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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HD Professional has revealed a new glitter powder collection in recognition of those affected by cancer. Founder of HD Professional, Hazel Dixon, has named each of the coloured glitter powders personally in honour of someone she knows who is battling, has survived or has been sadly lost to cancer. A…
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Combining several tanning actives to ensure the most intense Fake Bake tan to date, the DoubleShot Espresso Tan promises to pack a bigger punch than a Venti Caffé Americano. The express gel formula is fast-drying and extremely hydrating, and can be applied and worn instantly with no risk of the…
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Inspired by the refreshing aromatic of the sea, cleanse and smooth skin with the Sea Lavender and Samphire body care range from Elemis. The uplifting body care collection blends marine extracts of Sea lavender and samphire with citrus notes of lemon and a warm grounding base of patchouli to leave…
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Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals why its important to realise your one colour polishing skills – as well as extravagant nail artistry… Seeing outrageous and eccentric nail creations posted across social media can have positive effects on the industry. It showcases the skill and imagination of techs…
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Shine a light on your nail and beauty services with the Flirties Ring Light! Featuring a dimmable light strength and colour, this handy unit is fully adjustable for lighting up your work area. The 14″ diameter ring provides ideal lighting to your treatment area without casting shadows. Stable thanks to tripod…
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Featuring seven new shades and a Glow Top Coat, Hara has revealed it’s new spring/summer gel polish collection. The collection sees the shades Sky Blue, Mint Cream, Lavender Love, Tiffanie’s Blue, Electric Teal, Bare All and Peach Melba as cool pastels make their mark for summer. Also featuring in the…
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