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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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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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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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EYELASH DESIGN COMPANY launches in Sweden

By Kat Hill | 11 July 2017

The Eyelash Design Company has launched two of its new professional treatments in Sweden. Two senior trainers, Emma Apps and Natalie Piper visited Lash Perfect Sweden in Motala to train and officially launch Brow Perfect Microblading and Lash Perfect Lash Lift. The training saw four of Lash Perfect Sweden’s trainers…

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CRYSTAL CLEAR unveils Plasma Lift

By Kat Hill | 10 July 2017

Crystal Clear has introduced the Plasma Lift – a futuristic treatment that uses plasma skin regeneration to resurface and rejuvenate the skin. The technology works by converting nitrogen gas into plasma energy, improving photo damaged skin, fine lines and pigmentation to give a fresher, firmer, more youthful looking complexion. The…

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DUNCAN JAMES to host Scratch’s Summer Party on 23 July

By Helena Biggs | 9 July 2017

Actor and singer, Duncan James, is to host Scratch’s Summer Party on 23 July. The event is to be held at Tropicana Beach Club, Covent Garden, and will see dancing, canapes, entertainment from pop starlet Amelia Lily – and the winners of the Scratch Stars Awards 2017 announced. Guaranteed to…

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CUCCIO REVEALS two Powder Polish Dip nail colour collections

By Helena Biggs | 8 July 2017

Calling all attention seekers and sophisticated showgirls! Cuccio has unveiled two new collections in its Powder Polish Dip formula; a total of 12 new shades to see you through the next two seasons. Attention Seeker features six vibrant summer shades to ensure attention, including Baby Sky Blue, Carrot Orange and…

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SWEET SQUARED offers goodies throughout July

By Kat Hill | 8 July 2017

Throughout July, Sweet Squared is offering a free MoroccanPrimer to buff and prep the skin with the purchase of either MoroccanTan Original or Exotic Instant Mousses. MoroccanPrimer exfoliates and primes the skin to provide the perfect base ahead of tanning. MoroccanTan’s Original and Exotic Tanning Mousses are lightweight and glide…

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CONTOUR AND COLOUR with Marvelbrow Palette

By Kat Hill | 6 July 2017

Salon System has revealed it latest launch – the Marvelbrow Brow Contour Palette. Perfect for brow technicians, make-up artists and colleges alike, the palette contains 11 smudge proof brow powders, highlighter and a double ended brush. Highly pigmented and long lasting, the formal allows for custom blending to ensure a match to…

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