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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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Nail Biting Picking

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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DISCOVER FABY’S manicure and pedicure system

By Helena Biggs | 28 January 2017

Add an element of pure luxury to your manicure and pedicure service with Faby’s M2 Manicure and Pedicure range. It contains six sumptuous products, three of which are dual-purpose and can be used on both the hands and feet. Products include the M2 Hand Cream, featuring a light texture for…

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Lash Perfect Ultimate Russian Adhesive

LASH PERFECT reveals new adhesive

By Helena Biggs | 27 January 2017

Lash Perfect is excited to announce the launch of its new Ultimate Russian Eyelash Adhesive following a year of research and development. Designed to work with both Lash Perfect Russian and Lash Perfect Russian Varia, the new adhesive has been formulated with a unique consistency that keeps fans in place when…

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FLASH SOME lash with Salon System

By Kat Hill | 26 January 2017

Flash some lash and pull in profit with the ideal retail range – Salon System’s lash range. With a variety of looks available, clients will be a flutter over NaturaLash options. Whether they prefer strip or individual lashes, retail the the pro brand that offers instant results with a variety…

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Valentines Vinylux 300

CND™ LAUNCHES Valentine’s gift sets

By Helena Biggs | 24 January 2017

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, encourage clients to create picture perfect nails with the new CND™ Vinylux Gift Sets. These must-have kits include Ridge FX™, two fabulous Vinylux shades (including Wildfire and Skin Tease or Cake Pop and Pink Bikini) and the Vinylux Weekly Top Coat to lock colour in…

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Opi Infinite Shine Prostay

OPI ANNOUNCES Infinite Shine products for up to 11 days of flawless colour

By Helena Biggs | 24 January 2017

OPI is to launch an Infinite Shine Primer and Gloss next month, featuring exclusive ProStay technology for up to 11 days of gel-like wear and shine. Infinite Shine utilises a three-step system featuring a base coat, colour and top coat that’s engineered to deliver pristine results with easy, soak-free removal.…

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Gellux Multi Chrome Kit

MULTI CHROME KIT revealed by Gellux

By Kat Hill | 24 January 2017

Create dazzling designs for clients and cater to the chrome craze with Gellux’s lastet release. The Gellux Multi Chrome Kit sees six applicators and Multi Chrome Flakes in three shades: Chameleon – a green/pink finish Indigo – a pink/purple finish Rose Gold – a gold/bronze finish Worn over any Gellux shade,…

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