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Another bite of the cherry
‘The Sweets’ take over
as CND’s UK distributor
First formed in 2006, Sweet
Squared Ltd is headed by
Samuel and Samantha
Sweet; joining this team are
Gigi Rouse, who first
introduced CND to the UK
twenty years ago, and CND
co-founder Jim Nordstrom.
Samantha and Samuel
Sweet’s previous
involvement with the CND
brand goes back several
years, with Samantha
holding the position of
Director of PR at The
Hyperion Group, and
Samuel being former
Education Director for The
Hyperion Group. Samuel is
also the man behind the
successful Salongeek.com
online community.
Rhonda Benbo, CND’s
Vice President of
International, comments:
“We are thrilled that Sweet
Squared will be CND’s new
distributor in the UK. Sam
and Samantha have been a
big part of the CND family
for many years, and it’s a
natural transition to take the
best of the past and mix it
with the best of the future!”
Many nail technicians have
experienced difficulties in
obtaining products over the
summer, with little or no
information available from
The Hyperion Group or
Image: Creative Nail Design
Sweet Squared Ltd has been announced as
the new distributor for Creative Nail
Design in England, Scotland and Wales,
following the recent demise of former
distributor The Hyperion Group. Irish nail
techs will be serviced by Creative Nail
Academy Ireland.
Creative Nail Design. It is
hoped that the
announcement of this new
distribution deal for CND
products will provide a
solution for salons and nail
techs who have struggled to
fulfil client bookings due to
lack of stock.
Salon owner and CND
technician Jennifer Evans,
of Posh Nail & Beauty,
explains: “This summer has
been a nightmare for me
and many other techs who
have relied on CND
products throughout their
career.
“I started to lose faith with
CND over the past year as I
found it difficult to place
orders or get a good level
of customer service from
them (The Hyperion
Group). I have been a
Creative customer for many
years, and yet received no
correspondence over the
summer from either them
(CND) or The Hyperion
Group regarding placing
orders.
“Many of my clients expect
to have Creative products
used on their nails, but in
order to fulfil bookings
over the summer, I had to
train in an alternative
system. I think I will
remain using two different
brands until my faith in
CND distribution in the UK
is restored.”
Sweet Squared Ltd will
take over the previous
premises and telephone
lines of The Hyperion
Group for the foreseeable
future which they hope will
ease their customers’
transition.
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Now in its second year, the
UK Nail Tech takes place on
Sunday 13th and Monday
14th April, at the NEC in
Birmingham. The Scottish
Nail Technician of the Year,
which is running for the fifth
year, will be held on Sunday
11th May at the Royal
Highland Centre in
Edinburgh.
As sponsor, Kinetics will be
providing prizes for all
winners, along with goody
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The company will also be
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Inside this issue:
Business News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Liquid & Powder systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Step by Step Autumn Nail Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
How to Make a Nail Polish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
The Big Question . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Step by Step Glitter Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Essential Nail Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Tried & Tested: Hand Lotions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Autumn Colour Trents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
New Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
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A new membership organisation has been launched in the UK - ABT - aimed
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Izabelle
Hammon
Calbrook Cosmetics UK
Ltd has changed its name
to Izabelle Hammon, the
umbrella under which all
of the company’s various
cosmetics ranges including
Calgel, Coverderm and
Christian, will fall.
The company have also
introduced a new stapline
‘Inspiring
Lasting
Confidence’, which they
feel is appropriate to their
business and their clients.
• Izabelle Hammon
t: 0845 230 1087
Pictured left to right: Anne Berrett, Dawn Taylor and Sarah Ball
Anne Berrett has been named as The Natural Nail
Company’s ‘Salesperson of the Year’. Along with
runners up Dawn Taylor and Sarah Ball, Anne
was treated to an unforgettable pampering at
Jessica’s own flagship Clinic on Sunset
Boulevard, Beverley Hills.
Commenting on their achievements, managing
director of The Natural Nail Company Susan
Gerrard says: “We have an amazing sales team,
many of whom have been with us for years, and
they put their heart and soul into the job because
they believe in the products and treatments and
are passionate about helping their spas and
salons.”
The three winners enjoyed a fabulous trip, firstly
being greeted by Jessica’s personal chauffeurdriven limo at the airport. With sightseeing,
dinners, a tour of HQ and shopping on the
agenda, the team were treated liked royalty. There
was even a little time to relax, sip cocktails and
soak up the Californian sunshine.
• The Natural Nail Company t: 0208 381 7793
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Keeping it in
the family
Leighton does
the double!
Leighton Denny triumphed
at the 2007 Cosmopolitan
Beauty Awards, picking up
two honours, with Best
Nail File for his Quatro File
and Buffer and Best Nail
Rescuer for the Bright &
White Treatment.
Ruby & Millie picked up
the award for Best Nail
Polish, whilst Jo Malone
Vitamin E Nourishing
Hand Treatment was
named Best Hand Cream.
One hundred and twenty
products
across
20
categories were judged by
the industry expert panel
and celebrity judges, and
Cosmopolitan’s
two
million-plus readers also
voted for their favourite
products via the magazine
and its website.
Swiss beauty house Mavala are celebrating 20 years in the UK headed up by
father and son team Chris and Jonathan Hodge.
Working with family is often seen as a challenge, but it’s proved to be a winning formula for Mavala,
with family run branches all over Europe.
Although Jonathan is Chris’
natural successor, Chris is
quick to point out that it has not
all been smooth sailing for
him. “He has had to work his
way up from the bottom,
understanding
how
the
company works from the
warehouse to management, as
well as controlling his own
sales area,” he says.
In their two decades together,
Chris and Jonathan have
expanded the Mavala brand
from the core nail care range to
a full beauty collection, and
now distribute to prestigious
department stores such as
Harrods,
John
Lewis,
Fenwicks and Selfridges.
• Leighton Denny
t: 0845 004 2053
Leighton Denny collects his Cosmo awards
Minimum wage
increases
Saving up the pennies for Christmas will be even easier this
year, as from October 2007 the national minimum wage will be
increased.
The adult minimum wage rises to £5.52, the Youth
Development Rate increases to £4.60 and the minimum wage
for 16-17 year olds will be increased to £3.40.
Paul Myners, Chairman of the Low Pay Commission who
advise the Government on the national minimum wage, says:
“Following our recommendations I am delighted that the
Government has confirmed that these increases will go ahead.”
Individual
Eyelash Extensions
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• Mavala t: 01732 459412
Business News
Looking for a new business
venture this Autumn?
Franchise opportunities
New York City Nails officially opened for business in December 2004 and have subsequently opened 22
outlets throughout the UK and Ireland since then. Now, the company has launched their Franchise Nail
Bars and are welcoming enquiries from potential franchisees.
Company Director Tiernan Lynch is very excited about New York City Nails’ plans to franchise into
department stores such as Debenhams and Shaws. “This will be a fantastic opportunity for sole traders
to do business under the umbrella of a major department store,” she says. “An opportunity like this
would usually be out of reach for potential nail bar owners trying to set up their own business. Interest
from potential franchisees is already coming in - we have plenty of locations to offer, we just need to
make sure that we partner with the right franchisee.”
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Susan shares Free nail system at
her passion your fingertips . . .
Susan Gerrard, founder of The Natural Nail
Company, captivated the audience at the recent
Santi Passion for Business Conference 2007.
Susan was asked to tell the
story of how she fell in love
with nails and found the Jessica
brand, and the audience was led
through a wonderful story of a
little luck and an awful lot of
hard work, some immensely
difficult times and some joyous
memories.
The range boasts many benefits for the modern nail tech, including self-levelling properties for easy
application, a non-yellowing formula, and a cushioning effect for clients whose nails are prone to lifting.
• United Beauty t: 01536 463 350
Susan Gerrard at the Santi
conference
Nail tech
boosts morale
for cancer
patient
Nail technician Erica Hinnigan of the Nail
Lounge in Lincoln, together with Supernail
Ltd, has helped a client suffering from breast
cancer to keep her nails healthy and her spirits
high, after chemotherapy sessions left them
flaking, discoloured and coming away from the
nail bed.
Having used Supernail’s
Backstratchers for three
years previous, the client, Ms
B, continued to visit Erica
for treatments post-chemo.
“Erica ensured that my
morale was boosted by
making sure that my nails
always looked beautiful,
tipped, manicured and
polished,” Ms B explained.
“She very carefully guided
and reconstructed my nails
using Backscratchers, and
was able to minimise the
discomfort caused because
of the exposed nail beds. She
The first 500 requests registered at www.unitedbeauty.co.uk/ilovefusion will receive a Fusion™ trial
pack free of charge, and all respondents will receive a special incentive to buy the system.
“We’re finding that most Fusion™ customers are those who’ve switched brands from an older system
that they can no longer easily buy or one that can’t compete with the benefits of Fusion™,” says Guy
Maddock, Head of Marketing for United Beauty. “Our customers tell us that once they’ve tried Fusion™
they don’t want to switch back because the product is stronger, faster and clearer than anything they’ve
used before.”
Explaining the key factors of
her success with the Jessica
brand, she cited keeping true to
the brand, always putting
quality of product and
consistency of service through
exceptional training first, and
acknowledging the value of
press and marketing.
• The Natural Nail Company
t: 020 8381 7793
United Beauty, home of Star Nails®, are giving away free samples of their
revolutionary Fusion™ Professional Nail System to 500 lucky nail techs.
also rebuilt and tipped the
nails on my big toes, which
had come off because of the
treatment.”
As Ms B’s chemotherapy
treatments
have
now
finished, her nails have regrown and are now strong
and healthy. “Having my
nails so well cared for helped
me psychologically, as well
as physically,” she says.
“Erica did an excellent job
and the system used was also
unparalleled.”
• Supernail & Beauty
t: 020 8752 1924
Graftons welcome two
new recruits
OPI have teamed
up with high
street
departmentstore John
Lewis to offer
OPI treatments
in stores nationwide.
Through John Lewis, OPI
will offer a range of nail
care treatments in store,
including Original Nail
Envy, Sensitive and
Peeling Nail Envy, Nail
Corrector Pens, Nail
Wipes,
Non-Acetone
Polish Remover, RapiDry
Lacquer and Top Coat,
Start to Finish and
ChipSkip.
Grafton International have announced two new
additions to the company, with Collete Butcher
appointed as North East Area Manager, and Amber
Gibbons as Brand Manager for EzFlow Nail
Systems.
Collete will provide support for Grafton’s clients in Yorkshire,
Durham and Northumberland, and has nearly 20 years’ experience
working in the beauty industry, for brands such as Elemis and
CACI, as well as owning and running her own salon. Of her new
appointment, Collete says: “I am ready and waiting to call on my
experiences of being within the industry and bring to you some
sound advice on how to improve your salon sales, selling techniques
or merchandising ideas.”
OPI
hits
the
high
street
Collete Butcher
EzFlow’s new Brand Manager, Amber Gibbons, brings a wealth of
sales experience to the position, having previously worked as
Business Development Manager at Ellisons and as Territory Sales
Manager at Goldwell. Amber has been in the hair and beauty
industry for seven years, and is a fully trained nail technician in gel,
fibreglass and acrylic.
She says: “I am really excited about my new role at Graftons. I’m
hoping to continue with the great work that has already been
achieved with EzFlow and am also looking forward to taking the
brand to the next level. I will be thoroughly supporting our existing
sub-distributors and EzFlow Educators, but will be actively looking
to build our team up and raise awareness of the brand across the
UK.”
Lisa Bennett, Director of
Lena White Limited, the
exclusive UK distributor
of OPI says: “We are
absolutely delighted that
John Lewis is introducing
the OPI range of nail care
treatments into their
prestigious
stores
countrywide - we are
positive that this great
brand will prove to be a
complete winner for
them!”
• Lena White Ltd
t: 01923 240 010
• Grafton International t: 01827 280 080
• EzFlow Nail Systems t: 0845 330 0840
Amber Gibbons
Sevens Bottle redesigned
SpaRitual, distributed by NSI, has redesigned its
7.7oz retail-size Sevens Bottle, making it more
elongated, but still ergonomic when placed in the
hand. The new bottle also features an improved cap
and seal mechanism to prevent leaking, and a more
durable ink to allow bottles to maintain their
beautiful appearance.
In order to improve the vegan spa product line, SpaRitual Chakra
Care retail bottles and jars will now be packaged in the signature
SpaRitual plum origami pattern unit cartons.
The beautiful addition will allow more space to offer detailed
product information, and as always, SpaRitual have used
environmentally friendly packaging and printing processes.
• Nail Systems International t: 0808 202 0855
Business News
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Axxium
wins gold!
OPI and its award-winning
OPI competition team have
once again dominated the
Nailympics by taking first
place at both the London
and Las Vegas events using
the Axxium Gel System.
