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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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SUSAN ROUTLEDGE partners with Hair No More

By Kat Hill | 12 March 2017

Beauty business consultant, Susan Routledge, and her team at Finishing Touch Health and Beauty Clinic, are set to partner up with Hair No More. The hair removal brand will be working with the Consett-based salon to offer the latest SHR (Super Hair Removal) treatments, delivering pain free, super-fast and affordable hair removal.…

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FABY UK announces Irish distribution partnership

By Kat Hill | 9 March 2017

Palms Extra, UK distributor for Faby, has announced that it will be working with 4Beauty Group to bring Faby products to Ireland as the appointed official distributors. “We are super excited to bring Faby to the Irish market,” says Hilary McMurray, of 4Beauty Group. “We really wanted to wait for…

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Cupid Crystal Magical Unicorn Collection

ADD SOME SPARKLE with Cupid Crystals

By Kat Hill | 8 March 2017

Add a mythical touch to your nail designs with the latest crystal collection from Cupid Crystals. The Magical Unicorn Collection features a variety of Swarovski crystals, including Rose, White Opal, Tanzanite and Crystal Aurore Boreale – all in a variety of sizes. With approximately 140 per pot, the Swarovski crystals are…

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#NOWTRENDING: Marble Nails

By Helena Biggs | 7 March 2017

From Kim Kardashian’s chained nails to glittered cuticles: 2017 is no longer just about chrome, as new design ideas are pulling focus. It seems to be that greys, soft pinks and neutral hues are hot on the wish lists of many clients and we can’t help but love how this…

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CHEEKY unveil four new shades

By Kat Hill | 7 March 2017

Spa chain and product brand, Cowshed, has unveiled four new shades for spring under its nail varnish brand, CHEEKY. Drawing on the warmer climes of the exotic jungle as its inspiration, the new additions sees the following shades: Bright pink, Hawaiian Hibiscus Grey tone, Moonsoon Mist Camo-Chameleon, khaki green Nuts about Brazil,…

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Your Nail Travel Buddy Natural Nail Boost Set

HANDY LCN kit unveiled

By Kat Hill | 6 March 2017

LCN has unveiled the Your Nail Travel Buddy Natural Nail Boost Set. Whether you’re on holiday and break a nail or a client needs a speedy repair, the set is a handy addition to your handbag. It features a mini LED light unit and Natural Nail Boost products, including Clear…

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