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Sweet Squared delivers SOFGEL nail products to UK market

By Rebecca Hitchon | 11 March 2025

USA-based professional nail brand, SOFGEL, has partnered with hair and beauty distributor, Sweet Squared, to bring its soft gel products to the UK market. The brand boasts SOFTIPS PRO™: a range of ultra-thin, flexible and durable full coverage tips in two styles: standard and structured. The tips are available in…

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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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Bio Sculpture Gel UK reveals Essence Glitter Bridal Collection

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2018

Add glimmer to nail designs for the big day with Bio Sculpture UK. Unveiling the Essence Glitter Bridal Collection, the three new glitters see a glistening effect when worn over any Bio Sculpture Gel shades. The new additions see: a chrome, Blue Pearl; Moon Shine; and, Snow Angel. Perfect for…

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LCN launches Paris-inspired nail colour collection

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2018

Ahh c’est la belle vie! Channeling the charm of Parisian life, LCN and BCI UK have revealed its latest colour launch – La Belle Vie. Available in the brand’s nail polish, Colour Gel and Recolution Advanced Soak Off Colour Polish formulas, the six new shades see a sophisticated palette of pinks, mauves and metallics.…

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Shape the future with latest Brillbird launch

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2018

The future is in your hands with Brillbird’s latest launch – Future Gel. Currently available in three colours, the Future Gel range comes in a 27ml tube. Brillbird claims the formula is easy to work with and can accurately be applied to the nail using a spatula and shaped with…

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How to rebuild damaged toenails

By Katie Barnes | 20 March 2018

Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals how to rebuild toenails to get them looking tip-top in time for the summer months – with a step-by-step photo guide and nail knowledge to boot Damaged, broken or bitten toenails can be an extremely common concern, but it is something your client…

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How to apply tanning products perfectly

By Guest Writer | 16 March 2018

Kissed by Mii tanning expert, Shelley Henderson, explains why it’s all in the prep step when it comes to the perfect tan… Whether you’re delivering a smooth, streak-free tan in the tanning booth or teaching your clients techniques to guarantee great results at home – it’s important to prep the…

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Top tips for the perfect bridal tan

By Guest Writer | 1 March 2018

Kissed by Mii tanning expert Shelley Henderson reveals how to entice the entire bridal party to tan. Now that bridal season is officially here (thanks Pippa Middleton!), salons, spas and mobile therapists should now turn their attention to bridal specific-tanning. After all, tanning is the perfect addition to beauty treatment…

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