At the London Nailympics,
held in May, John Hauk placed
first using the Axxium Gel
System in the Gel Masters
Competition. He took second
place in the Fantasy Nail Art
competition
using
OPI
Absolute FX.
At the Las Vegas Nailympics,
held in June, all of team OPI
attended, including John Hauk,
Graftons team raise over
£4k for local Hospice
Trena
Martin,
Heather
Rhoades, and Michelle Sproat.
Hauk placed first in Las Vegas
in the French Twist competition
using the Axxium Gel System,
while Sproat placed second in
the Fantasy category using
Absolute FX. Team OPI took
first place in all of the team
standings!
“OPI has done it again,” said
Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI
Executive VP & Artistic
Director. “Our Axxium Gel
System is a star - as is our
amazing Team OPI!”
• Lena White Ltd
t: 01923 240010
Think pink
for charity
Bio Sculpture is encouraging all its
customers worldwide to wear their pink gels,
varnishes and pink ribbon nail art in an
attempt to NAIL breast cancer.
A percentage of the proceeds from all ‘PINK’ products sold
over the next 12 months will be donated to the Breast Cancer
Campaign, raising funds for breast cancer research.
With breast cancer being
a cause dear to Bio
Sculpture’s heart, and that
of many of its customers,
Bio Sculpture will also
launch a limited edition
UV lamp and pink ribbon
Nail Decals to promote
the campaign.
• Bio Sculpture
t: 0845 331 2347
The Grafton’s team take a well-erned break!
Grafton International has raised over £4,000 for
the St Giles Hospice at their annual charity
fundraiser.
Staff and their families donned their waterproofs and walking boots
to embark on the 13km trek around Kingsbury Country & Water
Park, Warwickshire. Each wore something green, to symbolise the
official colour that represents St Giles.
The St Giles Hospice is local to the company’s Head Office in
Tamworth, and offers medical and nursing care for people with
cancer and other serious illnesses as well as providing support for
their families and helpers.
NEW MD FOR
BEAUTY EXPRESS
Sheena Baxter has been named as the new Managing
Director at Beauty Express. Her appointment follows the
retirement of Colette MacDonough after 12 years.
Graftons would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who
helped them raise this amount by generously donating money and
making a contribution to helping a patient’s life that little bit better.
Having held the position of
Sales & Marketing Manager
for eight years, Sheena has
been an integral part of the
company’s growth and is
excited about the future at
Beauty Express.
at Beauty Express, however
this is made a lot easier by
leaving the company in
Sheena’s capable hands and I
look forward to watching the
exciting future at Beauty
Express.”
Says Colette MacDonough: “I
am sad to be leaving the team
• Beauty Express
t: 0845 702 3803
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When monomer
met
polymer...
Sarah Dolman
sarah@BeautyServe.net
Liquid and powder is the mountain of all nail systems - beginners look up at
it in awe and trepidation, many may have tried and failed to master it, and
those who have succeeded swear by the system.
United Beauty offers a three-level conversion course to liquid and powder, whether you’re a beginner or an
advanced tech.
Whether you’re a nail
novice or an experienced
tech looking to convert,
don’t be put off by the
challenge it poses - once
mastered, liquid and powder
can produce some great
results, and more
importantly, is extremely
popular with clients...
Also known as ‘acrylic’
(which incidentally, is a
little misleading as all nail
enhancements, including
gels and wraps, are acrylic
in nature), the liquid and
powder system is as popular
today as it was back in the
golden age of Hollywood,
when it was first used by
nail gurus looking to create
a special effects manicure
for the stars of the 1950s
and ‘60s.
The Lena White Institute of Education runs a four-day liquid and powder course using OPI’s Absolute Acrylic
system.
Renowned for being the
most difficult nail system to
master (and we couldn’t not
mention those put off by the
distinctive monomer smell!),
the system requires practise,
patience and dedication to
perfect, but its redeeming
qualities far outweigh the
cons. When correctly
applied, it produces long
lasting, durable results and
can be used to create a
number of effects - great for
tip and overlay, sculpting
and even used on natural
nail overlays to strengthen
the nail.
“Acrylic is the ideal
enhancement to train with if
you only want to do one
system, as the versatility of
it allows you to treat most
clients that walk through
your door,” says Tara
Oldham, Senior Trainer at
Lena White Ltd, the UK
distributors for the OPI
brand.
Grafton International offer a complete education programme, allowing you to develop your skills all the way
through from basic level to the highest possible.
“It is probably the most
commonly applied nail
enhancement due to the fact
that it is strong, durable and
can be used to create shape
on flat, problem nails. It is
especially good for nail
biters due to its superior
adhesion qualities (although
this may vary in different
brands), and is ideal for
sculpting or forming a free
edge without a tip.”
The reason some nail
technicians have issues with
liquid and powder is that the
mix ratio of the liquid and
the powder must be just
right in order to create the
perfect bead, and produce
strong, flexible nails. Get
the consistency too wet and
the nail will break, plus
increase your client’s
chances of having an
allergic reaction or a
bacterial infection through
lifting.
Similarly, if the consistency
is too dry the enhancement
will also be prone to lifting
and flaking, and will look
bumpy, cloudy and powdery
in appearance - and your
clients won’t be impressed.
Mixing it up
So how does it work?
Liquid and powder
enhancements are formed
when a liquid monomer and
a powder polymer are
combined to form a bead.
Monomers are singular
molecules that hook
themselves together, in a
head to tail fashion, to form
long chains, known as
polymers. To kick start the
molecules into action a
chemical reaction must
occur, and this happens
when liquid meets powder,
in a process known as
polymerisation or more
commonly ‘cure’ or
‘curing.’
Once curing has begun
through the mixing of the
two products, the polymer
strands react and cross-link,
joining together not only via
head to tail, but with extra
‘arms’ to grow new chains.
These chains link to form a
rigid net-like structure,
creating a strong and
flexible working surface.
Once the mix has dried, it
forms the nail enhancement.
Different companies will
advise varying mix-ratios
for their products, but the
general trend is for a
medium-wet mix ratio. Once
curing begins, the liquid and
powder mix begins to
harden, and therefore time is
of the essence for
technicians to sculpt the
perfect nail before it sets.
To test whether or not you
have achieved the perfect
medium-wet bead, practise
the consistency on used nail
tips, before you begin to
work on actual clients. Pick
up an acrylic bead with your
brush and slowly count to
three, allowing the liquid to
make contact with all of the
powder - then place the bead
onto the tip.
The perfect bead will only
lose about 25% of its height
and diameter, and will retain
much of its original shape.
If it reduces by half in
height and almost doubles in
diameter, then it is too wet.
If it stays virtually the same
height and shape, it is too
dry.
Once you have achieved the
perfect mix, make sure you
use gentle, firm patting and
gliding motions to create the
perfect nail, rather than
brushing.
Training
It goes without saying that
in order to master the
precise technique of the
liquid and powder system,
the right training is integral
and will make all the
difference in the standard
you attain. Books and online
guides can only take you so
far on their own, and any
nail professional will tell
you that there is no
substitute for practical
experience.
A good training provider
will also offer you posttraining support, in case you
encounter problems or
questions that weren’t
covered in training - and
you inevitably will. This
could be especially useful if
you plan on working alone,
or as a mobile nail
technician, without
colleagues to turn to for
advice.
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If you’re starting from
scratch, also consider what
life after your initial training
might hold - will you want
to gain a higher qualification
or go into competition nails?
Make sure you choose a
training provider who can
offer you successive courses
in wherever you might want
to take your career to next.
United Beauty, home of
Star Nails®, offers a threelevel conversion course to
liquid and powder, whether
you’re a beginner or an
advanced tech. The course
promises to teach
technicians a wide range of
skills, including essential
hygiene, preparation and
tipping, nail shape
correction, fast blending,
mix ratio, application over
tips, sculpting and bridging
techniques, smile lines and
perfecting the system
application. Furthermore,
their in-house training
advisor is always on hand to
assist and answer any
application or product
related questions.
Alternatively, Grafton
International offer a
complete Education
Programme, allowing you to
develop your skills all the
way through from basic
level up to the highest
standards possible. Graftons
provide courses for those
who are new to the industry,
as well as those looking for
the opportunity to broaden
their horizons and develop
their skills to a higher level.
NSI’s education programme,
held at their own training
academy with six fully
equipped classrooms, has
courses for beginners, as
well as the continuous
development of the
professional. All NSI
Educators are highly
qualified and have a vast
amount of experience within
the industry, and as well as
their core courses, they also
offer regular seminars and
free training support days.
Finally, the Lena White
Institute of Education runs
a four-day liquid and
powder course using OPI’s
Absolute Acrylic system,
providing you with full OPI
product knowledge, infill
and re-balancing techniques,
and teaching on how to give
clients a full consultation,
amongst other skills.
Painting with
the enemy
Choosing which liquid and
powder system to work
with can be a daunting task,
as there are so many
products to choose from.
However, as well as
knowing what you do want
in your products - quality,
reliability and a good range
of colours being three, you
also need to consider what
you don’t want in a product
- and that is one that
contains MMA.
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Methyl Methacrylate,
known as MMA, is a
chemical substance which is
typically used to make
resins and plastics. It was
originally used in the nail
industry as a liquid
monomer, until a discovery
in the 1970s found it caused
harm to the natural nail, as
well as all manner of other
nasty side effects, including
irritation to the eyes, skin,
nose and throat and damage
to the nervous system.
United Beauty’s Fusion™
range . . . a fast selling
monomer and polymer system.
It has since been replaced in
liquid monomers by Ethyl
Methacrylate (or EMA),
which is considerably safer
to use. However, if you
believe you have bought a
product containing MMA,
you should stop using the
product immediately and
contact your supplier.
Telltale signs include a
strong and sharp smell
(sometimes even fruity) and
nails that are difficult to file.
EzFlow’s High Definition kit
contains the Primerless Monomer
as well as Acrylic Powder.
Available from
Grafton
International are
EzFlow’s A
Polymer and
Competition
Powders which are
available in seven
classic colours.
System
overload!
United Beauty’s Fusion™
range is a fast-setting
monomer and polymer
system that boasts many
benefits for the modern nail
technician, including selflevelling properties for easy
application, a non-yellowing
formula, and a cushioning
effect for clients whose nails
are prone to lifting. It can
also be used to protect nails
damaged from extreme
biting, and with excellent
adhesion it will not lift.
The comprehensive range
includes Fusion Plus™, a
primer-less ultra fast curing
system that is ideal for
competition work and is
recommended for
experienced nail technicians
and those wishing to speed
up client treatment times.
Also included in the range is
Fusion Colour™, which can
be custom blended to match
each client’s natural skin
tone or to create colourful
extensions. The range has
two colour collections, the
Primary Collection, which
allows you to create perfectly
natural looking nail
extensions, and the Vibrant
Collection, which has been
designed for individual use
to create a bright solid colour
and is perfect for creating
unique nail-art designs. The
collection also contains a
silver glitter that can be
added to any powder to give
extra sparkle to your client’s
nails.
EzFlow’s liquid and powder
system from Grafton
International, is designed to
combine easy application
with superior quality
products. EzFlow Q
Monomer is low in odour,
making for a comfortable
working environment. The
formula is also 100% Ethyl
Methacrylate blended
monomer, and is guaranteed
to contain no MMA.
Grafton International’s IBD Kit . . .
these products offer superior
adhesion, maximum flexibility,
excellent wear and durability when
applied correctly.
The A Polymer and
Competition Powders are
available in seven classic
colours, including Clear,
Natural, Pink, White, Truly
White, Competition Pink and
Competition White. They
combine the latest technology
in colour control along with
strength and durability,
allowing the nail technician
to design thinner and more
natural looking nails, while
the advanced UV inhibitors
prevent any discolouration.
Alternatively, EzFlow also
offer the advanced High
Definition range, which
encompasses ‘Smart Polymer
Technology’, where
microspheres slowly release
encapsulated additives over
time to continually regenerate
the colour and strength of the
nails. The High Definition kit
enables you to experience
industry-leading technology
first hand and contains both
the Primerless Monomer and
the Acrylic Powder.
For clients demanding glam
nails that glimmer, EzFlow’s
advanced formulas utilise
state of the art acrylic
technology, resulting in a
resilient product, which
delivers durability as well as
dazzle. These superfine,
acrylic powders are
formulated to work with any
traditional nail liquid, and
you can choose from more
than 40 vividly coloured
powders to create permanent
nail art in the form of
pigmented enhancements.
Supernail from MAD
Beauty . . . the system has been
reformulated and lifting is
virtually unknown.
Also available from Grafton
International is the IBD
Acrylic range. These products
offer superior adhesion,
maximum flexibility, and
excellent wear and durability
when applied correctly. IDB
Acrylic nails will not lift,
peel, crack or break and are
strong and durable enough for
even the most active clients.
Designed to give you
versatility in application,
consistent colours and easy
maintenance, IBD Flex
Powders are available in
Translucent Pink, Crystal
Clear and Bright White.
