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L&P acrylic vs dip powder nails: what’s the difference?

By Lilly Delmage | 22 March 2025

The L&P acrylic and dip powder systems are both artificial nail offerings, and popular choices for a long-lasting, durable nail finish. However, they have distinct differences. Understanding the terminology and chemistry behind the products is essential for meeting your clients’ needs. Here’s what you need to know about each system……

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Bexy Glow unveils Bexy Build builder gel at star-studded launch event

By Scratch Staff | 14 March 2025

Paige Chohan and Becky Willett, founders of nail brand, Bexy Glow, hosted an event in Cheshire to launch Bexy Glow Bexy Build: a builder gel designed to offer strength, flexibility and long-lasting wear. Guests gathered at The Colony, Wilmslow on 5 March to learn about the product, which is described as a…

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Sweet Squared delivers SOFGEL nail products to UK market

By Rebecca Hitchon | 11 March 2025

USA-based professional nail brand, SOFGEL, has partnered with hair and beauty distributor, Sweet Squared, to bring its soft gel products to the UK market. The brand boasts SOFTIPS PRO™: a range of ultra-thin, flexible and durable full coverage tips in two styles: standard and structured. The tips are available in…

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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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How to remove enhancements without damaging nails

By Katie Barnes | 24 January 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, reveals how to remove enhancements correctly – and what happens if you don’t. One of the biggest nail myths is that ‘nails need to breathe’. Nails are made up of several layers of dead, compacted cells and do not have the…

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SALON SYSTEM unveil Marvelbrow Mini Wax Heater

By Kat Hill | 23 January 2017

Great things come in small packages – and Salon System’s new Marvelbrow Mini Wax Heater is no exception! Ideal for smaller areas of waxing, brow specialists on the go, the compact design is portable. Holds approximately 4oz of strip wax or hot wax beads, the heater boasts fast heating time as…

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BCI UNVEILS Mandrel and Abrasive Bands for files

By Kat Hill | 23 January 2017

BCI has unveiled that latest addition to its wide product range. The new Mandrel and Abrasive Bands are great for artificial materials when used with an electric filing unit. Speedy and precise, the plastic bit can be used interchangeable abrasive bands. With a type to suit different needs, the bands…

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SAVE ON Nubar nail products while stocks last

By Helena Biggs | 23 January 2017

Add some sparkle to your nail product collection by getting your hand on Nubar products – now with some great savings while stocks last. The offers are valid 23-27 January 2017 and include: 3 for 2 on all Gelicure gel polish colours 3 for 2 on all Nail Art Glitter Jewels…

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THE EDGE brings Charlotte Rhys range to UK

By Kat Hill | 22 January 2017

Perfect for spas, luxury South African brand, Charlotte Rhys, is now available in the UK. Offering bath, body and skin care products as well as fragrances, the products are created in the brand’s home town of Cape Town, using natural, organic and botanical ingredients. Beautifully packaged, there are a variety of signature Charlotte…

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