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Keysie Brian Gregor Eadie Scotland

How a Scottish inventor & son created a product nail enthusiasts can’t live without

By Helena Biggs | 23 January 2025

Have you ever damaged a nail opening a can, prying open the clips of photo frames or opening keyrings? It’s these nuisances that led husband and son duo, Brian and Gregor Eadie, to create Keysie: a handy device to save nails from unnecessary damage. It was Gregor who approached his…

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Footlogix Insitute Of Podiatrists

Footlogix medi-pedi products endorsed by the Institute of Podiatrists

By Scratch Staff | 21 January 2025

Pediceutical footcare line, Footlogix®, has been endorsed by the Institute of Podiatrists (IOP), an organisation that represents podiatry professionals who are committed to advancing foot health standards. The two-year endorsement follows the successful completion of a rigorous evaluation, conducted by the Institute’s Medicines and Procedures Panel (MaPP). This review involved…

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Nail Order Team Scottish Flag

How a Scottish nail brand is changing the way products are seen in the sector

By Scratch Staff | 19 January 2025

In just five years, husband and wife duo, Chris and Bekka Costello, have grown their nail business in Paisley, Scotland, from 10 humble products to over 350: focusing on everything nail professionals require to offer slick, profitable services. “We started Nail Order while our salon was closed due to the…

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Bio Sculpture releases Mad Glamour Collection

By Kat Hill | 13 October 2017

Bio Sculpture has revealed The Mad Glamour Collection. New for A/W18 and now available, four new colours have been unveiled: 218 Shimmering Joy 219 Magical Merry-Go-Round 220 Shine Like A Disco Ball 221 Party Popper “The collection features four shades inspired by disco sequins, satin and glitter as seen on…

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Opi Gelcolor

OPI reveals updated GELCOLOR SYSTEM

By Kat Hill | 12 October 2017

OPI is to update its GelColor soak-off nail system with new base and top coats featuring ProHealth technology, new colourful bottles, an additional 7.5ml product size and an LED dual-cure light made with LG. The ProHealth Technology base coat and top coat help protect nails and shield manicures and pedicures from damage while locking…

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Cuccio T3 Controlled Levelling Gel Pink

Control nail sculpts with Cuccio’s T3 Versatility Gel

By Helena Biggs | 12 October 2017

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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Jessica Phenom Instastyle Bottles

Instagram-inspired collection by Jessica Nails launches in Phenom formula

By Helena Biggs | 10 October 2017

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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Apex Placement For Almond

An insight into the nail apex

By Katie Barnes | 10 October 2017

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 Dip System

Star Nails by United Beauty reveals dipping system for nails

By Helena Biggs | 9 October 2017

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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