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Scottish training centre launches spa traineeship programme to help combat employment crisis

By Helena Biggs | 21 February 2025

BABTAC & CIBTAC Training Centre of the Year 2022, 2023 and 2024, The Academy, Glasgow, has launched Scotland’s first spa traineeship programme, in partnership with the Crerar Hotel Group. The traineeship delivers CIBTAC Level 2 Facial Skincare and Level 3 Body Massage qualifications. “The traineeship combines immersive on-site training at…

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Buying an E-file & bits? Nail techs: here’s what to consider

By Rebecca Hitchon | 21 February 2025

Nail experts share what to know before buying an E-file and bits… Choose the company carefully “Purchase from a reputable professional brand that also provides high-quality training for its E-file range, as undertaking this training is the best way to ensure the tools are being used correctly,” says Giorgia Cappella,…

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How to stop nail biting & picking: experts share treatment plans to break the habit

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 February 2025

Finalists in the Scratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year category 2024 share tips for nail biting and picking clients… Why do people bite and pick at their nails and skin? “Nail biting, also known as onychophagia, and skin picking and biting, named perionychophagia, are habits associated with stress,…

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MOYOU LONDON takes you to Mexico

By Kat Hill | 30 April 2017

Meet Maria and MoYou-London’s Mexico stamping plate collection! Consisting of eight new plates, the collection is a swirl of Aztec-inspired patterns, Day of the Dead skulls, fiery fiesta flowers and tile designs. Perfect for the summer, the plates boasts striking designs that add art to your client’s manicure in a…

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PERFECT DIP by Artistic Nail Design launches for long-wear colour

By Helena Biggs | 29 April 2017

Artistic Nail Design has unveiled Perfect Dip, a powder dip system to enable speedy, long-lasting enhancements in a range of vivid shades. “Dip systems like this have been around for a long time, however technology has advanced,” explains Jacqui O’Sullivan, head of education at Louella Belle, UK distributor of the…

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JUMBO SHELLAC shades available this weekend only

By Kat Hill | 28 April 2017

Stock up this bank holiday weekend with jumbo sized CND™ Shellac™ shades! For the the May Bank Holiday, Sweet Squared has unveiled the limited edition Jumbo Shellac. More than double the size of a normal Shellac™ shade, these 15ml bottles are perfect for stocking up on your favourite shades in the run up to…

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KEEP COOL with Simon Jersey

By Helena Biggs | 28 April 2017

Refresh your work uniform in time for the warmer season with Simon Jersey’s range of linen blend tunics. The range, which launched in February, has proven popular among customers, with the brand revealing that it has received many positive comments from beauty therapists. The linen-blend fabric has a lightweight feel…

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JESSICA LAUNCHES wedding themed nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 27 April 2017

Save the date! 2 May sees the launch of a decadent six-piece bridal collection from Jessica nails.   Featuring four pearlescent and two glitter shades, the hues in the Glowing with Love collection show off something to suit every bride – whatever their style. The shades tell a story through…

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Go pretty pink with CRYSTAL PARADE

By Kat Hill | 26 April 2017

Add some girly glamour to your nail services with the latest launch from Crystal Parade. In a handy packet of mixed sized Swarovskis, this collection of No Hot Fix Crystals will be available in a new Cute Mood Mix – a selection of pretty pink tones. The pack of 200 sees sizes ss5 –…

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