PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS
Scottish training centre launches spa traineeship programme to help combat employment crisis
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
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
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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Jessica Cosmetics has unveiled BioPure, a plant-based nail polish collection created using an eco-conscious manufacturing process and renewable resources. This Earth-friendly collection of 24 shades, a base and top coat and polish remov and makes use of natural vegetal biomass ingredients. BioPure Nail Colour The vegan shades have a high…
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Techs – it’s time to turn detective with the mystery-themed WhoDunit? nail colour collection from Light Elegance. The 12 nail shades for autumn are designed to add an air of romance and mystery to seasonal nail looks. There is a six-piece Colour Gel and six-piece Glitter Gel collection, and all…
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OPI’s Fall Wonders collection for autumn 2022 is a down-to-earth palette that harnesses ‘the healing power of nature’ in its 12 shades. Inspired by the natural colours of the world, the shades are available in OPI GelColor, Infinite Shine and Nail Lacquer, with selected shades in Powder Perfection. “Nature is…
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CND™ has unveiled its autumn 2022 nail colour collection, designed to bring ‘energy, optimism and romance’ to nails. Featuring a modern, vibrant palette for the season, the six shades in the In Fall Bloom collection offer a perfect transition from summer hues and are available in both CND™ Shellac™ and CND™…
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There are so many terms in the industry surrounding nail enhancement maintenance, such as back-fills, fill, fill-in, touch-up and maintenance, which can be confusing to nail techs and clients. Most clients seem to be familiar with the term ‘infill’s’ but this isn’t always the enhancement maintenance service that is best…
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Are you looking for the right E-file & bits to suit your services? Scratch chats to founder of Willow Academy, Lucy James about the brand, the story and educating nail techs on this piece of kit… When Lucy James’ repetitive strain injury left her with no choice but to either learn…
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