PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS
How to nail the French tip pedicure
Katie Clark, award-winning nail tech & founder of Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education, answers questions about perfecting the French pedi… How big should the French tips be? A French tip should mimic the natural free edge of the nail. Estimate how long the client will wait between appointments, plus…
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OPI collaborates with award-winning nail pro on mani/pedi essentials range
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
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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With such an increased report in allergies and accidents occurring with nail products from not just home users, but ‘professional’ nail technicians, I believe that there needs to be a call for better education on the situation. Creating beautiful nails is an art but one of the most forgotten and…
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Transform lacquer tones with the three special effect topcoats in Seche’s Special Effects Toppers collection. Quick drying and versatile, the collection sees: Holographic Effect a super shimmery Glitter Effect Opal Effect – an iridescent finish Working perfectly with Seche Vite or Seche Vive Top Coats, the polishes can be used alone or over any…
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Create colour cocktails this season with The Glitz & The Glam Christmas collection from Leighton Denny Expert Nails. The collection sees two gift sets containing two complimentary nail polishes: a SnowGlobe Effect Topcoat and complementary classic shade. Making for a beautiful nail look when used on their own or a…
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NSI has unveiled its Essentials range; a new line of products designed to simplify nail enhancement application and cater to client needs. The new range reveals: Bond Enhancer – A Ph Balancer to be used for those clients who are prone to lifting. This replaces the brand’s current Bond enhancer. Bond –…
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Sprinkle some Christmas magic on clients’ nails this season with the :Yours Loves a Christmas Miracle collection. Featuring two double sided stamping plates, Jingle Bells and Christmas in the Air, the collection has been designed by Sascha Gossen, Fee Wallace, Dee Timmer, Anna Lee, Maria Cientanni, John C. Nguyen, Natalie…
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Create nail designs to stun with the new Glitter Effx pots by Le Chat, ready for Christmas parties galore. With 72 sparkling shades ranging from vivacious violet to gorgeous gold hues to choose from, these nail art glitters can be mixed with acrylic powders, encapsulated in gel or sprinkled over…
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