PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS
Gel vs gel polish nails: What’s the difference?
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
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
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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Salon Services has launched its new Equipment Direct range, including a host of salon equipment to suit every budget. Featuring low-cost essentials, premium pieces and freelance-friendly products, the range can be ordered from Salon Services stores and via the website. Products are available for delivery within seven days (T&Cs apply)…
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On the 11 July, myself and Scratch‘s Sophie hotfooted to Cherryduck Studios in London, just a stone’s throw from Tower Bridge, to go behind the scenes on an exciting Salon System brand photoshoot. Capturing images and videos with models and products to align with the new Salon System brand image and…
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Creative nail brand, Candy Coat, has launched the Ice Lolly collection The gel polish range that reveals up to three colours depending on temperature. Offering an ombré look with minimal effort, the overlays are sure to be a talking point – particularly in this heatwave as clients dip from the pool to…
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Sweet Squared, UK distributor of CND™, has unveiled Wild Earth, its autumn/winter 2018 nail colour collection. Available in both CND SHELLAC™ and VINYLUX™ formulas, the six shades in the collection have been inspired by ‘Mother Earth’s endless array of textures, magnificent colour palette and breathtaking landscapes’. Wild Earth comprises the deep cobalt…
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Ideal as a treatment add-on or retail option, BeautyPro has revealed its new Thermotherapy Masks: the Warming Gold Foil Mask with hyaluronic acid and Q10 and Warming Silver Foil Mask with vitamin C and green tea. The foil-backed masks create a seal against the surface of the face, allowing for…
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Cuccio has launched its striking neon colour collection, Atomix, featuring pigments that are designed to empower the wearer. “Empowerment is a process by which a person becomes an agent of change,” comments a spokesperson for the brand. “It’s living with purpose and a ‘Can Do!’ attitude. “Consider this collection as…
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