Coloured acrylic powder
collections are also available
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Pure Gold from The Nail
Warehouse . . . an acrylic range
that offers high-end
performance with superb
clarity.
Young Nails offers a low
odour, self-levelling liquid
and powder system that is
easy to use with minimum
filing. The cross-linked, nonyellowing formula gives the
colour, strength and flexibility
nail technicians expect and
your clients demand. For
students or professionals
wishing to refresh their
knowledge, the Professional
Acrylic Kit comes with a free
training DVD and contains
everything you need to learn
about the Young Nails Acrylic
Technology.
Another option is Supernail
from MAD Beauty. This
system has been around for
the last 30 years and has since
been reformulated, and is now
a triple-sifted, ultra fine, cross
linked polymer system that
promises to be easy to work
with. Lifting is virtually
unknown when using the
system, and it includes a
specially formulated primer to
work alongside the existing
products.
Pure Gold from The Nail
Warehouse is an acrylic
range that offers high-end
performance with superb
clarity. The self-levelling
micro-copolymer powders
have built-in optical
enhancers for a transparent,
clearer finish. Powders are
available in white, clear and
pink, with the addition of a
Brite White and Passionate
Pink for the more fashion
conscious clients.
Also on the market is OPI’s
Absolute Liquid & Powder
Technology. With new
chemistry and seven
impeccable shades, it
promises to deliver flattering
results on every skin tone. It
works wetter for fast
applications (2:1 ratio) and
can be used for fills and
overlays. Absolute is selfcontouring, yet remarkably
chase-free for an easy
application. The seven
Absolute shades come in
Perfect White, Crystal Clear,
Truly Natural, Opaque Pink,
Brilliant Pink, Transculent
Pink and Makeover Pink.
The Nail Essentials Acrylic
System, exclusively available
from Beauty Express, is
designed to give natural
looking enhancements.
Applied easily and quickly,
the Acrylic system is self-
levelling, dries smoothly, and
requires little buffing or
finishing. It is non-yellowing,
durable, flexible, resists
cracking or chipping with
virtually no lifting and is not
temperature sensitive.
Alternatively you can achieve
vibrant customised pink and
white enhancements with
NSI’s unique blend of tri
polymers in radiant colour
options. The Attraction
Acrylic System delivers
exceptional adhesion, strength
and flexibility, whilst the
workability of the formula
allows nail technicians the
benefit of a unique flow and
spring-back action that makes
application even easier.
The Attraction Liquid is a
high quality, non-yellowing,
cross-linking sculpting that
creates tough crack resistant
enhancements and trimonomer technology draws
the powder to the brush for
quicker, easier pick up. It is
MMA-free and incorporates a
UV Shield to prevent
yellowing and retain colour
clarity. The low odour liquid
is ideal for odour sensitive
spas or salons and won’t
crystallise in even the coldest
regions.
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NSI’s Attraction
Acrylic System . . .
achieve vibrant
customised pink and
white enhancements
with this unique
blend of tri polymers
in radiant colour
options.
Sina, from Salonserve, has a
wide range of liquid and
powder products designed to
help you through every stage
of the liquid and powder
learning curve. For beginners,
they offer a starter sculpture
kit, allowing you to try out the
system before investing in the
products.
For professionals who want to
start immediately, the Tips and
Acrylic Kit comes in two sizes
and contains everything you
need. The liquids and powders
can also be bought
individually to keep in stock,
ensuring you never run out.
Sina stocks a wide range of
coloured liquids and powders
to help you create that tailormade look, whatever your
client’s preference.
Nail Creations’s
Platinum
Primerless Acrylic
System . . . has a
mix ratio that
adjusts to your
sculpting style.
Blush Pink Acrylic Powder from
the Palms Extra Nubar Infinity
Acrylic System . . . one of six
powders available.
The Edge powders
contain optical
brighteners for
brilliance and
clarity.
The Edge liquid and powder
systems are self-levelling,
which means much less time is
spent shaping and buffing.
Discolouration of nail
enhancements can be a
problem during summer
months when nails are exposed
to UV rays from sunlight, so
The Edge powders contain
optical brighteners for
brilliance and clarity, and UV
absorbers to filter out
damaging UV light. The Edge
have developed new improved
powders as well as clear
particles to ensure no air
bubbles, non-yellowing and
consistent colour and no
MMAs.
Nail Creation’s liquid and
powder systems have been
created with all levels of nail
technicians in mind. Their
Traditional Acrylic System
comes with two liquid
monomers - a ‘regular liquid’
with a medium-setting time to
give techs time enough to
create the perfect finish; and a
‘colour proof liquid’ with a
faster setting time ideal for
the more experienced tech,
and recommended for use
with their Nail Creation
Glitter and Colour Design
Powders.
Their Platinum Primerless
Acrylic System has a mix
ratio that adjusts to your
sculpting style and a super
quality liquid designed for
exceptional control and
performance with no lifting or
yellowing guaranteed.
Alternatively, Cuccio
Professional has an adhesive
monomer and polymer system
with a guaranteed no lifting,
non-yellowing, self-levelling
formula. The Acrylic Liquid
assists in producing stronger,
more durable and much
clearer, brighter finished nails.
With this Acrylic Liquid,
primer is optional and should
be used in accordance with the
client’s nail assessment.
The Acrylic Powder is made
by the ultra triple sifting
process, which means the
polymer is more refined and
micro-sized making the
powder easy to sculpt and
100% bubble free. Patented
optical enhancers produce a
more effective acrylic powder,
resulting in a clearer, more
transparent finished nail.
Following the success of the
Nubar Infinity Acrylic System
in the US, Palms Extra has
recently introduced the
collection to the UK.
Comprising of a selection of
six powders in Natural, Clear,
White, Ultra White, Pink and
Ultra Pink, all colours are
available individually or as
part of the Nubar Infinity
Starter Kit. The micro-sized
powder molecules ensure easy
application and smoothfinished nails, which
consequently means less
filing!
The Nubar High Performance
liquids ensure that when mixed
with the powder, a manageable
consistency is achieved.
Optical enhancers within the
powders inhibit colour fading
and yellowing of finished
nails. Palms Extra have also
recently launched a selection
of Nubar coloured powders to
form the ‘Garden of Flowers’
collection, which comprises of
ten floral colours including
Yellow Daffodil, Blue Pansy
and Leaf Green.
The newest addition to the
Supernail and Beauty Ltd
range is the ‘Freestyle’ by
YOU Nails Switzerland liquid
and powder system, combining
the best of Swiss technology
and the Supernail ethos of
exceptional care of the natural
nail. Powders are available in
clear, pink, cream and white
along with quick-set for the
more proficient technician and
Nail Creations’s
Platinum Primerless
Acrylic System . . . has a
mix ratio that adjusts to
your sculpting style.
Exclusive to Beauty Express . . . the
Nail Essentials Acrylic Sysem is
designed to give natural looking
enhancements and resists cracking or
chipping with virtually no lifting.
‘Freestyle’ by YOU Nails Switzerland is the newest addition to the
Supernail and Beauty Ltd range . . . the system has extra fine powder to
product a smoother finish and less filing.
for competition nails. These
will also include glitters of
gold and silver, and colours in
pastels and neons for the more
adventurous. The ‘Freestyle’
system has extra fine powder
to produce a smoother finish
and less filing, and has low
odour and exceptional
durability.
If you are interested in trying
liquid and powder systems, but
are concerned about achieving
the perfect blend,
Backstratchers Extreme
Powder Glaze System, also
from SuperNail and Beauty
Ltd, is an alternative to
conventional Liquid and
Powder systems. Combining
the best technology from the
Resin and Acrylic systems, it
cuts out the liquid monomer
replacing it with resin to set
the powder. This totally
eliminates the guesswork
involved in creating the mix
ratio and minimises the
amount of filing and buffing
needed to achieve natural
looking nails. The system is
quick and easy to apply, nonporous and promises to give a
super smooth finish. It can be
used with tips or natural nails,
and a full set can be completed
in 30 minutes.
Contact telephone numbers:
Beauty Express
0845 702 3803
Cuccio Professional
0115 977 0665
Grafton International Training
0182 725 3302
Grafton International - EzFlow
0845 330 0840
Grafton International - IBD
01827 280 080
Lena White Institute / OPI
0192 324 0010
MAD Beauty
020 8958 0555
California Nail Academy
01204 412 001
NSI
0500 131 009
Palms Extra
0800 252 172
Salonserve
0193 341 0022
Supernail and Beauty Ltd
020 8752 1924
The Edge
01256 840 840
The Nail Warehouse
01634 687 430
United Beauty
0153 646 3350
United Beauty Training
0845 601 0196
Young Nails
0125 378 9729
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The Story of a Nail Polish . . . The Story of a Nail Polish . . . The Story
Polished to
perfection
United Beauty have been making Nail Lacquer for over 15 years, and their Attitude brand has gone
from strength to strength in recent years. United Beauty explain the process of producing their high
quality professional nail lacquer.
1 United Beauty analyse the
trends for the upcoming
season - this is done about
nine months in advance. In
order to understand the colour
trends, catwalk shows and
fashion websites are closely
monitored.
2 Using nine colour solutions
and the base any colour and
nail lacquer can be mixed.
Base is a mixture of Solvents
and Bentone that are
combined to make a gel-like
formula. This formula is the
carrier for the colour, which
allows it to be worn on the
nail. Nail companies use a
range of base formulas that
have been individually
designed to bring different
benefits to the completed
Lacquer formula.
Step 2
Step 7
Step 3
Step 9
3 The colour is then created
using expertise and
experience to obtain the right
mix and colour. Any other
additives such as nutrients
and pearls and glitters are
added.
4 A draw down is then carried
out; this is used to compare
the colour to the sample that
was provided.
5 When a perfect match has
been created a ‘standard’ is
bottled and kept in the
‘library of colour’. This will
be kept as a record and can be
used to refer to at a later date
if needed.
6 A bill of materials is then
created for that particular
colour and the correct base is
selected ready for the
manufacturing process.
Step 5
Step 10
7 The correct amount of colour
is added to the base using the
nine colour solutions; this is
matched to the ‘standard’ to
create the correct colour
formulation. A draw down is
once again carried out to test
the colour and ensure the
consistency against the
standard.
8 The finished product is
filtered to ensure a perfect
finish. A 500ml sample is
then kept and can be used as
a reference sample of the
finished product at a later
date.
9 Quality Assurance tests are
carried out over night to
ensure that the Lacquer is of
the right viscosity.
10 The product is finally filled
and shipped to customers.
This season’s Attitude® ‘All that
Glitters’ Autumn / Winter 07 collection
contains shades of rich amethyst and
polished sapphire. The Attitude
Collection is available from October.
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The BIG Question
What should I look for in a
Nail Trainer?
“Cost is obviously an important factor, but cheapest is not
always best. Think about what is on offer, what is included in
the price and what isn’t. Some courses include a starter kit, but
can you actually do anything with it? What does it include?
Will you have to spend money on extra product before you can
start to work? What will you learn? Are the learning targets
achievable? Are there any additional charges, like examination
fees? Does it include an assessment, to check your practical
work? What further training courses are on offer? What level
of support is included, is there a customer service help line?
Classes on professional courses should ideally be small and
personal. An introductory basic training course should cover
both theoretical and practical training.
Brenda Griffin
Director of Training &
Business Development
at LCN
Once you complete your initial training, you should be able to
get support from a well-trained customer service department.
A good training centre should be offering a variety of courses,
so that you can build up your knowledge and skills over a
period of time. Courses on offer should include assessments,
key skills workshops, nail art and advanced skills and diplomas
for the students to work towards.”
“Whatever course you choose make sure that you are fully
aware of the course content. What will you learn, what
products will you learn with, what is expected from you in
regards to course work, exams etc? The more you are taught
the more knowledge you will have in the future and better
prepared for work you will be.
Make sure that the qualification you get at the end of the course
is industry recognised and offer you a route to gaining NVQ
Qualifications.
Tara Oldham
Senior Educator for Lena
White/OPI
A good company will offer you on going support and
commitment from its education team, even if it is a friendly ear
when things aren’t going to plan or you have a problem you
just can’t get your head around. There should also be the
opportunity to take part in further training programmes that can
help you to trouble shoot your skills and enhance your
techniques.”
Helen Jones
Training Manager for United Beauty
“When learning, diversity is important so look for a company that offers training on all systems.
However, ensure that the course is not one that offers all three systems at once. As a beginner, it is
far better to concentrate on mastering one system before embarking on another.
Look for a company that trains using their own products. Nobody understands the products better
than the manufacturer!
You should ask these simple questions as a guideline when selecting your course:
“When you are booking onto a class try to speak to your
educator on the phone or in person if possible, don’t just
book through a distributor without asking some important
questions like; how long your educator has been training?
