Posts by Helena Biggs
Offer a taste of the tropics with new Akzentz nail colour collection
Akentz has launched the Tropico nail colour collection for spring/summer; six new shades in the Luxio soak-off gel polish formula. Available to buy individually in 15ml bottle sizes or as a complete limited edition Luxio Mini collection, the shades include mustard-yellow Dauntless, bold purple Vivacious and dusky pink Daintiest. The white Finesse shade also makes…
Read MoreNSI reveals 6 pastel shades in spring nail colour collection
NSI’s spring nail colour collection features six creamy pastel hues in the Polish Pro formula. ‘It’s Not You, It’s Me’ includes the likes of turquoise Better Fish In The Sea and dusky lilac I Kept The Ring, which can be mixed to create custom shades for clients. Use alone or highlight the hues with nail…
Read MoreThe CBD oil buzz: Why it’s used in beauty products
Cannabis plant oils are growing in popularity in the beauty sector – but are you clear on their strains and benefits? From hemp seed oil to CBD, let’s clear things up. Cannabis is a plant family with two primary classifications; indica and sativa, and cannabis plants contain a variety of different compounds called ‘cannabinoids’. The…
Read MoreLeChat appoints first COO to support nail industry presence
LeChat Nail Care Products has appointed Myriam Clifford as its first chief operating officer. LeChat, creator of the Perfect Match colour concept, manufactures a comprehensive line of professional nail products in multiple facilities in California and distributes products in over 40 countries. Its 2019 mission is to strengthen and expand connections with distributors, salon owners…
Read MoreNailBuff app adds Bio Sculpture shades to ease client decisions
Bio Sculpture has launched on NailBuff, an iPhone app that helps users discover over 2000 nail polish and gel shades. Using a smartphone camera, a saved photo, or the app’s touch technology, colour options from a variety of brands can be viewed and an online record of preferred varnish and gel colours can be created.…
Read MoreSwarovski announces first Crystal Beauty education team
Swarovski launched the UK Swarovski Crystal Beauty Academy from its London HQ on 21 March to develop professional understanding of its products. Renowned nail artist and authorised instructor for the academy, Marian Newman, chose a select group of nail professionals to attend the first UK Swarovski authorised nail art educator workshop. These pros were put…
Read MoreCuccio releases bulk size massage oils for mani/pedis
Add an additional soothing element to manicures and pedicures with a choice of three luxury massage oils from Cuccio, now available in 3.75L bottles. This more eco-friendly option sees fewer plastic components than if smaller sized bottles were purchased, and the bottles can be recycled. The hydrating oils are available in Milk & Honey, Pomegranate…
Read MoreLight Elegance reveals spa line for manis & pedis
US nail product manufacturer, Light Elegance, has add four spa products to its portfolio of offerings. Q&Lu is ‘an indulgent, nutrient-rich collection’ that includes a bamboo-infused lotion, exfoliating scrub, sea-salt soak and tension-relieving spa oil. All four products are formulated without the use of artificial dyes or fragrances. With a focus on love and self…
Read MoreAdd easy art to nail designs with Crystal Nails AquaInk range
Add delicate additions to nails and create a unique, arty finish with the Crystal Nails Aqua Ink Crystal Drops. Described as ‘a decoration liquid’, the product has been designed to create speedy, easy and unique nail designs. Available in six shades, colour can be dropped onto the surface of the nail or used to create…
Read MoreRemove hard skin & calluses effortlessly with Mavex
Encourage smooth, picture-perfect feet through sandal season and beyond with the Mavex CallusPeeling System; a pro-only range created following years of research. Swiss brand, Mavex, manufactures its products based on medicinal herbs and alpine plants, and the CallusPeeling System is a hero among the brand’s face, body, hand and foot care offerings. The Class 1…
Read MoreCreate pretty spring manicures with Gelish’s floral-inspired collection
Inspired by the soft and subtle colours of flowers, Gelish has launched six spring nail shades – available in Dip and Soak-Off Gel Polish formulas. “The colour palette for the spring collection is filled with soft tones that are perfect, not only for this season, but for all year-round,” comments Danny Haile, CEO and founder…
Read More:YOURS to launch 9 nail polishes to aid stamped designs
:YOURS is complementing its range of design plates with nine polishes, created specifically for stamping. Highly pigmented, the polishes are fast-drying for speedy application and results and shades include Silver Star and Pink Love. Rachel Horrocks, content marketing manager for Sweet Squared, reveals her top tips for creating great nail designs using the stamping polishes…
Read MoreLecenté launches eight new products for spring nail designs
Lecenté™ is embracing the start of spring and fresh, colourful mani/pedis with four new glitters and four new foils. The spring collection features: Petal Ultra Fine Glitter Amber Ultra Fine Glitter Maple Ultra Fine Glitter Wisteria Ultra Fine Glitter Silver Mosaic Foil Gold Marble Foil Rose Gold Foil Silver Feather Foil. Use full coverage on nails or…
Read MoreCrystal Nails reveals pretty 3-step spring nail colour collection
Embrace spring nail colour with four pretty hues from Crystal Nails, available in its CrystaLac formula. The Most Wanted! pastel nail colour collection includes two greens, a pink and lilac that looks stunning when worn alone or alternated across nails. What’s more, snap up one of Crystal Nails’ nail art brushes to add arty additions…
Read MoreThe Scratch Stars Awards 2019: ENTRY CLOSING SOON!
Entry is now OPEN for the Scratch Stars Awards 2019 – but hurry, you need to submit your entry by Sunday 17 March at midnight. The awards is hosted annually to recognise the incredible talent of individuals, teams and businesses in the UK nail sector. This year, 18 categories are open for entry covering all areas…
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