Color of the Year 2024

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Color of the Year 2024

A compassionate soft peach shade, PANTONE’s Peach Fuzz Pantone Color of the Year will be the go-to shade for nails this summer

Article by Alex Fox | Published in 2024

Pantone, renowned as the global authority on color and a provider of professional standards and digital solutions for the design community, unveils PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz as the Color of the Year for 2024. This velvety and gentle peach embodies an all-encompassing spirit that enriches the mind, body, and soul.

In a time marked by turmoil in various aspects of our lives, the yearning for nurturing, empathy, and compassion intensifies, accompanied by visions of a more peaceful future. Peach Fuzz, with its warm and cozy undertones, symbolizes our collective desire for togetherness and the sense of sanctuary it brings forth, offering a fresh perspective on newfound softness.

Subtly sensual, PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz is a heartfelt peach hue that evokes tenderness, conveying a message of caring, sharing, and fostering community and collaboration. “A cozy peach hue softly nestled between pink and orange, Peach Fuzz brings belonging, inspires recalibration, and an opportunity for nurturing, conjuring up an air of calm, offering us a space to be, feel, and heal and to flourish from whether spending time with others or taking the time to enjoy a moment by ourselves,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director, Pantone Color Institute. “Drawing comfort from PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz, we can find peace from within, impacting our wellbeing. An idea as much as a feeling, PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz awakens our senses to the comforting presence of tactility and cocooned warmth.”

Cuticle oil receives too spot on Today Show

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Cuticle oil receives a spot on Today Show

CUCCIO Cuticle Oil Makes The Today Show’s Top Selling Beauty Product In 2023

Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2024

YUMMY is the first word that came to mind when GlossaryLive.com reviewed Cuccio Naturale Manicure Cuticle Revitalizing Oil at cuccio.com. It feels like silk – and smells just as heavenly. Designed to nourish and moisturize cuticles and nails, this novel product is the perfect pairing of quality oils and delicate scents, reminiscent of fine perfume. I must admit, it felt so good I rubbed it into my fingers and hands as well! No wonder it has over 121,000 reviews on Amazon and made 2023 The Today Show’s Top Selling Beauty product for nailcare.

“The best-selling cuticle oil on Amazon, this nourishing product stands out for it’s amazing light and sweet fragrance. Plus, the blend of vitamins and oils moisturizes skin.”

Dori P., NY based freelance writer, editor and wellness expert at goodhousekeeping.com

The oils are a blend of cold-pressed safflower oil, winterized sunflower oil and Vitamin E for a long-lasting hydration, and essential nutrients to individualize each scent. Mango & Bergamot, Milk & Honey, White Limetta & Aloe Vera, Lavender & Chamomile, Sweet Almond, Vanilla and Sugar. I must confess I find Lavender & Chamomile intoxicating, and my hands and nails feel incredible. Great product CUCCIO! GlossaryLive.com gives Cuccio Naturale Manicure Cuticle Revitalizing Oil two thumbs up!!

Mr. Anthony Cuccio, Founder, President, CEO of Star Nail International based in Valencia, California is a true visionary and trendsetter in the beauty industry. He literally built his business out of a suitcase of cosmetics in 1981 on Venice Beach, California. The business has grown into a multi-million-dollar global corporation and in 1986, Star Nail achieved the ultimate recognition, making INC. 500 and Tony making it “Entrepreneur of the Year”.

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Nailympia London

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Nailympia London: Latest News

In an unforeseen development, Nailympia London introduces a new competition six weeks after the event has taken place

Article by Alex Fox | Published in 2023

In an unprecedented move, the team at Nailympia took a series of requests to appeal scores from the latest Nailympia London, to a whole new level. “After noting that the Invent a Nail Shape competition was proving challenging for judges and creating confusion for competitors, it was necessary to relook at this competition and revitalise it,” reveals Alex Fox, global director of Nailympia Competitions. “It was clear that very few entries right across the globe have been actual shape and structure nail inventions since introducing this competition, however we have seen stunning nails crafted for this category, therefore it’s been hard to judge and has afforded concerns that if competitors were not fitting the brief, then should these entries be disqualified?

“I’m not one to disqualify unless it’s deemed absolutely necessary, therefore we needed to find a solution that works now and moving into the future.”

Opting for a solution-oriented approach, the team, inspired by head judge Marian Newman’s insight, decided to listen to industry feedback. Marian Newman observed that competitors were pushing for an industry shift, seeking a competition that allowed complete creative autonomy over shape and design after establishing the stiletto structure. The competitors wanted to create a stiletto nail and from there let their creative juices go wild and bring a new-fashioned nail to life. From this premise it was decided to take all the entries that had been submitted, scored and awarded for Invent A Nail Shape, at Nailympia London 2023, and move them into a new competition. The criteria was reformed, the initial 4 judges from the original competition were invited to re-score the entries and a fifth judge was added, giving the competition 13 different criteria. Now, six weeks after the event, Nailympia London 2023 presents To Stiletto & Beyond, which affords three winners across three divisions who will receive a certificate by email and a medal in the post. Additionally, score sheets for this new category will be sent to all participants, providing a comprehensive and fair evaluation of their creative endeavours. To Stiletto & Beyond will replace Invent A Nail Shape at Nailympia London.