Budget education isn’t always the best education; it is more a
case of what you get for your money. What is it you will
learn on the days you are there? How many new skills will
you walk away with? Which techniques will be more
valuable to you and your business in the long run?
Samantha Biddle
It is not just a case of applying a product, it is in what way
those products can be applied. You will also need to learn the
fundamentals required by the NVQ system, and be pointed in
the right direction with business and marketing skills
required when setting up a new business.”
Global Master Educator,
Ez Flow nail systems
Mica Pinczuk
National Trainer for Supernail and Beauty Ltd
“When researching companies for products and training courses one of the best starting points is
‘how long have they been established and are they recognized as having a good reputation within
the industry?’ Word of mouth is always a good reference. Give the company a call with all the
questions that you have and ask them for advice.
Most product companies have trainers throughout the UK and will be able to put you in touch with
the Educator who is closest to you. The local Educator will discuss your needs and can tailor
accordingly to suit the individual.
Make sure that the course is certificated and is recognized by an insurance company, as this is
required for obtaining Liability Insurance.
Check that you will receive after care and backup from your Educator. Often just through talking to
an Educator you can determine if they put you at ease and are approachable, as lots of students feel
very nervous at this time.”
“A good training provider, whether it is an individual person,
small or larger company, is one who is willing to take a
technician of any level, listen to their needs and aspirations
and to nurture them to their required level. Also, to provide
different levels of training courses which are of the highest
standards possible and with Educators who have the skill,
knowledge, qualifications and vision to allow you to grow
progressively and to develop you into being the best you can
possibly be and want to be.
Jane Cook
National Training Manager,
Grafton International
Ensure you are getting value for money, comprehensive
training, an adequate amount of product to use during training
and that class sizes are no larger than eight, as this will allow
you to receive some individual attention from the Educator.”
Is the company recognised by leading beauty insurers? How helpful is your training advisor and
does she make you feel comfortable and answer all your questions? Is the trainer available to
answer questions throughout the course, after it is finished and offer ongoing technical support?
Can they help you become the nail technician you aspire to become? Do they offer an ‘Advanced
Nail Skills’ course and NVQ?”
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NSI All That
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1 Sanitise your clients
hands.
2 Apply NSI Vanish
Cuticle Dissolve to the
cuticle and massage in.
3 Gently remove cuticle
from nail plate using a
stainless steel cuticle
pushes.
4 Using a nail wipe,
remove residue from
cuticle dissolve with NSI
Cleanse.
5 Gently prep the natural
nail with NSI 180gt file.
6 Remove debris with NIS
Plush Brush.
7 Using a nail wipe and
NSI Pure Plus clean the
nail plate.
8 Fit an NSI Clear
Sculpting Nail Form or a
Clear Elation Tip.
9 Brush Balance Bond
Primer onto the natural
nail.
10 Create a smile line and
extend nail length using
the Glitter Gel of your
choice and cure for three
minutes.
11 Apply a thin first layer of
Balance Gel and cure for
two minutes under a UV
lamp.
12 Apply a second thicker
layer of Balance Gel,
creating strength at the
Apex, and cure for two
minutes.
13 Wipe away residual layer
with NSI Cleanse.
14 Refine the nail surface
with a 180gt Zebra file
or Green Turtle Buffer.
15 Dust away nail debris
and wipe with NSI
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Tooling
around
Claire Matthewman
claire@BeautyServe.net
Getting the right tools is an essential part of being a successful nail
technician. But if you’re just starting out or thinking about updating your
kit, how do you know which tools will give you that extra edge?
If you’re new to nails, then a
basic kit is a must for any
aspiring nail tech and can
usually be bought as a starter
package or created by
purchasing the tools and
implements on an individual
basis.
The Edge Nail and Beauty
Ltd have a wide range of
tools and essential
equipment available for the
mobile technician and in the
salon.
If you’re a seasoned
professional, then perhaps
you’re keen to try out the
latest tools on the market to
keep you ahead of the game,
or maybe you’re still looking
for that elusive tool to become
your very own ‘pièce de
rèsistance’! Either way, before
investing heavily in your tools,
you need to decide exactly
what it is that you are looking
for.
The best place for buying your
tools may depend on which
systems you have to offer, or
are learning to master. There is
a chance that some tools may
not be suitable for use on a
particular type of enhancement
so it is always worth doing
your research before buying,
in order to guarantee you
purchase the right equipment
for your chosen application.
Nip/Tuck
The range of tools available
for nail technicians is
extensive to say the least, but
there are some essential items
that every nail tech shouldn’t
go without.
Dappen dishes, for example
are not only useful when
applying liquid and powder
enhancements, but can also be
used to contain corrector liquid
to tidy up smile lines or to
remove excess paint for the
sidewalls of the nails. The
EzFlow Dappen Dish, from
Grafton International is a great
accessory to have for creating
Acrylic enhancements. The
porcelain dish with a cork
stopper ensures there are no
spills, no fumes - just easy
access to your liquid.
Alternatively, Sina at
Salonserve also has a
selection of open and screw
top dappen dishes to choose
from, depending on your
needs. The dishes are available
in either porcelain or glass and
can be ordered in a selection
of colours to co-ordinate with
your salon’s décor.
EzFlow’s Nail Systems’ Pro Pusher, available from Grafton, has been
specifically designed for cleaning and preparing
the nail bed without scratching.
The ibd cuticle pusher, from
Grafton International.
NSI’s new implement kit . . .
ideal if you are investing in a
number of different implements
at the same time.
The Nail Creation
Electric File, from
California Nails Ltd . . .
35,000 rpm and
variable speed control.
Nail scissors, cuticle nippers
and pushers are also among
the ‘must-have’ items for nail
technicians and manicurists,
whether they are used for
tidying up the natural nail,
preparing it for
enhancements, or even for
finishing the nails after a
manicure.
OPI’s tool collection includes
the Accunip Precision Cuticle
Nipper, which has
ergonomically correct handles
to allow for the utmost in
control. Designed specifically
for use on cuticles, the
extended, contoured edges
deliver accuracy. The nippers
also feature both a double
action spring and a bonus
single-action spring to enable
them to open fully for singleblade action with either hand.
The range also includes
innovative products such as
the Dexterity Dual-Edged Nail
Plate Cleaner, a unique
‘ambidextrous’ nail plate
cleaner, which is ideal for fine
detailing, and the DoubleDuty
Dual Sided Pusher, which
features two pusher surfaces,
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Endurance files from NSI . . .
easy to use and available in
packs of 10 or 50.
The Grand Artist Oval 508 Brush from EzFlow Nail Systems,
available from Grafton International, is excellent for creating dramatically
deep smile lines.
Crown Brush’s Olympic
Series. . .available individually
and as part of a set
large and small, located backto-back at the same end of the
implement.
Alternatively, BattenEdwards stocks a large
range of manicure/pedicure
equipment. After more than
20 years of specialising in
the supply of podiatry
instruments, they have
branched out to offer the
beauty trade everything from
nippers to drills. Within the
range, the F-80 Nail Scissors
come with a funky design to
jazz up any technician’s box.
The Manicure Dual Tool,
from Star Nails® at United
Beauty Products Ltd, is a
wonder tool, which is perfect
for both manicure and nail
extension preparation.
The rounded end is ideal for
lifting the nail fold whilst the
straight, sharper end gently
and effectively removes the
cuticle from the nail plate.
Made from stainless steel
and suitable for sterilisation,
this robust and useful little
gizmo is a salon must have.
Another option might be the
EzFlow Nail Systems’ Pro
Pusher, available from
Grafton International. This
product has been specifically
designed for cleaning and
preparing the nail bed
without scratching. Its key
features and benefits include
being double-ended for
double-duty - it keeps
cuticles in line and removes
Pterygium just by switching
ends, so your work is done
without having to sanitize
two tools. It has great
versatility and can be used
for manicures, pedicures and
all artificial nail services, and
finally, it helps to prevent
lift-off by fully prepping the
work area.
Within the ibd range of
tools, also available from
Grafton, the cuticle pusher
also has two sides with the
rounded end being perfect
for pushing back cuticles,
while the pointed end is
suitable for running around
the nail edge during gel
application.
The Edge Nail and Beauty
Ltd has designed a wide
range of tools and essential
equipment for the mobile
Nail Technician and in the
salon. Whether you are
looking for tip cutters, stork
scissors, manicure bowls or
pedi slippers, the vast range
is being constantly updated.
detail to your client’s festive
nail art designs and the HS11
Olympic striper, which is
perfect for creating precision
lines.
For those of you looking to
invest in a number of
different implements at the
same time, kits are ideal
solutions to fulfil your every
need. In particular, NSI’s
new implement kit comes
complete with case and
comprises of one of each of
the following high quality
implements: Tip Cutter,
Cuticle Pusher, Perry
Tweezers, Curved Cuticle
Scissors and Cuticle Nipper.
Alternatively, ibd at Grafton
International recommend
using their Professional Gel
and Acrylic brushes. The Gel
Kolinsky sable brushes can
be used for gel applications
and are an oval size six.
Alternatively, Nailtiques at
Grafton International offers
start-up packages to those
who are setting up a new
business whether it’s a salon
or mobile, or for those who
are extending their existing
business offerings.
These packs include the key
professional products that a
technician would need to
perform a luxurious
manicure or pedicure, all of
which would be positioned in
a handy, compact and
visually attractive display.
Vital accessories and point of
sale merchandising items are
also integrated into the
packs.
Additionally, the Grand
Artist Oval 508 Brush from
EzFlow Nail Systems at
Grafton International is a
multipurpose size eight
brush, which is crimped at
the Ferrell making a flatter
belly while still maintaining
a crisp point for perfect
applications. The large belly
allows you to add liquid into
the working product for a
flawless finish application.
This oval brush is excellent
for creating dramatically
deep smile lines, precise
cuticle applications, fill-in
maintenance and even the
most intricate design work.
Brushing up
Distibuted by EuroBeauty Ltd, Pro-sticks use variable grit sanitary stickers
on three different handle designs depending on your needs.
Taking the
rough with
the smooth
Any nail technician worth their
salt will try to maintain a high
level of hygiene throughout
their treatment and should
extend this care to their
equipment. Often questions are
raised among the nail industry
as to whether items such as
nail files should be reused
between different customers or
disposed of after single use.
Some techs prefer to store the
file along with the client’s
record card for use on the next
visit, while others offer the file
to the client after the session
for continued use at home.
Whichever method you decide
upon it is always important to
check the manufacturer’s
instructions to ensure that your
abrasive can actually be
disinfected.
In essence, there is no hard
and fast rule, but should you
choose to re-use the file,
Habia’s recently published
Code of Practice for Nail
Services advises: “For the
purpose of nail treatments,
all disinfectable surfaces
(e.g. metal re-useable
implements, re-useable
abrasives and work surfaces)
must be disinfected after
thorough cleaning between
services.”
Pablo Picasso made a valid
point when he said: “As an
artist, all I need is my paints
and brushes - and someone
to drag me away when the
canvas is done.” All nail
artists know that amazing
things can happen when they
are equipped with the right
tools. From precision
corrector brushes through to
precision nail art; a good
quality nail brush can last for
years.
Crown Brush’s Olympic
Series of professional grade
nail brushes, for example, are
available both individually
and as part of a set. The
collection includes the HS10
Olympic bent Taklon Detail,
which is great for adding
Keeping your artist brushes
immaculate keeps the hairs
flexible and resilient, and
helps the brush last longer.
By using Dissolve Brush
Cleaner also from EzFlow,
this gentle cleanser removes
every particle of product
residue from both synthetic
and sable-hair brushes,
without damaging or drying
out the fibres.
Essie’s Crystal File, available from
Perfect Nails, is vital for shaping,
buffing and filing rough edges on
natural nails.
Suitable for all nail services,
from natural nails, gels and
wraps to acrylics and
pedicures, the new Endurance
files from NSI are easy to use
and are available in packs of
10 or 50 in the following grit
strengths: 100/100, 150/150,
180/150.
The file has a straight edge,
which is suitable for the
sidewall and extension edge
refinement, while the half
moon contoured edge is
perfect for getting in close to
the cuticle, minimizing the risk
of touching soft tissue. It can
also be completely disinfected
in ten minutes with total
submersion in, or sprayed
with, an EPA hospital grade
disinfectant, meeting the
highest standards of salon
sanitation.
Bio Sculpture offer a range of
hygienic, individually packed
buffs and files in an
assortment of shapes, colours
and grits. The new block
spongeboards are sanitisable,
easy to use and flexible. They
are also gentle on the cuticles
and are available in either
medium 180 grit or fine 140
grit strengths.
Pro-sticks distributed by
EuroBeauty Ltd use variable
grit sanitary stickers on three
different handle designs
depending on your needs. The
Straight Handle Design can be
used for traditional finger and
toenail shaping, blending and
contouring and the starter kit
contains one preloaded
ergonomic handle and 50
replacement stickers in a
clamshell package suitable for
wall or shelf display. The
stickers are available in white,
black and Zebra in 80, 100 and
100/180 grit strengths.
