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Katie barnes opi tools april 2025

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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Nail industry siblings

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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Katie barnes chrome guide

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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Lecenté unveils 6-piece Cosy Knits gel polish collection

By Helena Biggs | 12 October 2020

Embrace autumn trends and seasonal nail styles with the Cosy Knits collection from Lecenté. Inspired by warm nights in front of a crackling fire and cuddly jumpers, the rich tones ooze sophistication and are highly pigmented. Each shade offers one-coat application with up to three weeks’ wear and a high…

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Caci hand rejuvenation

Give hands TLC with CACI Hand Rejuvenation treatment

By Sophie Nutt | 11 October 2020

CACI International has launched a new hydrating professional treatment and accompanying at-home care for dehydrated, sore hands. The CACI Hand Rejuvenation 30-minute treatment has been specifically developed to address and take care of the skin on hands. With a unique combination of CACI’s Rejuvenating Hand Mask and Electro Glove technology,…

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Katie barnes tool kit

Award-winning nail tech presents KB Full Tool Range Kit

By Helena Biggs | 8 October 2020

Katie Barnes Tool Range, the brand launched by multi award-winning Warwick based tech, has added the KB Full Tool Range Kit to the portfolio. The comprehensive kit features all of the current tools in the Katie Barnes Tool Range, and the KB Stand Up Inductive Phone Charger is included with…

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The gel bottle inc runway

Create on-trend nail looks with The Gel Bottle Inc’s Runway collection

By Helena Biggs | 8 October 2020

The Gel Bottle Inc has launched 10 chic gel polish shades for autumn 2020, inspired by catwalk shows across the globe. The Runway collection is highly pigmented for striking coverage and each shade 100% gel; with a non-shrink and non-yellowing formula. LED and UV curable, the shades last up to…

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Crystal nails art gel pro

Get creative with Crystal Nails Art Gel Pro

By Sophie Nutt | 7 October 2020

Decorate nails with the Art Gel Pro range from Crystal Nails; creamy soft, highly pigmented art gel ideal for creating a whole range of nail art designs. Seeing an improved, easier-to-handle density, nail techs can work quickly and easily with the Art Gel Pro shades for a polished finish. The…

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Jessica phenom city lights

Illuminate nails with Jessica Phēnom City Lights collection

By Sophie Nutt | 6 October 2020

Jessica Nails has revealed the City Lights collection in time for the autumn/winter season, available in its Phēnom formula. The collections sees three new vivid additions to the three-step quick-drying, high-shine manicure system, which now boasts over 70 shades to choose from. Inspired by the ‘tones of an urban galaxy’,…

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