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L&p acrylic vs dip powder

L&P acrylic vs dip powder nails: what’s the difference?

By Lilly Delmage | 22 March 2025

The L&P acrylic and dip powder systems are both artificial nail offerings, and popular choices for a long-lasting, durable nail finish. However, they have distinct differences. Understanding the terminology and chemistry behind the products is essential for meeting your clients’ needs. Here’s what you need to know about each system……

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Bexy Glow unveils Bexy Build builder gel at star-studded launch event

By Scratch Staff | 14 March 2025

Paige Chohan and Becky Willett, founders of nail brand, Bexy Glow, hosted an event in Cheshire to launch Bexy Glow Bexy Build: a builder gel designed to offer strength, flexibility and long-lasting wear. Guests gathered at The Colony, Wilmslow on 5 March to learn about the product, which is described as a…

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Sweet Squared delivers SOFGEL nail products to UK market

By Rebecca Hitchon | 11 March 2025

USA-based professional nail brand, SOFGEL, has partnered with hair and beauty distributor, Sweet Squared, to bring its soft gel products to the UK market. The brand boasts SOFTIPS PRO™: a range of ultra-thin, flexible and durable full coverage tips in two styles: standard and structured. The tips are available in…

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Help support CRY charity with special nail art mix & craft kit

By Helena Biggs | 19 July 2020

Award-winning Bournemouth tech, Lauren McBride, has teamed up with Crystal Parade to launch a special charity crystal nail art mix and craft kit. The craft kit, which features over 300 Swarovski, Preciosa and Zodiac crystals, cabochons and pearls, is in honour of Tiffany Andrews, who lost her life aged 15…

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Margaret dabbs hand cleansing gel

Care for hands with Margaret Dabbs London Hand Cleansing Gel

By Sophie Nutt | 19 July 2020

As lockdown restrictions continue to ease, Margaret Dabbs London has launched ‘new normal’ handbag accessories, including Hand Cleansing Gel. The Margaret Dabbs London Hand Cleansing Gel boasts a unique antibacterial formulation that leaves hands clean, refreshed and hydrated wherever and whenever. The gel contains 65% alcohol and has reportedly proven…

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Nails inc plant power

Nails Inc. combines colour & care in 12 plant-based nail lacquer shades

By Scratch Staff | 18 July 2020

London based nail brand, Nails Inc., is celebrating 21 years in business with a ’21-free’ plant-based nail lacquer range. The Plant Power collection features 12 shades formulated from ingredients that are derived from plant sources. It features a shade to suit all skin tones, from the midnight dark blue Spiritual…

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Magpie beauty full on tips

Offer speedy enhancements with Magpie Beauty Full On Tips

By Sophie Nutt | 18 July 2020

Magpie Beauty has launched Full On Tips designed to save professional nail technicians time and money by offering an express nail extension service. Available in both Almond and Tapered Square shapes, the Full On Tips boast a wear-time of up to three weeks and can be applied using both acrylic…

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Cuccio disposable packs

Maintain optimum hygiene measures with Cuccio’s single-use mani/pedi packs

By Helena Biggs | 17 July 2020

Cuccio has launched disposable mani & pedi packs; ideal for session and mobile nailists and for promoting optimum hygiene practice in-salon. Designed to reduce the risk of cross contamination, the single-use packs contain everything needed to prep the nails for a standard mani or pedi service. The manicure pack contains…

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Ciaté lights up London landmarks for new launch

By Sophie Nutt | 17 July 2020

To celebrate the launch of its collection with design agency SmileyWorld, beauty brand Ciaté has projected ‘mood-boosting’ images on London’s Houses of Parliament. The range launches today and features Smile On Lipsticks, Smooth On Lip Balm, three coloured mascaras, an eyeshadow palette, nail art stickers and Energy Boost Eye Patches.…

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