The Curved Handle Design
can be used for finger and
toenail contouring and the
starter kit also includes a
preloaded handle and fifty
replacement stickers available
in the same grit strengths as
above. Finally, the Pedicure
Handle Design should be used
for the removal and smoothing
of callous and rough skin on
the feet. The starter kit
includes one preloaded
contoured handle and 12 each
of 60 grit and a 100 grit black
abrasive replacement stickers.
OPI has a number of different
files and buffers available
depending on the service you
are offering. If, for example,
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Gel
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Xone - Strength of acrylic
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007 - One-phase gel
Smart Spa
A luxary blend of rejuvanating
scrubs, lotions and gels
Zoya
DBP free, Toluene free
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Extreme
Advanced acrylic Dip System. Reduces
filing by 75% for
the ultra smooth finish
Qtica
Incredible colour lock
system. Speed dry drops.
Top coat and base coat
Fibre Glass
The Original
Fibre Glass System
Freestyle
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Freestyle liquid and powder
system. Swiss technology.
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Bio Sculpture block sponge boards . . .
sanitisable, easy to use
and flexible.
Grafton International’s ibd
Jewel Files . . . completely
sanitisable and have
universal uses . . .
Bio Sculpture’s UV lamp . . .
small enough to fit on your
table, yet is designed to take
both hands and feet with
ease.
. . . additionally, the Quick
Shine from the ibd range has
been designed to create one
of the most brilliant shines
the nail industry has seen.
Grafton’s Nailtiques range
of files includes the green
and pink mini sponge
files . . . designed for clients’
home use.
you are giving your client a
basic manicure their range
includes the Diamond Coated
file, a unique 180/240-grit
diamond coated stainless steel
file with a long lasting fine
filing surface, which helps to
prevent peeling and splitting of
the natural nail. The Smoother
Phat file, a buffer with a 400
grit strength, is ergonomically
designed for comfort when
buffing at the cuticle area,
leaving the nail plate smooth
and ready for lacquer.
Additionally for nail
enhancements, the range
extends to include the OPI
Finisher Phat file, a 400,
800 and 1200 grit finishing
file, which brings nails to a
high gloss shine as well as
gently removing scratches
and imperfections from the
artificial nail, and the Silver
Cushioned File, a 180 Grit
cushioned file, which
removes scratches and
smoothes surfaces on
artificial nails.
A favourite of the
professional make up artists
at London’s fashion week,
the Reflector Glosser from
Star Nails®, by United
Beauty Products Ltd, is the
key to ultra glossy, natural
looking nails. Suitable for
use on all nail systems and
gentle enough to be used on
the natural nail, this little
gem fits into your client’s
handbag and produces
remarkable results and long
lasting shine in seconds.
Use the pink coloured side
to rid your client’s nails of
those nasty little scratches,
turn it over and use the
reverse to buff your way to
perfection.
Essie’s Crystal File,
available from Perfect Nails
is vital for shaping, buffing
and filing rough edges on
natural nails. Not only does
it leave a smooth, even
finish every time, but the
file multi-tasks to prevent
nails from splitting and
peeling. The specially
designed, ever lasting
abrasive surface allows for
repeated use and it is
supplied in a shock resistant
container.
Alternatively, the EzFlow
range, available from
Grafton International, has
been designed for your
comfort as well as
performance. The files
within the range are
completely immersible
allowing you to sanitise and
disinfect them thoroughly
between uses, to ensure each
client’s safety. They are
available in six degrees of
fineness, for a super-smooth
texture and a wildly glossy
finish.
In particular, the White
Tiger is a 100/100 grit file,
with a reinforced centre to
prevent weakening or
breaking while in use,
making it ideal for sidewall
filing and all enhancement
shaping on all nail shapes.
Reflector Glosser from Star Nails®
by United Beauty Products Ltd . . .
the key to ultra glossy, natural looking nails.
The new skyLED light unit from LCN . . .
uses extremely long lasting and efficient bulbs,
making them eco-friendly and economical.
Additionally, the Snow
Monkey is a powerful
shining buffer that can be
used on both natural and
artificial nails. When used in
conjunction with EzFlow
Miracle Shine it produces a
high glossy shine.
The Ultra Slim Manicure Lamp, from the Daylight
Company Ltd . . . possibly one of the most flexible
nail station lamps ever created.
Also available from Grafton
are the ibd Jewel Files.
These can be used for any
type of nail application and
are designed for the
technician to have a
comfortable hold as well as
to work on the client’s nails
eliminating contact with the
skin. They are completely
sanitisable and have
universal uses.
The Jewel files are sold
individually or within a pack
that contains eight files,
including Ruby, a white
100/100 grit file for sidewall
shaping and shaping of nail
enhancements; Sapphire, a
150/150 grit file perfect for
tip blending, contour filing
and the initial applications
of finishing the nail;
Emerald, a 180/180 grit file
for final contour filing and
finish filing, and finally,
Diamond, a buffer file with
dual grits of 220/280 for
both file graduation and
creating the foundations for
high shine.
Additionally, the Quick
Shine from the ibd range has
been designed to create one
of the most brilliant shines
the nail industry has ever
seen. This buffer is great for
manicures or pedicures as
well as any artificial surface
like acrylics, gel, polish,
fibreglass and silk wraps.
Simply use the grey side to
smooth any natural or
artificial nail surface and
use the white side to buff
the nail surface to a brilliant
long lasting shine.
Grafton’s Nailtiques range
of files includes the green
and pink mini sponge files
which are designed for your
client’s use at home. These
mini emery boards are dual
purpose with the green side
being ideal for shaping nails
and the pink side for
removing ridges,
discolouration and staining
of the nail.
Contact telephone numbers:
Beauty Express
0845 702 3803
Batten-Edwards
0190 823 5335
Alternatively, the Nailtiques
Combination File is a
cushioned emery board
suitable for use both at
home and in the salon. The
black side is used for filing,
and the opposite (yellow /
green) side can be used to
tidy under the nails after
filing as well as buffing
stains off the toenails.
Bio Sculpture
0845 331 2347
California Nails Ltd
01204 412001
Crown Brush
0870 241 4406
Finally from Grafton’s
product house is the Orly
range of files. Within the
range, the three-way Buffer
offers three grades of grit
specially designed to buff
the nail services to a
flawless finish. The 240
black grit smoothes nail
ridges and irregularities.
The 400 grit fine white
buffer provides a soft, matte
Daylight Company Ltd
0208 964 1200
EuroBeauty Ltd
01344 360 813
EzFlow
0845 30 0840
Habia
0845 230 6080
IBD
01827 280 080
LCN
0127 383 7301
Nailtiques
01827 280 080
NSI
0500 131 009
OPI
0192 324 0010
Orly
01827 280 080
Perfect Nails
0844 800 9396
Salonserve
0193 341 0022
The Edge Nail and Beauty Ltd
0125 684 0840
United Beauty Products Ltd
01536 463 390
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lustre, while the no-grit grey
polisher gives nails a highgloss shine.
Electric files are a source
of perpetual wonder and
seem to cause the most
controversy within UK nail
industry, however with
proper training and used
properly, an Electric File
can be a fantastic tool.
Many techs find that using
an electric file can shorten
their service time and
reduces job-related stress
on their hands, arms and
shoulders. They can be
used for a number of tasks
including back-fills,
shortening nails, shaping
enhancements, reaching
difficult areas like the
underside of nail, and
high-shine buffing.
The Jet 500 . . . one of two revolutionary new UV lamps from ibd at
Grafton International created to work with their next generation of UV Gel
and Acrylic systems.
The Nail Creation Electric
File, from California
Nails Ltd, offers 35,000
RPM and variable speed
control with both forward
and reverse directionality.
It is virtually silent and
vibration free and is
available in either blue or
pink and is supplied with a
full one-year warranty.
Light-minded
Every nail technician
knows how important the
correct type of lighting is.
Lamps that create a
‘daylight’ effect allow you
to examine your work to
ensure each nail
enhancement or polish
application is flawless.
The Ultra Slim Manicure
Lamp, from the Daylight
Company Ltd, is possibly
one of the most flexible
nail station lamps ever
created. The innovative
design of the flexible arm
means the lamp can be
adjusted for optimum
effectiveness and comfort
with an above table height
ranging from 15cm
minimum to 50cm
maximum and a horizontal
reach of 38cm. Therefore
the nail technician is in
control and can decide
upon the required intensity
of the large spread of the
even and low heat light
cast by the lamp’s ‘T2
Daylight™ Fluorescent
Tube’.
This high quality light
ensures both client and
technician see polish
colours and finishes in a
true light and nail
technicians eyes are helped
to cope with long periods
of concentrated intricate
work. The lamp comes
equipped with a strong
table clamp and stem so it
can be easily fitted to all
makes and designs of nail
station worktops.
Additionally, if you’re
looking to learn gel
enhancements then it is
time to invest in a UV
curing lamp. One of the
main things to remember
about UV lamps is that the
condition of the bulbs can
Grafton’s EzFlow Nail Systems’ Lamp It! . . . offers rapid and even curing.
greatly affect its efficiency.
Ideally, bulbs should be
changed twice every year
even if they look fine, as
they can lose up to half of
their original UV energy
within a six-month period.
Bio Sculpture’s UV lamp
is small enough to fit on
your table and yet is
designed to take both the
hands and feet with ease.
Additionally, it is fitted
with a timer to remove
guesswork out of the
curing process and
includes a removable hand
rest for client comfort.
Alternatively, ibd at
Grafton International have
created two revolutionary
UV lamps to work with
their next generation of
UV Gel and Acrylic
systems: The Jet 1000, a
single handed, spacesaving UV-only lamp that
dries any UV topcoats,
gels and acrylics, is sleek
in appearance and has a
separate timer; While, the
Jet 5000 is a two handed
lamp with a hinged top and
adjustable height for
manicures and pedicures.
This deluxe model
combines UV light, heat
and a fan to maximise
drying power, and also has
a built in timer.
Both models share one
patented feature, the ibd
parabolic reflector system.
This unique approach
ensures that all the UV
light is reflected
throughout the entire light
so there are never any
“blind” spots, which don’t
cure. The patented
reflectors also ensure that
the entire product is cured
at the same rate, which
abolishes the worst
problems of “traditional”
gels.
Another option from
Grafton is EzFlow Nail
Systems’ Lamp It!, which
offers rapid and even
curing, and which has been
specifically designed to
work with their gel it!
enhancements.
Alternatively, the new
skyLED light unit from
LCN uses a unique LED
technology. LED stands for
Light Emitting Diode,
which are extremely long
lasting and efficient little
bulbs, making them ecofriendly and economical.
Some of the advantages of
using this type of lamp
include a higher light
intensity, wider light
emitting angle and
minimal heat generation.
The compact design means
the lamp will fit on even
the smallest workstation
and is easy to keep clean.
The unit also features an
Auto-start function, to
begin the curing process as
soon as the client’s hands
are placed inside.
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TRIED AND TESTED - Hand Lotions
Product: essie smoothies
Product: Barbara Bort Extra
Rich Hand Cream
What they say: “Essie’s fruit
inspired and fragrance free hand
and body lotions are delicious!
Loaded with anti-ageing alpha
hydroxyl acids and skin
quenching natural emollients, the
fast absorbing formula keeps
skin radiantly young and
scrumptiously smooth.”
What they say: “With a
delicate subtle fragrance and
containing glycolic acid
(derived from sugar cane),
Extra Rich Hand Cream
smoothes and moisturises to
leave hands feeling soft and
replenished.”
What we say: “With a fun and
funky packaging and a smooth
yoghurt-like texture, essie
smoothies are good enough to
eat!”
What we say: “Absorbs easily
into skin with a velvety feel
and light fragrance.”
Trade Price: £6.00
Trade Price: 8oz £5.95 + VAT
RRP: £11.45
RRP: 8oz £11.95
Contact: Sparkle Cosmetics 0161 610 2022
Contact: Perfect Nails - 0844
800 9396
Product: Qtica Intense Total
Hydrating Therapy
Product: spaCaviar
Hand Crème by Gena
What they say: “spaCaviar Hand
Crème diminishes wrinkles, stimulates
cellular rejuvenation and evens skin
tone while protecting hands against
environmental and UV damage. This
rich hand crème replaces your daily
moisturiser.”
What we say: “A rich mousse-like
crème with a fresh and invigorating
scent.”
Trade Price: 4oz £7.50 plus VAT
What they say: “Qtica Intense
Total Hydrating Therapy
increases the water content on
the surface of the skin by up to
10 times the normal level. The
skin will remain at this
increased hydration for up to
eight hours after application of
the lotion. It is oil and grease
free.”
