PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS

French pedicure

How to nail the French tip pedicure

By Katie Barnes | 20 April 2025

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

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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Kure bazaar cuticle oil

Boost nail health with new organic cuticle oil from Kure Bazaar

By Kat Hill | 1 July 2018

Kure Bazaar has unveiled a new addition to its range of nail care products. The Organic Cuticle Oil  sees a blend of 10 oils, including argan, onagre, borage, hemp, cameline, hazelnut, sweet almond and infusion of rosa damascene. The brand states the oil boasts a formula that is 100% organic…

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Crazy angel strip tease

Prepare skin for flawless tanning with the Strip Tease Tan Eraser from Crazy Angel

By Sophie Nutt | 29 June 2018

Designed to gently and effectively remove self-tan, the Strip Tease Tan Eraser helps to reveal a fresh base for tanning services. The delicate cleansing mousse offers to remove self-tan in minutes without the use of harmful chemicals and promises to leave skin feeling smooth and hydrated. Effectively removing the tell-tale…

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Lemongrass&orange

Freshen up with the Supertan Lemongrass and Orange Tan Accelerator

By Kat Hill | 29 June 2018

An ideal retail item or addition to a tanning service, see clients into the summer months with the Supertan Lemongrass and Orange Tan Accelerator. Featuring the ultra fresh scent of orange and lemongrass, the formula sees a moisturising base of shea butter. The lotion also boasts aloe vera and vitamin E, as well…

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Ink summer dayz

Embrace Summer Dayz with INK London’s nail colour collection

By Sophie Nutt | 27 June 2018

Cater to bright nail requests and hot nail art demands with five punchy shades from INK London. Available in iLac gel polish, the hues are (L-R) Funky Fuschia, Blazing Sunset, Summer Sorbet, Ardent Amethyst and Purple Persuasion. Each available in 15ml bottles, iLac is LED and UV curable and offers…

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Easily adjust nail forms with INK London Fine Arrow Point Scissors

By Kat Hill | 26 June 2018

Ensure a snug fit with your forms thanks to the new Fine Arrow Point Scissors from INK London. Ergonomically designed, the scissors see a sharp point to easily adjust forms before product application. The scissors see a chic black handle and INK London’s crown emblem. Snap up the scissors at www.inknails.com

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Wax Chat: Andy Rouillard collaborates with Salon System to launch Just Wax Expert range

By Sophie Nutt | 25 June 2018

Salon System has revealed its collaboration with waxing guru, Andy Rouillard, of Axiom Bodyworks, for the Just Wax Expert range. Named Britain’s Top Male Waxing Specialist by the former grooming editor of Men’s Health, Andy Rouillard is an award-winning therapist and qualified teacher. The collaboration aims to understand and meet…

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