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OPI Moisture Mission Hand & Foot Cream from £9 + VAT/RRP £21.75 uk.wella.professionalstore.com
An ideal addition to a manicure or pedicure service, OPI’s Moisture Mission Hand & Foot Cream is one of eight products in the brand’s Nature Strong Nails & Skin line. Fragranced with MoodBloom Scent Technology™ to help uplift a mood and induce positivity, this moisture-rich cream has a 97% natural origin formula and features shea butter to hydrate. It’s available in a 100ml retail-friendly size and 250ml salon size (£19 + VAT).
HONA TrueBuild in Milkshake £18.50 + VAT www.homeofnailart.com
Developed as part of HONA’s hypoallergenic gel system, TrueBuild is a high viscosity builder gel with a formula designed for strength and speed. Available in 15 natural-looking shades, TrueBuild is made in Wales at HONA HQ and free from HEMA, Di-HEMA, TPO, HPMA and IBOA. No base coat is required and the viscosity supports apex control and the building of strong nail structures.
Andreia Professional Meowgic Cat Eye Effect Gel Polish Collection £5.99 + VAT each www.andreiaprofessional.com /www.salon-services.com
Create nail styles that mesmerise with the feline-inspired shades in Andreia Professional’s Meowgic collection. The magnetic gel polishes fuse glitter, shimmer and sophistication to deliver unique finishes when used with the Meowgic Magnetic Stick 3-in-1 (£4.24 + VAT). This powerful tool allows you to create three stunning effects when passed over each gel polish prior to curing: a blooming flower pattern; sleek, defined stripes and ‘Wide Cat’ – a signature cat eye look.
Glitterbels Nail Varnish £9.30 inc VAT www.glitterbels.com
Are you keen to freshen up your lacquer collection? Glitterbels has added 10 nail varnish shades to its product portfolio: some of which are colour matched to popular Glitterbels Hema Free Gel Polish hues. The rich, high-impact shades include classic red Marilyn Rouge, nude Lingerie and black Onyx. The plant-based formula lasts up to 10 days when used with the Glitterbels Nail Varnish Basecoat and Topcoat (£10 inc VAT each).
Gelish Cream Gel Magnetic Cat Eye Gel Polish Palettes £19.99 + VAT each www.gelishmorgantaylor.co.uk
Join the cat eye craze with a choice of two handy palettes from Gelish, each featuring six shades of solid Cream Gel. The hues in the Mesmerizing Magnetics and Magnetic Madness palettes have a slightly thinner viscosity than standard Gelish Cream Gel, which allows the magnet particles to pull to the surface quickly, offering dazzling results. A magnet is built into the brush, which is included with each palette.
HD Pro Nails Design It! Colour Gel Autumn/Winter 2025 Edit £12.49 + VAT each www.hazeldixonnails.com
Use these HEMA and Di-HEMA-free file-off gels over artificial nails for a highly pigmented finish, or to create stunning nail artistry. Ideal for one stroke pros, Design It! gels can also be used with the HD Pro Nails Build It! Pro system to craft beautiful inlayed designs. The eight shades in the Autumn/Winter 2025 Edit have been curated to capture the rich tones and cosy vibes of the ‘ seasons. Standout hues include Techno Tulip, a dazzling pink and purple glitter, and Starlit Sapphire, a striking blue jewel tone.
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Light Elegance LE Kitties P+ Cat Eye Gel Polish Collection £77.95 + VAT www.lightelegance.co.uk
Unleash your creativity with LE Kitties: six dazzling cat eye hues in the P+ Gel Polish formula that combine magnetic effects and vibrant colour shifts. Available for £14.95 + VAT each, choose from Aurora Kitty, which features fiery ambers and fuchsia pinks; Cosmic Kitty, a combination of purple, pink, green and gold; Golden Kitty, a mix of yellow and bronze gold; Ice Kitty, a silver-grey; Mermaid Kitty, which features splashes of blue, pink, aqua and purple, and Stormy Kitty, a soft taupe that shifts to lilac. Use a magnet to manipulate each gel polish to create stunning finishes.
The GelBottle Inc HypoFix™ Nailcare System £32.90 + VAT www.thegelbottle.com
Formulated to support growth and add strength to natural nails, HypoFix™ is a two-step system that’s an ideal addition to prep and aftercare routines. Use the HypoFix™ Primer (£17.95 + VAT) on the natural nail to provide a balanced foundation for a nail service, and continue with your client’s mani or pedi. On completion, use the fast-absorbing, non-greasy HypoFix™ Repair Serum to hydrate, restore and protect the nail and cuticle area. The HypoFix™ Repair Serum is available in a 7ml bottle (£7.95 + VAT) and and 20ml size (£14.95 + VAT) and is an ideal retail item. on
Nail Order Bubble Bath Nail Foam £15 + VAT www.nailorder.co.uk
This dual-purpose product cleanses skin and nails, and allows for the creation of nail designs with a bubbly, textured finish. To cleanse, apply a small pump of Bubble Bath Nail Foam to a lint-free wipe and apply over the nails and surrounding skin following a nail service. The hydrating foam ensures grease-free nailfies prior to cuticle oil application. To create a textured nail finish, squirt a small amount of the foam onto a spatula and apply gently over uncured top coat, then cure.
The Manicure Company Death By Chocolate Gel Polish Collection £7.55 + VAT each www.themanicurecompany.com
Indulge clients with six delectable gel polish shades this season, inspired by chocolate. Choose from the rich, dark hues of 70% and Brownie Batter, or pick from the red-toned shades of Ganache, Bitter Sweet and Fondant. Completing the lineup is the sparkly gold and amber Praline Crunch. The formula offers around 14 days’ wear when used with a gel polish base coat and top coat from The Manicure Company’s portfolio.