Product: Skin MD Natural
What we say: “A gentle and
creamy formula which left my
skin feeling silky smooth and
hydrated for hours.”
What we say: “With a gellike texture, this hand lotion
leaves your hands feeling
fresh and silky smooth.”
Trade Price: N/A
Trade Price: 120ml £14.99
RRP: N/A
Contact: Supernail & Beauty
Ltd - 020 8752 1924
RRP: 4oz £14.70
Contact: Grafton International 01827 280 080
Product: Orly Sheer
Radiance Luminous
What they say:
“This collection of
hand and body
lotions are light
enough to use
everyday, yet rich
enough to nourish
and protect dry
skin.”
What we say: “A
lightly-whipped
cream containing
shimmer sparkles perfect for those
special occasons.”
Trade Price: 8oz
£5.70 + VAT
RRP: 8oz £10.95
Contact: Grafton
International - 01827
280 080
Product: Arbonne
Intelligence Hand
Cream
What they say: “A
thick, rich, hand
treatment formula that is
blended with key antiaging elements, and
moisturises skin whilst
reducing the visible
signs of aging.”
What we say: “Glides
onto skin with minimum
effort, leaving hands soft
and lightly scented.”
Contact: Arbonne www.akarbonne.myarbo
nne.com
What they say: “Skin MD
Natural™ is quickly
absorbed, without the
slightest hint of any greasy,
oily feeling or residue,
transforming the outer layer
of skin into a hydrating
invisible shield.”
RRP: N/A
Contact: Skin MD Natural 01277 354374
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TRIED AND TESTED - Hand Lotions
Product: Nailtiques Cuticle &
Hand Conditioner
Product: Dermalogica
MultiVitamin Hand & Nail
Treatment
What they say: “A highly
concentrated combination of
pure aloe and jojoba oils that
rehydrates and conditions the
hands and cuticle area.”
What they say: “An intense,
non-greasy cream to protect
and repair chapped hands,
while strengthening nails
against splitting and peeling.
Pro-Vitamin B5 and soothing
Algae Extract hydrate and
provide an invisible barrier.”
What we say: “Has a subtle
fragrance which doesn’t
overpower hands, but leaves
them feeling totally
moisturised.”
What we say: “The cream
melts beautifully into the
skin with a lingering, zingy
fragrance.”
RRP: 4oz £14.50
Contact: Grafton International
- 01827 280 080
RRP: £16.60
Contact:
Dermalogica - 0800 591 818
Product: Seche Silk
Product: Ahava Source Mineral Hand
Cream
What they say: “A luxuriously rich
cream, enriched with Mineral Skin
Osmoter™ and designed to nourish and
hydrate whilst soothing chapped and dry
skin instantly.”
Product:
Hara Hand & Foot
Massage lotion
What they say: “A silky lotion
ideal to use as a massage medium
for both hands and feet, contains
Vitamin E.”
What they say: “This Vitamin enriched
lotion is an aromatherapy-based lotion
enriched with tea tree, lavender,
eucalyptus essential oils and vitamins.
Designed with a micro - moleculer
structure, Seche Silk penetrates deep into
the pores leaving the skin silky and nongreasy with a refreshing and unisex
scent.”
What we say: “Has a rich, soufflé-style
texture with an invigorating fragrance.”
What we say: “Light and easily
absorbed into the skin - with a relaxing
aromatherapy scent.”
Trade Price: 100ml £5.50 + VAT
RRP: 100ml £10.50
RRP: 8oz £13.95
Contact: Ahava UK - 01452 864 574
Contact: Perfect Nails - 0844 800 9396
What we say: “A lightweight lotion with an
aromatic scent, that leaves the hands feeling
smooth and soft.”
Trade Price: £4.15 + VAT
RRP: N/A
Contact: Aston & Fincher - 0121 331 2024
Product: Essie Spa Kirby
Creme
What they say: “Specially
formulated with cucumber
extract and avocado oil to
effectively heal dry, cracked
skin and protect from further
moisture loss.”
What we say: “Easily absorbs
into skin with a refreshing
fragrance reminiscent of spa
days.”
Product: EzFlow SilkySoft™ Hand & Body Lotion
What we say: “Bursting with fruity fragrance (we tried Cranberry Berries), and
leaves skin hydrated but without a greasy feel.”
RRP: 2oz £15.95
Contact:
Perfect Nails - 0844 800 9396
What they say: “A special blend of Sweet Almond Oil, Aloe Vera and Vitamins
A, C and E to leave skin moisturised, hydrated and feeling Silky Soft. Available
in six fragrances.”
RRP: £8.99
Contact: EzFlow Nail Systems - 0845 330 0840
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Autumn Nail Colours . . . Autumn Nail Colours . . .
takes a look
at the
latest lacquer
offerings
for Autumn 2007
Rich
pickings
Bio Sculpture Gel
Bio Sculpture Gel have introduced three
new Autumn and three new Winter
colours, both available in 10g and 4g gels
and polishes.
Essie
essie’s Autumn 2007 nail
polish collection features
six new rich, sumptuous
colours that complement
the season’s fashions.
Autumnal shades feature a golden metallic
orange, (Dessert Sunrise), a vibrant orange
red (Warm Winter), and a metallic Copper.
• Bio Sculpture Gel t: 0845 331 2347
SpaRitual
SpaRitual has introduced Intuitive, a collection of subdued
metals with a sophisticated edge.
The six new shades range from whimsical to whip-smart and
feature a mocha crème (Sage), silvery champagne (Sharp),
winter white (Savant), crystal black (Street Smart), gentle rose
crëme (Savoir Faire), and a warm chocolate with a silver
shimmer (Shrewd).
• NSI UK t: 0500 131 009
The collection includes
creamy burnt orange
(Alligator Purse), light
caramel taupe (Bags to
Riches), rich simmering
cocoa (Decadent Diva),
dark merlot (Handle with
Flair), blackest purple
(Material Girl), and
striking red (Turning
Heads Red).
• Perfect Nails
t: 0844 800 9396
Orly
Orly brings a touch of glamour to nails
this autumn season with their new colour
collection, Neue Neutrals.
The Neue Neutrals palette includes a
silver champagne glitter (Too Much
Bubbly), a refined pink with silver
shimmer (Not So Dusty Rose), a very
berry bright red crème (Quite Contrary
Berry), an orchid crème (Not Your
Mama’s Mauve), violet shimmer
(Vanguard Violet), and a classic rich pum
crème (Plum Noir).
The Edge
The Edge’s range of
autumn shades have a
cosmopolitan travel
theme, including the
shades Marakesh,
Bordeaux, Milan, Bejing,
Bali, Costa Rica, and
Transylvania.
• The Edge:
t 01256 840840
LCN
LCN’s autumnal collection ‘Fascination’ includes
four expressive colours, accompanied by lipsticks.
The collection has been designed to accentuate your
client’s femininity. The Trend Colours include
Independent, Faithful, Glamorous and Straight. Easy
to apply, these polishes will dry within 60 seconds.
• LCN t: 0871 222 8070
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Autumn Nail Colours . . . Autumn Nail Colours . . .
Palms Extra
Nubar has introduced three new collections for this
season: Liquid Minerals, Natures Touch and Cheers.
Liquid Metals provides a choice of seven metallic colours,
including Unfaithful Red, Risky Rose, Precarious
Lavender, Fickle Amethyst, Erratic Purple, Unpredictable
Taupe, and Impulsive Silver.
Natures Touch includes Sandstone, Blackberry, Brown
Rose, Autumn Sunset, Burnt Copper, Brass and Firebrick.
Whilst, Cheers consists of party shades of Glazed Ginger,
Merry Cranberry, Candy Cane Lane, Lilac Cashmere,
Flush Merlot, Cinnamon Twist, and Ruby Velvet.
• Palms Extra t: 0208 466 0102
Jessica
Jessica has introduced the
Royal Jewels collection for
this season.
Included in this set of jewels
are Majestic Plum, Imperial
Rouge, Blushing Princess,
Cinderella Red, Windsor
Castle and Queen’s Court.
• The Natural Nail Company
t: 0208 381 7793
Toma
This autumn Toma have composed an ensemble of colour in
their new collection “A Night at the Opera”.
The collection includes a deep red (Prima Donna), red with
gold flicks (Carmen), shimmering purple (Bravo), luscious
pearl lavender (Encore), deep inky black blue (La Boheme),
and a soft autumnal caramel (Phantom).
• Mad Beauty Ltd t: 0208 958 0555
Zoya
Zoya has introduced two
collections for autumn/winter
2007: Downtown and Uptown.
Downtown is urban and edgy,
with shades including gunmetal
grey, midnight blue, metallic
teal, damson, shimmering
amethyst and emerald green.
Uptown features a palette of
luscious berry’s and sensuous
reds including Tess, Paige,
Coco, Quinn, Andi and Chelsea.
• Supernail & Beauty Ltd
t: 0208 752 1924
OPI
The Russian Collection by OPI is
inspired by modern opulence of
jewel-like reds and luscious dark
tones.
The collection includes claret (St.
Petersburgundy), shimmering red
(An Affair In Red Square), rich
crimson (Vodka & Caviar), deep-sea
indigo (Russian Navy), wine
(Catherine The Grape), pale gold
(Cosmo-Not Tonight Honey!), onyx
(Siberian Nights), copper shimmer
(Ruble For Your Thoughts),
terracotta pink (Krème De La
Kremlin), dark chocolate (Suzi Says
Da!), charcoal with maroon glitter
(Midnight in Moscow), a raisin
(Boris & Natasha).
• Lena White Ltd t: 01923 240010
United Beauty
Products
United Beauty’s new
Autumn/Winter ‘Attitude® All
that Glitters’ collection of six
mouth-wateringly rich and
opulent shades includes Deep
Azure, Lilac Lustre, Amethyst
Awe, Dazzling Emerald, Gold
Dust and Night Sky.
• United Beauty Products
t: 01536 463 350
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New Products . . . New Products . . . New Products . . .
Filter
away bad
odours
Flextraction Ltd, the UK
distributor for Fumex AB, have
launched Fumex’s LFK 150F
single station and LFK 250F
twin arm filter system, both
part of the Local Filter Kits
(LFK) series specially designed
for use in beauty and nail
salons.
Aspiring nails
If you are new to gel nails or an existing technician,
Aspire2Beauty have a simple and easy to use nail system that
meets the highest quality and safety criteria. Aspire2nails is
odour free, gas permeable, and easily adheres without the use
of Primers. Each complete kit comes in a handy box and
contains one pot of each gel, tips, tip cutters, glue, brush, files,
coloured block, brush cleanser and training manual.
Both are capable of filtering
contaminants
with
an
efficiency of 99.99% down to
0.3micron,
and
remove
hydroxyethyl, methacrylate,
acetone and buffing dust as
well as other odours arising
from products used in the
health and beauty industry,
from the nail tech’s and
customer’s breathing zone.
In addition a full range of Nail Polishes and Nail Treatments
free from Formaldehyde and Toluene is available to
complement your salon.
The compact fan has a highpower 195W, 230V 50Hz
motor and an integral speed
control operating at a very low
noise level of around 60 dB(a).
• Aspire2beauty t: 0845 450 2449
• Flextraction
t: 0166 441 0614
A fusion of colour
Get creative this season with Fusion Colour™ by United Beauty. These coloured powders have all
the benefits of the Fusion™ range with the added advantage of custom blending to match each of
your client’s natural skin tone.
Choose from two collections; The Fusion Primary Collection includes colours such as White, Blue,
Yellow, Red, Brown and orange, which allow you to create natural looking nail extensions as the
powders are designed to be blended to a shade that will complement each individual client’s skin
tone.
The Fusion Vibrant Collection includes White Neon Blue, Violet, Green and Black and is ideal for
creating striking and solid colours and imaginative nail-art.
The vibrant collection also contains a iridescent silver glitter that can be added to any powder to
make your clients nails stand out at any special occasion and add some sparkle!
• United Beauty Products Ltd t: 01536 402 600
The zest of life
Beauty for
beginners
Reach for the skyLED
Available from Salon Lines,
the
new
Professional
Manicure Starter Kit is ideal
for trainee nail techs and
professionals alike.
The new skyLED light unit
from LCN uses a unique LED
technology. LED stands for
Light Emitting Diode, which
are tiny little lights that have a
long life-expectancy.
According to LCN, LED’s use
less energy than bulbs and
rarely need replacing. They
also have a higher light
intensity,
superior
light
distribution, a wider light
emitting angle and minimal
heat generation.
The skyLED’s high tech design
means it fits on the smallest
workstation and is easy to keep
clean. It also features an Auto
Start facility, which means the
unit will start once the client
places their hand in it.
• LCN t: 01273 837 301
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The truth is out!
Skintruth™ has launched a
new Cuticle Oil to their
popular Hand range.
