Gellux Mini Gel Polish

Gellux launches gel polish minis

By Helena Biggs | 2 October 2018

Salon System has unveiled mini 8ml sizes of its Gellux gel polish. The range includes 24 new shades with a handy ‘true colour’ filled swatch on the top of each bottle to make each shade easily recognisable on salon shelves and in kit bags. The Gellux formula offers up to…

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Cnd Nudes

How to select the perfect nude nail colour for your client

By Sophie Nutt | 26 July 2018

Barely-there hues are always in style and the sophisticated nude nail look continues to flourish across the runways, on celebrity fingertips and in the salon. Favoured by many for its ‘clean’ look and ability to complement any ensemble – without overpowering, nude nails will never go out of style –…

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Behind the scenes: Salon System brand photoshoot

By Guest Writer | 24 July 2018

On the 11 July, myself and Scratch‘s Sophie hotfooted to Cherryduck Studios in London, just a stone’s throw from Tower Bridge, to go behind the scenes on an exciting Salon System brand photoshoot. Capturing images and videos with models and products to align with the new Salon System brand image and…

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Gellux Bella Senorita

Gellux adds sizzling shades to gel polish range

By Helena Biggs | 21 June 2018

Ole! Pull out your maracas and get ready to flamenco with joy, as the Bella Señorita range from Salon System Gellux has landed. The brand’s summer collection is inspired by Latin vibes, capturing modern glamour in its eight hues. Aptly named, the shades include Beautiful Barcelona, Sangria Time, Adios Amigo,…

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Karen Louise

Knowing Karen Louise

By Sophie Nutt | 7 June 2018

Meet Karen Louise, a super-cool session stylist and Salon System and Gellux techspert who juggles photo shoots with exciting nail gigs and celebrity clients. Known for het chic geometric and negative space designs, tailoring looks to celebrity clients and getting creative on set, Scratch catches up with Karen Louise… What has you…

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Rock N Rebel

Exclusive collection revealed by Salon System & Capital

By Kat Hill | 6 April 2018

Salon System has unveiled eight new Gellux shades exclusively for Capital Hair & Beauty customers. Embodying the sweetheart styling of the 50s, the Rock n Rebel collection channels the cool, rebellious American retro vibe with its tones and colours. The new Gellux shades see: Be-Bop-A-Lula; Blue Suede Shoes; Dream Boat;…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Beautiques, Crawley

By Kat Hill | 4 April 2018

Monochrome and oh-so chic, Beautiques is a luxurious home salon that spoils clients with Jackie Wilkins’ undivided attention.  “I trained and qualified under City & Guilds and IHBC 24 years ago after studying hairdressing and beauty therapy,” explains Jackie.“I set up my own salon after having my youngest son four years…

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Nail looks backstage at Dancing On Ice: The Final

By Guest Writer | 25 March 2018

Follow Maddy Rooke, celebrity nail tech, Gellux fan and MD of Nails at Studio 4, as she tends to the talons of skaters and celebrities backstage at ITV’s Dancing On Ice…  The final of Dancing On Ice seemed to come around so quickly. A lot of the celebs and skaters from earlier on in the…

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Nail looks backstage at Dancing On Ice: Week 9

By Guest Writer | 13 March 2018

Follow Maddy Rooke, celebrity nail tech, Gellux fan and MD of Nails at Studio 4, as she tends to the talons of skaters and celebrities backstage at ITV’s Dancing On Ice…  Hi Scratch readers! As I write, we’re on semi-final week, with only four contestants left in the competition. Judging from the vibe backstage, you…

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Nail looks backstage at Dancing on Ice: Week 8

By Guest Writer | 6 March 2018

Follow Maddy Rooke, celebrity nail tech, Gellux fan and MD of Nails at Studio 4, as she tends to the talons of skaters and celebrities backstage at ITV’s Dancing On Ice…  Hi Scratch readers! So, we’re nearly at the end of the Dancing On Ice journey. Last week was Fairytale week, which I could not wait for as…

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