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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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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GET SET for summer with Mii’s Tropical Daydream make-up collection

By Helena Biggs | 28 June 2017

Wake up to summer and shake up your make-up offerings with Mii’s Tropical Daydream collection. Ideal as a retail collection or an add-on service, the range features two fruity Mii Passionate Lip Lover shades; Sunblush – a pretty pink, and Sunburst – a cute coral. A Wide Eyed Liner in…

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TANNING TREATS for new S2 customers

By Kat Hill | 27 June 2017

New customers to Sweet Squared will be rewarded with an extra tanning treat this summer. Any new customer account openings with the distributor will receive a free MoroccanTan Original Sample Pack to indulge their clients in a fabulous glow. The pack sees MoroccanGold 8% DHA, MoroccanOriginal 10% DHA, MoroccanBronze 12% DHA and MoroccanCoco…

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HIGH DEFINITION relaunches branded tunic

By Kat Hill | 26 June 2017

Polish your professional appearance for brow treatments with the High Definition tunic. Back by popular demand, the brand is relaunching its branded tunic which will be available exclusively to HD Brows stylists, stockists, and make-up artists. Produced by La Beeby, the tunic is comfortably tailored and features an appliquéd HD…

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California Dreaming with OPI

By Helena Biggs | 25 June 2017

OPI has captured the colourful, laid-back spirit of California with its must-have summer collection. California Dreaming features 12 new shades including pinks, reds, nudes and a glittering black. “I always draw inspiration from fashion, food and travel, and California’s unique mix of cultures, cuisines and landscapes serves as a constant source…

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BATH & BODY OILS launched to enhance wellbeing in salons & spas

By Helena Biggs | 25 June 2017

Shared Beauty Secrets, supplier of Lava Shells, has added to its portfolio with the Kokolokahi brand. Designed to work with the shells and the Molten Lava Stones in a massage treatment, the bath and body oils in the Kokolokahi range can help therapists further personalise their treatments for each client for…

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EVE TAYLOR London launch skincare kits

By Helena Biggs | 24 June 2017

Aromatherapy brand, Eve Taylor London, has launched a new range of skincare kits to enhance its growing retail portfolio. Each travel-sized kit contains a cleanser, toner, moisturiser and eye gel and is available in Ultra Soothing, Soothing, Balancing and Purifying. As well as being a great gift item, the kits…

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