This vitamin rich oil
encourages growth of strong
healthy nails and is
formulated with Neroli and
Rosemary. The oil is
available in two sizes, 15ml
and 50ml, and can be used
on both polished and
unpolished nails.
• Beauty Express
t: 0845 702 3803
The sweet life
Let your imagination run wild and create exciting acrylic design
nails with pastels, glitters and neon colours, with the ibd acrylic
coloured powders, available at Grafton International.
Inspired by delicious cocktails you may find on a night out, the ‘Out
on the Town’ colour collection includes House Margarita, Apple
Martini, Chocolatini, Bloody Mary, Blue Hawaii, Pink Cosmo,
Shaken not Stirred, Orangetini, Pina Colada, Blueberrytini, Daiquiri
Ice and Dirty Martini.
Within the ‘Sweeties’ collection, the powders are inspired by all
things sweet, and include colours such as Blueberries, Lemonade,
Grape Soda, Cotton Candy, Sugar, Licorice, Strawberry Smoothie,
Green Jelly Bean, Tangerine Crème, Bubble Gum, Raspberry Ice
and Blue Taffy.
Collections are available
in pre-set packages, or
alternatively the coloured
powders
can
be
purchased as individual
0.4oz pots. So if you have
a favourite shade that you
find irresistible and are
constantly using, then
this is your chance to
stock up!
• Ibd/Grafton
International
t: 01827 280 08
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The Palms ExtraPedicure Kit ensures that your clients receive an
invigorating and indulgent treatment using products packed with
vitamins to soften and moisturise skin.
Soak tired feet in the Chamomile and Lemongrass Foot Soak and
follow up with the Orange and Wheatgerm Oil Scrub to remove
rough skin before applying the soothing and nourishing Chamomile
Foot Mask.
Top off the perfect treatment with the non-greasy and delectable
Lemongrass and Rice Bran Oil Leg and foot Balm.
• Palms Extra t: 0800 252172
Axxium has
arrived!
Whether you’re new to gels or an experienced
user, Axxium from OPI is ideal for those who
prefer a brush-on application.
This new brush-on gel offers workability and
wear, featuring ease of application, predictable
results and an uncomplicated approach to creating
lightweight enhancements.
If even faster finishing is what you are looking for,
new Axxium No-Cleanse UV Top Sealer is the
latest gel discovery. You simply brush on and in
two minutes the sealer cures and the client is out
the door with no wiping needed!
• Lena White Ltd t:01923 240010
Each kit comes in a handy
travel bag and includes
Hand and Nail Softening
Soak, Hand and Body
Exfoliating Gel, Hand and
Nail Moisture Mask, Hand
and Nail Moisture, Cuticle
Cream, Eraser - cuticle and
stain remover, Nourish cuticle and nail oil,
Manicure File Pack, Hand
and
Nail
Massage
Treatment Guide and a pair
of terry cloth mitts.
• Salon Lines
t: 0151 486 1112
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Put tools in
their
place
Vegan-friendly
lacquer remover
SpaRitual, distributed by NSI UK, has introduced a
specially formulated vegan lacquer remover with a
complex of non-drying sugar derived solvents.
Untidy desks and workspaces
have no excuse now that Bio
Sculpture GB Limited have
launched their new stylish
desk organiser. This compact
organiser has a separate
drawer for gel pots and an
open-top section to hold all
your solutions, brushes and
files.
In-keeping with the holistic feel of the SpaRitual
products, it features Italian Red Mandarin essential oil
to re-energise the sacral chakra.
• SpaRitual t: 0808 202 0855
Dazzling
works of art
• Bio Sculpture GB Limited
t: 0845 331 2347
Pedi perfect!
HoF has introduced a special
intro kit offer on its
Pedisation™ retail range.
Pedisation comprises aromatherapy pedicure treatments,
which combine herb and flower
essences with lavender, tea tree
oil, peppermint oil and arnica
to give feet a scintillating
experience. The Pedisation
Pedicure Intro Kit contains
Cuticle Nippers, Block Files, a
3-Way Buffer, Long File,
Birchwood
Sticks,
Pedi
Slippers and Carry Case. Plus
when you order one of each
200ml Pedisation product, you
receive a free Foot Soak,
Scrub, Lotion, Masque and
Repair Crème.
• HoF
t: 01480 404 200
w: www.hofbeauty.co.uk
New Mini Varnishes
Competitively priced, these Nail Art Packs from
Sina at Salonserve are a cheap way of getting
creative with nail art.
The Italian Make up company
Barbara Bort, available in the
UK
through
Sparkle
Cosmetics, has introduced new
Mini Nail Varnishes (4.5ml) to
its nail existing varnish range.
Whether it is for nail students just starting out or
the seasoned technicians who wish to experiment
with new designs, these kits are ideal. Each pack
With 20 colours to choose from
including classic shades of pale
frosted pink to sparkling gold,
there is a colour for every client
and occasion.
comes equipped with glitter dust dazzles and
stones. There is also an orange stick to aid in
application. With six different designs there is
plenty of opportunity to get creative.
• Salonserve t: 0800 0181 171
Pamper your Pinkies!
With a special offer launch
price for readers of The Nail
File during October and
November they would make
perfect little stocking fillers.
• Sparkle Cosmetics
t: 0161 610 2022
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Laid-back beauty
AMS Beauty Supplies
Direct is offering a
competitively
priced
portable beauty couch ideal
for mobile technicians or for
those who are short of
space.
This classic eight-legged
couch is hardwearing and
features
a
positional
backrest and clip-on couch
roll holder. It also comes
with a mobile trolley, and
carry case for easy
manoeuvrability.
• AMS Beauty Supplies
Direct t: 0800 0288 977
Crystal calling
Whether it’s a
subtle look you’re
after or the full
bling effect, the
Crystal
Rhinestones
available from At
Your Fingertips,
will allow you to
add that extra touch
of sparkle to your
nail art. Each
crystal is 2mm in
diameter and is
supplied in a pot
containing
144
crystals.
At Your Fingertips is one of the largest stockists of nail art products
in the UK. They offer an extensive range of nail tips, tools and
accessories, along with IBD liquid and powder, IBD gels, nail
polishes and Daylight lamps.
• At Your Fingertips t: 07719 371571
Lena White Ltd and OPI
have launched a new gift set
‘Pamper Your Pinkies’ to
help raise money for Breast
Cancer Campaign.
‘Pink Positively Pamper Kit’
contains ‘Pink Positively’ their best selling hot
shimmery pink lacquer,
which was created especially
for the Campaign in 2005,
and all you need to complete
the look of perfectly
pampered pinkies.
For every gift pack sold £3
will be donated to the
Charity.
Lena White says: “We are
thrilled to announce that,
together with OPI we are
proudly championing Breast
Cancer Campaign for the
third consecutive year. We
are hoping that our efforts
will raise another £10,000 for
the charity and we have a
fabulous new product, so
help us to help them continue
researching the cure.”
• Lena White Ltd
t: 01923 240010
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Tough competition
Nobility is a soak off formula Gel
originally designed for competition
use.
This product enables you to apply
and remove gel nails effortlessly
while saving time. The formula was
created with perfect viscosity for
easy and quick application.
The Nobility Soak Off Kit includes
Primer, Soak Off, Cleanser and
Clear Gel, while a selection of 15
additional coloured gels are also
available to purchase within the
range.
Nubar have added a line
of UV Gels to their
existing range, which
will be available from
Palms Extra later in the
year.
• Le Chat UK t: 01603 433 833
All juiced up!
Two new ‘flavours’ in the Avojuice Skin Quenchers lotion line
from OPI have been launched.
Bursting with smooth, rich moisturisers, Avocado and healing
Aloe extracts, the Skin Quenchers are packed with real, goodfor-you fruit extracts and an entire menu of soothing nourishing
ingredients designed to give skin a drink of moisture.
A touch of glass
The Avojuice Skin Quenchers include Japanese Garden Juicie,
with Exotic notes of rose, violet, and clean woods; and Orange
Almond Juicie - bright orange with a touch of almond essence.
Wow Trade crystal glass nail files not only look stunning, but also
provide a real benefit to your clients’ nails.
• Lena White Ltd t: 01923 240010
The files are made of a high quality crystal, which has been
carefully dipped into acid to achieve a uniform and gentle grade.
This surface works quickly to make your clients’ nails smooth, thus
preventing chipping and splitting.
New
UV
Gels
The collection is made
up of 53 different
coloured gels, including
classic colours such as
French Pink, White Tip
and Professional Clear.
Nubar
has
also
developed a range of
colours such as Honey
Gold, Extreme Purple
and Silver Glitter to
appeal to those who like
to make a statement with
their nails.
• Palms Extra
t: 0800 252172
Crystal smile
The crystal glass nail files can be sterilised after use, ensuring your
clients get a clean file every time. Perhaps the best feature of these
tools is that they come in a choice of three designs to match your
outfit, mood and style, which also makes them an ideal gift in time
for Christmas.
• Wow Trade W: www.wowtrade.co.uk
Crowning glory
Halloween hands
Scary ghosts, spooky cats
and cute little witches are
all part of Nailtopia’s new
instant nail art collection
for Halloween.
Crownbrush are one of the
world’s leading manufacturers
of Make-up, Aesthetic and Nail
Art brushes. Used by Make-up
artist throughout the world, the
brushes are made from various
hair types including Badger
and Sable. Crown also offers an
extensive range of Kolinsky,
Synthetic, and Sable hair nail
art brushes at wholesale prices.
their very own case, to salon
packages, which contain
everything you need to produce
your nail art.
They have a wide selection of
packages
available
from
student deals, which come with
• Crownbrush
t: 0870 241 4406 or visit
www.crownbrush.co.uk
And, for that extra special
touch, Crown can personalise
the brushes with a number of
printing options, such as your
own name, salon, college or
website.
“Many
clients
love
seasonal nail art,” says
Julia
Brooksbank
of
Nailtopia, “and Halloween
is no exception. Our instant
nail art packs make
Halloween nail art so easy!
Ghosts
were
hugely
popular last year so this
year we have two ghost
packs - a white one which
is perfect for dark nails and
a spooky black one which
looks great on a very bright
pink!”
• Nailtopia
t: 0845 430 9674
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Hands & feet
with Hara
Hara’s new Manicure and
Pedicure range includes
luxurious products such as
the revitalising Manicure
and
Pedicure
Soak,
Manicure Exfoliant Hara
Hand and Foot Mask and
Hara Cuticle Massage
Cream. Hara Hand & Foot
Massage Lotion completes
the collection.
• Aston & Fincher
t: 0121 331 2000
Tooth Fairy have launched
their new Promotional Kit. This
smaller and less expensive
Crystal Kit makes it fast, easy
and profitable for mobile and
salon-based technicians to
introduce Tooth Jewellery into
their treatment menu.
The Promotional Tooth Crystal
Starter Kit comes complete
with a DVD, written training
instructions and all material
needed for a professional to
apply a Tooth Crystal. Tooth
Crystal applications can be
easily learnt in one hour. Each
Kit comes with 50 white
Swarovski Tooth Crystals,
dental
glue,
tweezers,
applicators, tooth cleaner and
promotional flyers.
After the removal of the Tooth
Crystal (either by naturally
falling off or from applying
pressure) one will find the
tooth enamel completely intact.
There is no damage to the tooth
since no hole is required to
place the Tooth Crystal and
safe dental materials are
supplied. The application is
complete within three to five
minutes and will last from one
month up to one year.
• Tooth Fairy t: 0207 529 1489
www.BeautyServe.com
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Results that speak for
themselves
Glazing ahead
LCN’s Glaze Gels are a co-ordinated range of high
performance light-cured special effect gels with a unique
consistency that allows perfect modelling of the fingernail,
preventing the gel from running into the nail furrow.
The line comprises of four special colour ranges with their
own unique characters, and a Clear Topcoat for shine.
GlazeGel Clear is a classic transparent seal, whilst
GlazeGel - French Top is a white French gel with soft,
shimmering glitter particles in three varieties. GlazeGel Elegant Line gives a nude look, and finally GlazeGel Noble Shine comes in four different shimmering finishes,
for a soft but striking effect.
• LCN t: 01273 837301
Nailoid Results has an
established
and
unique
heritage. With over a hundred
years in the market, it has
developed an exceptional
understanding and expertise in
nail care treatments.
The range has been developed
by nail care professionals to
address every nail treatment
and maintenance requirement
necessary for strong, beautiful,
natural-looking and healthy
Displays to make your
nails sing
The new SpaRitual Airy
Sopranos
Suite
36-piece
display, distributed by NSI UK,
will be a complement to any
countertop environment as it
creates the illusion of floating
colour.
nails. Nailoid offers an
innovative packaging design
with tried, tested and trusted
formulations.
Nailoid can cater for all the nail
care needs in your salon. From
manicure creams and cuticle
treatments, to nail hardeners
and French manicures.
With over 18 propositions,
users can tailor their nail care
regime to suit their individual
More information and special
salon offers is available.
