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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Katie barnes opi tools april 2025

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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Magpie beauty glitter bits

New Magpie Beauty Glitters revealed!

By Kat Hill | 17 April 2018

Magpie Beauty has unveiled a line-up of four new glitters. Adding shape and style to nail designs, the new glitters see a mixture of sizes and shaped shards to create textured appearance. Available as a set of four, the Magpie Smashed Glitter Bits collection sees: Minnie – pink Sandy – gold metallic…

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The caribbean collection

Take a trip to the Caribbean with All That Jazz

By Kat Hill | 15 April 2018

All That Jazz has revealed The Caribbean Collection. Seeing four new sizzling the shades, the collection captures the vibrancy of the Caribbean with bright tones. New shades include: Don’t Be A Jerk-y  – fiery orange Jamaican Me Crazy – hot pink Patty Cake  – turquoise Caribbean Queen – royal purple The shades are…

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Titanic 2 treatment room

Huddersfield spa launches first personalised treatment room

By Helena Biggs | 15 April 2018

Luxury eco-spa, Titanic Spa, has launched a personalised treatment room where the guest experience is truly at its heart. Responding to the trend of ‘hyperpersonalisation’ in the spa sector, where guests are seeking a more experience-based service, the treatment room allows the client greater control over the likes of room…

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Platinum morgan taylor

Morgan Taylor reveals its first holographic nail lacquer range

By Helena Biggs | 14 April 2018

Six stunning new hues have been added to the Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer line; each boasting a dazzling holographic finish. The Platinum collection is the first holographic collection to be released by the brand and each lacquer is packed with iridescent shimmers. The shades are highly pigmented and serve up a…

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Spongellé spongettes

Spongellé reveals signature scent spongettes

By Kat Hill | 12 April 2018

Discover a signature scent with three new Spongellé spongettes. Available from Gerrard International, the range is sure to add an element of luxury to your retail area or be a pick-me-up treat for yourself. The  travel size spongettes buffers are enriched with extracts to cleanse, moisturise and rejuvenate the skin from head to…

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Mii powder

Finish make-up looks with Illusionist Translucent Powder from Mii Cosmetics

By Sophie Nutt | 12 April 2018

Create long-lasting and photo-ready make-up looks for clients with this translucent loose powder from Mii Cosmetics. Containing spherical particles that blur lines and banish shine, the Illusionist Translucent Powder suits all skin types and tones. Available to purchase from www.gerrardinternational.com.

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