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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Extend your colour repertoire with OPI and Disney’s The Nutcracker and Four Realms collection. Seeing 12 limited editions shades plus three coordinating glitters, the collection offers festive looks for every event and taste. Inspired by the film adaptation of the classic ballet, The Nutcracker and Four Realms collection is available…
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On the look out for products to add a touch of sparkle, chic and style to your retail area this festive season? Delfy Cosmetics has revealed its range of Christmas Gift Sets to entice clients. Serving up a range of 11 sets that can be customised to your preference, Delfy…
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Mastering cuticle application can be a tech’s nemesis, but it needn’t be. Of course, it takes practice but follow my top tips for perfecting your cuticle application with L&P and gel polish. Perfecting L&P cuticle application When working with L&P, ensuring the mix ratio is correct – especially around the…
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Nail Order has welcomed a new brand to its portfolio; Nooiii. The range specialises in affordable easy-blend tips as well as pre designed tips, nail art products, a self-levelling L&P acrylic range and fibreglass & silk products. There are also tekking essentials such as tools and hygiene products available, and…
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Globally renowned vlogger and winner of the Scratch Stars Best UK Nail Blogger title 2018, Natasha Lee, has launched her own range of nail products. Named ‘Divine by Natasha Lee‘, products include a ‘capsule’ brush set, which features five brushes that allows the user to create every art look that…
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Autumn is in the air so update your nail art kit with the latest crystal mix from Crystal Parade. Inspired by nights in front of a warm fire, the Preciosa Nail Art Mix in Cosy Nights sees a variety of Preciosa crystals. The mix sees flatback crystals in a mixture of sizes…
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