• KleverStuff Ltd
t: 02920 766244
e: info@kleverstuff.com
La Beeby have recently
launched their new range of
Beauty Therapy wear. There is
something for everyone in the
range from the refreshingly
simple ‘Babette’ to the
‘Diamante’ tunic for those of
you who like a bit of bling.
The ‘Suzette’ tunic will appeal
to therapists who prefer a more
sophisticated look and is
available in the new Oliveen
shade as well as black, while
two new shades of Aqua and
Coral have been incorporated
in the simple but stylish
‘Raquel’.
Also, look out for ‘Nadia’ a
pinstripe tunic with the
addition of a single crystal
button that really makes it
stand out from the crowd,
especially when combined with
a pair of ‘Talia’ turn up crops.
• La Beeby t:0114 251 3511
Be Cool!
Qtica Smart Spa has introduced
‘Cool’, a brand new collection
of six high performance aromatherapy pedicure products.
Loaded
with
vitamins,
nutrients and essential oils, the
range will transform a regular
pedicure into a luxurious spa
quality treatment.
All of the products are
available individually or as part
of a Cool Pedicure Power Pack,
which contains the entire
system in one starter kit. And,
as with all Qtica Smart Spa
products, the Cool range
features
clean
dissolve
formulas that will not clog or
harm spa jets.
The display features an array of
pastel and sheer SpaRitual nail
lacquers, plus two facings of
French tips and an ultra-white
lacquer with a special precision
brush for flawless French
manicures.
requirements. The company
pride themselves on offering
superb salon support covering
competitive salon pricing,
brand
literature,
sample
giveaways and the list goes on.
New
therapy
wear
launched
• Supernail & Beauty Ltd
t: 020 8752 1924
Gel-y babies
• Spa Ritual t: 0808 202 0855
Makeover magic
LCN have given their products a
makeover. The result is a distinctive,
exclusive range of packaging with a
modern, clean design.
The new packaging is more elegant and
feminine and features a soft shade of
blue to denote hand and nail care
products. A new range of high quality
acrylic displays have also been
introduced to add to the contemporary
feel of the redesign.
In particular, two new, modern displays
have been created to introduce the new
packaging and design concept to hand
and nail care specialists who like to
stay ahead of the field and set the trend.
• LCN t: 01273 837 301
Jaded
Salonserve
have
introduced a new range
of jade look stones to
their existing Sina nail
art collection.
Each
set
comes
complete with six of
each of the different
shaped stones.
Accompanying
the
stones in the wheel are
48 of the silver and
gold
rhinestones.
These complement
the unusual jade look
stones to assist in
creating stunning designs on the nail.
For the ultimate ‘quick fix’ for
shabby nails with long lasting
results, the Calgel ‘everlasting
Gel’ Manicure or Pedicure is
ideal for busy clients as it only
takes 45 minutes to complete.
The system uses a Calgel
overlay that will not chip, wear
off, smudge, peel or flake and
more importantly will not
cause damage to the natural
nail. Nail preparation is vital to
ensure the perfect lasting
pedicure or manicure, after
nails are prepared; the Calgel
overlay is applied to the nail
plate, once this is done the gel
is activated under a UVA lamp.
The Calgel Manicure or
Pedicure is available in over 50
different colour gels with a
choice of clear, french or colour
application.
• Salonserve t: 0800 0181 171
• Calgel t: 0845 2301087
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Oh so soft
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The Cuticle Pen from Essie is a
natural, Hypo-Allergenic Cuticle
Softener, which relieves and
prevents dry cuticles and hang nails
while healing and soothing with
moisturising natural emollients.
The distinctive pen delivery system
allows cuticles to be moisturised
effectively and cleanly while
making it convenient for use on the
go. The formula in the cuticle pen
not only leaves cuticles silky
smooth and ready to be pushed back
but also results in strong, healthy
nails.
Passionate Purple, Glistening Gold, Basic Black,
Glistening Sea, Opal Shimmer, Chocolate Brown
and Leaf Green, among others. It also includes
two mixing jars, 30ct Platinum nail forms, and
4fl oz of Attraction Liquid with instructions.
The range includes Fuchsia Pink, Glistening
Mango, Raspberry Red, Glistening Rose,
• NSI UK t: 0500 131 009
Say Aloe
Vera to
healthy
cuticles
Take your nails to
the edge
Nail Fresh is a new cleanser
and dehydrator, from The Edge
Nail and Beauty Ltd, which
helps to eliminate lifting,
remove pathogens and bacteria
and prolong the life of nail
polish when used on natural
nails.
United Beauty Products, home
of Star Nails®, have launched
the ‘Aloe-Vera Cuticle Fix
Pen.’
The conditioning cuticle oil
contains Aloe Vera extract to
promote healthy nail growth
whilst hydrating and protecting
dry, damaged cuticles. The
brush allows users to apply the
oil directory onto the cuticle
and the twist-pen feature gives
complete control over the
amount of oil used.
It comes in an easy to use spray
bottle
and
thoroughly
dehydrates the nail plate by
removing all traces of oil.
• The Edge Nail and Beauty
Ltd t: 01256 840840
• United Beauty Products
t:01536 463 350
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The digital age
The Digi Nail Art Machine
prints five fingers at a time
and even does toes! There
are thousands of designs to
choose from, or you may
even create your own
designs.
So why not consider adding
a nail art printer to your
company’s computer to
draw in additional clients
with very little start-up
costs?
• Digi Nail Art
t: 0844 414 2354
Stop the smell
with a squirt!
Come rain or shine, hot and sweaty feet
is not the look your clients are after, so
make sure you stock-up with Mundo
Hand and Foot Spray, which comes in a
brilliant pocket sized (45ml) bottle.
Not only is this spray excellent for
sanitizing both hands and feet, it has
the added advantage of refreshing
tired feet too. So next time your
client slips off their shoes for that
essential beauty treatment and
you’re hit with the ‘smell’, give
them a squirt with this essential
product and transform the
aroma into wonderful fresh
mint!
• Mundo Professional
t: 0113 258 5540
A real cutie!
SpaRitual, distributed by NSI UK,
have introduced Cuti-Quench to
their existing hand and foot care
range. This cuticle and skin
conditioning crème contains
Avocado and Sesame oil to soothe
and soften hands and cuticles,
while vitamins A and E provide
nutrients to the skin and help repair
radical damage. Delicately scented
with aromatic extracts of ginger
and Fuji Apple, Cuti-Quench can
be used on hands, feet and even the
elbows to give dry rough areas a
luxurious treat.
• NSI UK t:0808 202 0855
On trial
Autumn 2007 will see the
launch of the Palms Extra
Professional Trial Kits. Using
the same high quality products,
Palms Extra has put together
Kits for all of its enhancement
systems; Acrylic, UV Acrylic,
UV Gel, Fibreglass & Silk and
their own Cool Set Gel.
The Acrylic and UV Acrylic
both contain a Clear, Blush
Pink and Superior White
Powder and either the Acrylic
Liquid or UV Acrylic Liquid.
The UV Gel Kit is also
supplied with a Clear and
Blush Pink Thick Sculpting
Gel and Total White UV Gel
together with a Gel Wipe-Off
Solution. The Fibreglass and
Rejuvacote the nail doctor,
available from The Nail
Base, heals and cures split
dry nails.
Guaranteed to work when
used correctly, this product
will make short weak nails,
long and strong in a matter
of weeks. It builds up the
layers of the nail preventing
them from splitting and
peeling.
• The Nail Base
t: 01923 233243
• Perfect Nails t: 0844 800 9396
If you’re aiming to create the ultimate customised
enhancements, then the TechNail Colour Kit from
NSI features a variety of shades to mix and match
and is sure to have a colour to fulfil your clients’
needs.
Touching Base
Silk Kit contains packs of both
Meshes as well as the Resin,
Resin Activator and a pack of
nozzles.
All of the Palms Extra Trial
Kits contain Salon Essentials to
ensure you have everything to
get you started, such as Non
Acetone, Premium Sanitiser,
Tip Glue, Mixed Tips, Files and
a brush.
So whether you are new to the
industry,
looking
for
conversion courses or want
training on a new enhancement
system, contact Palms Extra for
full details of Kit contents and
information on the Palms Extra
Training courses.
• Palms Extra t: 0800 252172
Embrace
the wicked
side
Turn up the heat with the Sinful
collection. Sinful has an
exciting range of hot neon
enamels including Rollercoaster, the ideal electric
orange to complement sunkissed skin; Too Much Fun, a
neon bright strictly for party
girls; Pout, a vibrant violet to
take your clients from beach to
bar; Extreme, a hot pink your
clients will adore; Manic, a true
electric marine blue and Desire,
an exotic pink for those who
want to get noticed.
Sinful enamels are highly
pigmented
so
guarantee
excellent coverage and are easy
to apply. The result is a high
shine, longer lasting finish
available in a huge range of
vibrant and exciting colours,
including the sizzling new neon
tones.
Sinful also offer an extensive
choice of nail care and
maintenance products to keep
your clients’ nails in tiptop
condition.
• Sinful t: 0114 2353225
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Fruit fusion
Scrub up
Proto-col’s Instant Manicure
is a spa-inspired scrub which
can easily be incorporated in
a salon manicure or used at
home for a 60-second quick
fix.
Formulated with mineral rich
Dead Sea salts and pure
essential oils, it contains
antioxidant rich Grapeseed
and Avocado Oils plus
Vitamins C and E. Other
ingredients include Walnut
Oil, and essential fatty acids
Omega 3 and 6 to help
nourish and hydrate skin,
whilst Orange Oil soothes,
brightens and restores. Skin
soothing Rosemary Oil tones
and, combined with cooling
and refreshing Peppermint
Oil, invigorates the senses.
The addition of Spearmint
Oil emphasises the other
active
ingredients,
maximising their effects.
• proto-col t: 0870 770 3861
October sees the launch of
the Nubar Skin Essentials
collection of hand lotions
from Palms Extra.
The range includes Vanilla
Passion,Island
Breeze,
Pomegranate Delight, and
Delicious
Pear.
Also
featured is Euphoria, a mix
of amber and vanilla with
musk undertones; and
Hypnotic, a sensuous blend
of botanicals and citrus.
• Palms Extra
t: 0800 252172
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Training News . . . Training News . . . Training News
Bio Sculpture host workshop
‘The Perfect Nail’ was the
subject of a recent Educator’s
workshop held by Bio
Sculpture Gel.
Guest speaker Terri Malon of
Germany’s ProfNail magazine,
also an experienced nail
technician and nail competition
judge, gave talks on nail
competition expectations and
judging standards.
Other guests included Hanna
Andressen from Bio Sculpture
Sweden and Charly from Bio
Sculpture Germany.
Phil and Jacqui Borley receive their awards
Training school wins
national award
Now approaching its tenth year in business, the Brentwood Academy of Health and Beauty has
scooped a major award in training at the annual Health and Beauty Training Show.
At the Awards the Brentwood Academy won the Beauty Category as well as being awarded the
overall “Best Training Provider”.
Jacqui and Phil Borley, the owners of The Academy, were delighted with the award and
acknowledged it was recognition of the high standard of tutors and support staff working alongside
their committed and hard working students.
• Brentwood Academy t: 01277 202040
• Bio Sculpture
t: 0845 331 2347
Terri Malon (right) with Hanna and Charly from Bio Sculpture
Habia announces new
training partnership
Habia and Vocational Training
Charitable Trust (VTCT) have
formed a partnership that will lead
to an increase in the investment
available for developing new
qualifications and guidance.
The partnership will see Habia and VTCT
working to ensure that income raised from
industry is reinvested to create training
guidance for educators and businesses, and
develop vocational qualifications that directly
address skills needs. Some income is also
likely to be set aside for charitable
contributions to people working in hair,
beauty, nails and spa in the form of
sponsorships or bursaries.
Internationally, Habia and VTCT will support
the uptake of each other’s qualifications,
whilst VTCT qualifications will be included in
future negotiations on international reciprocity
in order to create a recognised worldwide
standard.
• Habia t: 0845 2306 080 w: www.habia.org
• VTCT: w: www.vtct.org.uk
NSI educate the Educators
Nail Systems International
recently held an intensive
training
seminar
for
international distributors and
educators in Brugge, Belgium,
covering education, sales and
marketing.
Over 80 individuals from 20
different
countries
came
together to promote the
ongoing success of nail
professionals, and training
included
new
product
introductions, future products
and demonstrations as well as
the importance of continued
education, communication to
technicians through advertising
and promotions and tradeshow
tips.
NSI educators and distributors at the global conference
Educators had the chance to
participate in a nail competition
on the final day, with the
opportunity to escalate to three
levels
Educational
Consultant,
Educational
Specialist and Educational
Expert.
• Nail Systems International
t: 0808 202 0855

Autumn 2007 - BeautyServe.com

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