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Katie barnes opi tools april 2025

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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Chrome pigments: a nail expert shares a troubleshooting guide

By Katie Barnes | 6 April 2025

Educator & award-winning nail pro, Katie Clark, offers advice for dealing with issues that can arise when using chrome pigments… The chrome nail trend is ever-popular, but are you applying chrome products correctly? Each brand may have slightly different instructions, so always follow these and get in touch with the…

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MAGPIE BEAUTY launches spring nail art glitters

By Helena Biggs | 17 April 2017

Magpie has unveiled six new glitters set to put a sparkly spin on springtime manicures. The Spring Collection features Betsy, a lilac & aqua holographic, Tara, a silver holographic, Lila, a lilac metallic, Juno, an aqua metallic, Flossy, a white unicorn effect iridescent and Flora, a coral unicorn effect iridescent.

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LCN REVEALS new shade of AFO Gel

By Kat Hill | 15 April 2017

LCN’s best-selling building gel will now be available in a flattering pink tone. Self-leveling, it helps create an even enhancement that is easy to file. Durable, it can be used to create strong sculpts. Available to buy from www.bcitrade.com  

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Dry nails fast with Cuccio’s 7 Second Top Coat

By Helena Biggs | 14 April 2017

Get your hands on Cuccio’s 7 Second Top Coat to seal your freshly painted nails in – you’ve guessed it – seven seconds! Affording a supreme, high shine finish, the top coat is available in a professional 75ml size or mobile and retail-friendly 13ml size. Trade customers can purchase 12 top…

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COLORFUL CREATIVE PLAY™ collection revealed by CND™

By Kat Hill | 14 April 2017

CND™ has unveiled the next CREATIVE PLAY™ nail lacquer collection – Sunset Bash. Featuring eight super-charged summery shades, the collection sees a spectrum of purples, blues, greens and oranges in a variety of finishes. Colours (L to R) include : Tangerine Rush, Fuchsia Fling, Shady Palms, Express Your Em-oceans, Teal the Wee Hours, Skymazing, Barefoot Bash and Party…

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SWITCH UP your style with Buttercups

By Kat Hill | 13 April 2017

Ensure you’re stylish for the new season with the Spring/Summer options at Buttercups. Whether you opt for a new style or shade, ensure you’re polished and presentable for the warmer weather. Made from a breathable fabric, the elegant and fashion-forward styles stay crumple-free. With bi-strech fabric that moves with the wear, the…

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NEW SALON System lash range lands at Sallys

By Helena Biggs | 12 April 2017

Salon System has broadened its product portfolio with a new silky soft range of eyelashes. LashLux features three mink-style lash designs that lend eyes a wide-eyed effect while still being wearable. Quick to apply and remove, the lashes can form an add-on service or be sold to clients for at-home…

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