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Gel vs gel polish nails: What’s the difference?

By Lilly Delmage | 5 March 2025

The gel and gel polish nail systems have notable differences, and serve distinct purposes at the nail desk. Understanding their use and benefits is essential, in order to choose the right product for each client’s nail goals. The science behind gel products In the book: Nail Therapist – A Professional…

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These are the nail colour collections you need for spring/summer 2025

By Lilly Delmage | 26 February 2025

Spring/summer presents a time to spring clean your nail product inventory. Swap out winter hues for the fresh and vibrant tones to suit the seasons, and get arty with vibrant patterns and plenty of florals. Here are the nail colour collections to note for SS25: CND™ Quiet Luxury collection, www.sweetsquared.com…

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Scottish training centre launches spa traineeship programme to help combat employment crisis

By Helena Biggs | 21 February 2025

BABTAC & CIBTAC Training Centre of the Year 2022, 2023 and 2024, The Academy, Glasgow, has launched Scotland’s first spa traineeship programme, in partnership with the Crerar Hotel Group. The traineeship delivers CIBTAC Level 2 Facial Skincare and Level 3 Body Massage qualifications. “The traineeship combines immersive on-site training at…

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Artistic serves up hot palette of nail shades for AW18

By Helena Biggs | 6 September 2018

From sassy to spicy and with a little bit of sauce, Artistic Nail Design has presented six versatile nail shades in its Caution: Extremely Hot collection for autumn/winter. The tasteful crèmes include a dark blue, dark red and green iridescent, each designed to complement one another, and each available in…

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Offer nude shades to suit with Orly’s The New Neutral collection

By Sophie Nutt | 6 September 2018

Inspired by the seasonal transition into autumn, the latest shades from Orly serve up nude hues for individual client taste. Boasting a palette of muted brick red, earthy rose pink and dusty olive green shades, the collection is available in two formulas – nail lacquer and Gel FX – depending…

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Katie Barnes on…how to prevent allergies

By Katie Barnes | 4 September 2018

Concerns have been mounting over the number of tech allergies being reported from using nail products. It’s so important to address your working practice and products to prevent this from disrupting your career and causing further pain. An allergy builds up over time from overexposure of repetitive skin contact with…

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Offer extended weartime with new OPI ProStay Base Coat

By Kat Hill | 4 September 2018

OPI has unveiled a new base coat for its Infinite Shine system, helping to extend wear time for clients. The OPI ProStay Primer Base Coat boasts new technology and is formulated for optimum sticking power. The base coat can be used with the Infinite Shine range of colours and Gloss Top…

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Add excitement to your pedi bowl with the La Palm Volcano Spa Treatment range

By Kat Hill | 1 September 2018

Ideal for both mobile and salon tech, the compact, single-use kits from La Palm Volcano Spa Treatment range sees five steps to a sumptuous yet effective service. The kit is available in four scents – Honey Pearl, Romance, Tropical Citrus or Orange No. 5 – and each contains Detox Volcanic…

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Keep working space clean with Sienna X Wax Equipment Cleaner

By Sophie Nutt | 31 August 2018

Easily remove wax spills from heaters and hard surfaces with the Wax Equipment Cleaner from Sienna X. The odourless formula is suitable on all surface, including plastic and natural fibres, making it an effective all-round cleaner to keep equipment hygienic and clean to ensure your display always looks professional. Shop…

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