Posts by Helena Biggs
Bluesky UK launches professional line of nail products
Nail brand, Bluesky, has appointed a new distributor for the UK and Ireland, tasked with distributing a new line of gel polish products specifically for the professional. Bluesky UK marketing director, Michaela Weaver, reveals that the move is a direct response to customer demand. “Over the last couple of years, the popularity of Bluesky has exploded…
Read MoreSweeten up nail styles with candy-coloured Jessica shades
Fancy a sweet treat? Jessica has launched three delectable new shades in its Phenom formula for summer. The Sugar Town collection satisfies cravings for baby pink, gloss white and spicy red hues and affords a long-lasting, high shine lacquer finish in just three steps. Simply apply a Jessica Prescriptive Base Coat before two coats of…
Read MoreFlirties founder named Beauty Products CEO of the Year
Britta Krueger from Flirties has recently been named Beauty Products CEO of the Year in the AI 2018 Influential Businesswoman Awards. Britta started the business 15 years ago, and her guidance has lead Flirties to supply quality products and training to the beauty pro. “Britta’s enthusiasm for the beauty industry is reflected in everything that…
Read MoreLimited tickets remain for Scratch’s Summer Party 15 July
The countdown is on… there are just two weeks until Scratch‘s Summer Party – the hotly anticipated night of fun in the capital. The biggest nail party in the UK will see guests indulge in cocktails and nibbles while dancing in a tropical paradise in one of London’s coolest clubbing hotspots, Tropicana Beach Club on Sunday 15…
Read MoreImprove gel nail application with Bio Sculpture’s new online training course
With the aim to make nail training as easy as possible and accessible to all, Bio Sculpture Gel has launched an online training course. Available to anyone with a manicure certificate and gel experience, the course offers the opportunity to complete training in your own environment over a couple of weeks; ideal for busy salon techs or those…
Read MoreEmbrace a rainbow of gel polish shades with Candy Coat box
Quirky gel polish brand, Candy Coat, has brought back its Rainbow Box due to popular demand; a cute pink box with 10 gel polish shades to boost your colour collection. The 10 shades include various colours of the rainbow, from hot pink to yellow, orange and blue, as well as a base coat, top coat…
Read MoreBig Brovaz & Booty Luv to perform at Scratch’s Summer Party
Get your feet tapping, dig out a party outfit and embrace disco fever – as the Scratch Summer Party returns next month, and YOU’RE invited! Hosted by Rylan Clark-Neal, the evening will feature live performances from R&B/hip-hop sensations, Big Brovaz and Booty Luv. The group has released two studio albums and eight singles, including Nu…
Read MoreWinners of Light Elegance UK nail art kits revealed
Light Elegance UK has revealed the winners of its prize giveaway, run throughout May. The company offered up two Signature Series Art Kits, each packed with all the tools needed to replicate a stunning nail design by the brand’s ambassador and international educator, Celina Rydén. Selected at random from hundreds of entries on the Scratch…
Read MoreDelfy Cosmetics launches with ‘Colour Therapy’ nail polish
Make-up and nail colour brand, Delfy Cosmetics, has launched, serving to offer clients trend-led, high performance products. Founded by Mariam Meskheli, the Delfy Cosmetics range includes make-up, skincare, body care and nail care – each enriched with many natural ingredients. Seventeen shades in the nail polish colour range provide intense, high gloss colour for up…
Read MoreGlobal Team CND™ welcomes UK tech to elite team
CND™ UK and Sweet Squared education ambassador, Samantha Birkett-Leigh, has been selected as the newest member of Global Team CND™. Representing the brand at the highest level, the team comprises an esteemed group of education ambassadors (EAs) curated from the brand’s talented pool of techs across the globe. After submitting bids and undergoing evaluation across categories…
Read MoreMaster ombré, one stroke & 3D nail art with a one-day NSI class
Award-winning NSI educator and nail artist, Linda Hill, is to host a one-day class on 25 June at the NSI Training Academy in Manchester to help boost nail art skills. She will demonstrate the techniques required to create four on-trend, salon viable nail designs using ombré, one stroke and 3D nail art techniques, namely an…
Read MoreUpgrade your beauty skills this summer with intimate waxing
Are you seeking to add a new skill to add to your beauty bow? Consider training to offer female intimate waxing, a service that never ceases to be in demand – particularly as swimsuit season approaches. The Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy, a Habia recognised training centre, is hosting the course on Tuesday 19 June from…
Read MoreSt. Tropez founder scoops MBE in Queen’s birthday honours
St. Tropez founder and expert beauty business woman, Judy Naaké, has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s birthday honours listings. Currently a fellow and patron of hair and beauty at Burton & South Derbyshire College (BSDC), Judy is has been pioneering in the development of entrepreneurs through E2E (Entrepreneurial Exchange). This company builds networks…
Read MoreMii Cosmetics makes its mark in New Zealand
Pictured: Holly Anderson from Grace Beauty Ltd for New Zealand with Gerrard International chairman, Susan Gerrard, and educator, Charlotte Lowe, at Gerrard International’s training headquarters. Gerrard International, creator of Mii Cosmetics, is now available in New Zealand via distributor, Grace Beauty. The move sees the brand now available in 21 countries. Husband and wife team,…
Read MoreLina Nyberg joins Cuccio’s education team
Renowned competition winner and nail artist, Lina Nyberg, has joined Cuccio Europe‘s education team. The Swedish tech, who boasts accolades including 1st place in Nail Masters categories – and the first person in Sweden to receive the Journeyman’s Certificate in Nails – has been in the industry since May 2005 and hones a passion for…
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