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Mother’s Day: how to tailor nail treatments to mums-to-be, new & mature mums

By Rebecca Hitchon | 9 March 2025

Mother’s Day offers a chance to boost your treatment offerings to satisfy a range of clients. Let us show you how… Mums-to-be The aches and strains of a pregnancy warrant some well-deserved TLC, so turn your focus to expectant mothers. “Mothers-to-be have a lot to prepare for and depending on…

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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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Care for lashes with Lash FX Foaming Lash Cleanser

By Sophie Nutt | 2 July 2018

Remove eye make-up and cleanse the eye area without causing damage to eyelash extensions with the Lash FX Foaming Lash Cleanser. Ideal for extension-wearers to help care for lashes in between appointments, the foaming cleanser offers to keep lash extensions looking fabulous for as long as possible. The gentle oil-free…

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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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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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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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Chrome pigments: A troubleshooting guide

By Katie Barnes | 26 June 2018

Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, offers tips on making chrome pigments last on nails, should you experience issues… The chrome nail trend is ever-popular and while most nail techs have tried the technique, not every one applies the products correctly. Each product and brand may have slightly different instructions…

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