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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Are you a control freak? Sculpt and style nails your way with Cuccio’s T3 LED/UV Versatility Gel. Featuring cool cure technology, the gel boasts an ultra-thick viscosity, and does not slump or self-level during application. It features the strength and control of an acrylic and is odour free. Available in…
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Inspired by social media hashtags and street style, Jessica has launched its #Instastyle autumn/winter collection in the Phenom formula. The three shades; #Streetwear, #Outfitoftheday and #Lovethislook, are cool crèmes that offer a long lasting, high shine finish. The shades are used in the three-step system; which involves applying base coat,…
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Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, serves up advice on apex placement for different nail shapes What is the apex? The apex should be the highest part of an enhancement, located at the weakest point and created to give the nail balance and strength. It should be visible from every angle but is most noticeable from the side view. The…
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Star Nails has added a dip powder system to its portfolio, providing a speedy way to apply permanent colour to the nail. The system utilises adhesive gel and a brush on activator with finely milled acrylic powders to create beautiful nails that last a minimum of 14 days. Quick and easy…
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Magpie Beauty has revealed its autumn collection for 2017 – seeing six new glitters perfect f0r seasonal nail art and designs. The line-up includes: Jessica – a fiery copper, orange holographic in size .008 Mellisa – purpled holographic mix in medium size mix Charlotte – rose gold metallic mix in mixed sizes Isabel – an…
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Spruce up your mani desk with the Infiniti Nail Station from REM. Available with or without storage, the desk can be customised to any REM colour meaning there’s a look to suit every salon set-up. It also boasts the REM three year warranty. Infiniti features an advanced air filter system as standard, as…
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