THE HOT List

Scratch scours the industry for the latest nail & beauty products to captivate clients & lend a helping hand to your services

The GelBottle Inc Penthouse Gel Polish Collection £133.33 + VAT www.thegelbottle.com

The Penthouse Collection is inspired by a decadent lifestyle, with the names of each jewel-toned shade capturing the essence of the high life. Choose from the likes of Room Service: a vibrant teal that’s one of five cat eye hues in the range, and Do Not Disturb: a rich oxblood red – one of four opaque finishes. Completing the 10-piece lineup is signature shade, Penthouse – a deep purple with a glassy, semi-opaque finish. TPO-free, the formula is non-shrink and self-levelling.

Moyra Stamping Plate – 148 October £10.90 inc VAT www.moyra.uk

Create seasonal nail art designs with ease and at speed using this handy stamping plate from Moyra. The large plate is packed with single icons, quotes and patterns – from Halloween pumpkins to umbrellas, acorns and leaves. Use with the Moyra stamping polishes and full system for high-definition finishes.

CACI Prep & Glow Pro (including 12

Oxygenating Pods) £POA www.cacibeauty.com Elevate nail services with the portable CACI Prep & Glow Pro: a deep cleansing device that, when used with Prep & Glow Oxygenating Pods, delivers oxygen and active ingredients deep into the skin. The result? Cleansed, soft and hydrated skin with a bright, smooth finish. USB chargeable, the device has integrated red and blue LED light therapy to calm sensitivity, enhance collagen support and help clarify skin.

Halo Gel Polish The Autumn Diaries Collection £6.95 + VAT each www.purenails.co.uk

The six captivating shades in this gel polish collection tell the story of an autumn evening, moving through muted mauves, smoky neutrals, warm terracotta and deep plum. The shades are available in Halo’s new Super Rich formula, offering high pigmentation and intense colour payoff. Standout hues include Chapter – a dusty rose with warm undertones and Cinnamon Swirl – a dark aubergine brown infused with burgundy.

OPI Dual Sided Foot File with Disposable Grit Strips £13.60 + VAT uk.wella.professionalstore.com

This dual-sided, disinfectable foot file is available with single-use disposable grit strips for optimum hygiene. Ideal for both wet and dry pedicure services, treat feet with OPI’s Nature Strong Soft and Gone Callus Softener, then use the Coarse (80-grit) side followed by Medium (120-grit) side. For best results, follow with the OPI Nature Strong Smooth It Out Hand and Foot Scrub.

Glitterbels Cowgirl Club Hema Free Gel Polish Collection £53.94 inc VAT www.glitterbels.com

Hold your horses! Glitterbels’ Wild West-inspired autumn colour collection lands on 12 October, and presents six shimmering gel polish shades with satin cat eye finishes. Available individually for £8.99 inc VAT, the likes of Saddle Up, Spur Of The Moment and Cactus Cutie are HEMA-free and offer maximum impact in two coats.

Fyle – The Kit £42.90 inc VAT www.fyle.io

Fyle is a nail, cuticle and handcare brand that combines ‘considered product design, plant-based formulations and professional nail expertise’ to champion a gentle approach to nailcare. Its hero product, The Kit, includes The Core: a durable, ergonomic handle; gentle Filing Strips made using coastal quartz sand; ultra-fine Buff Pads; a precision Cuticle Pusher and a fragrance-free Cuticle Sealing Balm – formulated with coconut, olive and sunflower oils to hydrate.

Light Elegance P+ Gel Polish Cat Eye Illusion Collection £77.95 + VAT www.lightelegance.co.uk

This stunning six-piece collection is inspired by ‘the hypnotic interplay of shadow, movement and light’. Formulated with ultra-fine magnetic pigments suspended in a gel base, the hues catch light from all angles and deliver high-gloss finishes. Choose from Mirage, a rose-gold pink; Delirium, a deep royal blue; Vertigo, a dramatic forest green; Lucid, a multi-dimensional lavender-grey; Paradox, a warm bronze-copper, and Daydream, a tropical aquamarine. Shades are £14.95 + VAT each.

HARA Professional Autumn/Winter 2026 Gel Polish Collection £30 + VAT www.haraprofessional.com

Six rich, velvet cat eye shades make up this seasonal gel polish collection – and each 10ml bottle is available for £7.40 + VAT. Choose from Truffle, a warm brown; Mulberry, a plum-toned brown; Amber, an amber-infused brown; Spice, a berry burgundy; Ember, a copper brown, and Storm, a gunmetal grey. For best results, use with the HARA Professional Ultra Bond Primer and Base Coat, and finish with a choice of HARA Top Coat: Standard, No Wipe, Matte or Thick.

CND Shellac ™ Colour Callback Kit £74.95 + VAT www.sweetsquared.com

Colour Callback brings back iconic CND Shellac™ shades in a celebration of nostalgia and the brand’s legacy. Available in 12.5ml bottles as a 10-piece collection and individually for £14.95 + VAT, the beloved gel polish hues include Cap & Gown, Down by the Bae, Kiss From a Rose, Leather Goods and Salmon Run.