of siblings involved in the brand: Annabel’s husband, Elliott, and his brothers, Mac and Alex. It was…

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Chrome pigments: a nail expert shares a troubleshooting guide

By Katie Barnes | 6 April 2025

Educator & award-winning nail pro, Katie Clark, offers advice for dealing with issues that can arise when using chrome pigments… The chrome nail trend is ever-popular, but are you applying chrome products correctly? Each brand may have slightly different instructions, so always follow these and get in touch with the…

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CD launch aims to soothe with sound in the nail space

By Alex Fox | 24 October 2020

Gap Music and Tantajo Records presents its latest salon/spa wellness album for the creation of salon wellness and harmony. Written by one of the true masters of music for relaxation and wellbeing, Stephen Rhodes has returned with an outstanding new album for salon serenity. Offering nearly 60-minutes of pure calm…

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NAF! Stuff reveals limited edition scented cuticle oils

By Kat Hill | 20 October 2020

Hit the seasonal sweet spot for clients with two limited edition scented cuticle oils from NAF! Stuff: Cinnamon Apple and Salted Caramel. The Cinnamon Apple oil features a sweet yet spicy scent, while the new Salted Caramel oil is sure to add a luxurious touch to nail services. The two scents will be available…

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Shine Bright with 15 limited edition OPI nail shades

By Helena Biggs | 19 October 2020

Add sparkle and shine to nails with the Shine Bright collection from OPI. Featuring Swarovski® elements, the 15 shades include three special glitter hues – each available in Nail Lacquer, Infinite Shine and GelColor formulas. Rich velvety tones of pink, mauve, burgundy, and golden brown (Snowfalling for You, This Shade…

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Academy Accredits & Moves Nail Classes Online

By Alex Fox | 16 October 2020

The Nailchemy Academy, which has been run for over 10 years in Bridgwater, Somerset by Hayley Partridge, has announced that its latest online training courses have been accredited in association with ABT. Offering its education in new online versions of its most popular professional nail courses, Nailchemy is keen to…

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Sparkle this Christmas with 6 stunning Halo Gel Polish shades

By Helena Biggs | 16 October 2020

Catch eyes and sparkle this festive season with six stunning Halo Gel Polish shades from Pure Nails. The All Wrapped Up Collection has every party-perfect look nailed with the likes of gorgeous green Garland, rich red Candy Cane, decadent brown Mince Pie, golden Prosecco, silver Frosty and ice blue Silent…

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Explore the natural nail with handy poster for academies

By Alex Fox | 14 October 2020

Teaming up with globally recognised and revered nail expert and scientist, Doug Schoon, Tracy Anne Shelverton has produced an up to date, precise and accurate natural nail unit poster. Designed to dissect and name the natural nail unit in the most precise manner to date, this new A4 poster is…

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