AND THE WINNERS ARE:

To Stiletto & Beyond

Division 1

1st – Nozi Brandel - Israel

2nd – Mei Kwan Leung - Australia

3rd – Tatiana Solovyeva – Russian Federation

Division 2

1st – Mariana Costirco - UK

2nd – Natalia Cibizova - Italy

3rd – Lyubov Tudakova – Russian Federation

Division 3

1st – Mino Vo - UK

2nd – Tatyana Texter – Germany

3rd – Charisse Cassie - UK

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Biodegradable Nail Tips

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Biodegradable Nail Tips

UK Nail Enthusiast launches Biodegradable & Compostable Nail Tips into the Nail Industry

Article by Alex Fox | Published in 2023

Claws by Tiger Taylor is the world’s first biodegradable and sustainable answer to the global artificial/ plastic press-on nail industry. Born out of lockdown nail enthusiast, Tiger Taylor, realised the need for an eco-friendly and easy-to-use alternative to acrylic plastic nails. A mission-driven beauty business looking to change the way people think about nails, Claws, by Tiger Taylor, nail products aim to change the perception of ‘fake’ and acrylic nails by providing a product that is both fashion considered and sustainable.

This elevated nail kit is the world’s first recyclable, biodegradable, compostable and sustainable way to enjoy nail transformation. Both the nails and case are made from biodegradable plastic. The case is both durable and reusable, but when composted in the right conditions, it’s eventually biodegradable. The Claws nails are made from oxybiodegradable plastic, also known as OBP, which contains an antioxidant and pro-oxidant additive that acts as an accelerator in the degradation process. The material is totally biodegradable and can be safely consumed by microorganisms in the soil, thus being transformed into carbon, water and humus. So, instead of the 400 years it takes for regular plastic nail tips to dissolve, the degradation process of this product is approximately 2-3years, in the right conditions. By purchasing a set of Claws by Tiger Taylor, you are helping to change the market by using this innovative and sustainable solution to nail beauty. For nail professionals, at last there is an alternative for press-on nails, for color pops, for editorial and session shoots and the masses of nail tips used at fashion weeks.

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Global News from Glitterbels

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Global News from Glitterbels

UK nail brand launches into the USA

Charli Jepson, head of education will conduct the Glitterbels launch into the USA on 20 November 2023 from the new Glitterbels premises in Atlanta, Georgia.

Article by Alex Fox | Published in 2023

The magical world of Annabel Maginnis, owner and creator of Nails by Annabel, now known as the UK-based Glitterbels nail brand, is to offically launch into the USA market on Monday 20th November 2023 from its new US HQ in Atlanta, Georgia. From its new premises in Atlanta, its head of education, award-winning nail professional, Charli Jepson, alongside a series of nail industry guests and influencers, will be offering discounts and giveaways to US nail artists via live feeds from its instagram account throughout the launch day. Having evolved and grown from Annabel’s mom’s kitchen table into a huge fairy-tale salon in Newcastle-Under-Lyme which houses its own state-of-the-art training academy, shop and full-size unicorn, this nail brand has grown beyond expectations into the nail giant we see today. Creating nail art masterpieces and running nail art masterclasses, Annabel wanted to create her own unique brand and led the way in nail technology to build up the Glitterbels brand in the UK. Now a worldwide professional salon, academy and nail brand, Glitterbels offers its unique brand of hema-free gel polishes, builder gels, acrylics, UV/LED gels and cutting-edge accessories all packaged up in pink. ‘Product innovation, trend-led colors and creating beauty must-haves’ is its driving force. With color its passion – from the catwalk to street-style, nature and lifestyle, Glitterbels inspires positivity and shares this love of nails with its customers. Find out more at glitterbels.com and keep an eye on its IG for more updated on its launch into the USA. @glitterbels @nails_by_annabel_m

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Nailympia San Antonio 2023

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Nailympia San Antonio 2023

The results are in: Winners unveiled

Overall Top Scorer - Katie Nguyen (787 points) with Elizabeth maskell of CND

Article by Alex Fox | Published in 2023

Nailympia San Antonio was the third Nailympia to be hosted on US soil in 2023. Attracting top class nail artists to battle for medals and points towards the Nailympia Premiere Cup, this event preceded, by just one week, the fourth US Nailympia location, Columbus, Ohio (8-9 October). The thrill of this new cup saw superb skills displayed on the arena as adrenalin kept spirist high and concentration swept over the floor.

Head judge, Alisha Rimando, founder of GlossaryLive.com, was impressed to evaluate such strong skills from the floor, alongside fellow judges Beth Livesay, Jesse Bruner, Gari-Dawn Tingler, Kalista Sims and Koko Kashiwagi. San Antonio saw contestants from across the USA, Germany, Ireland and Ethiopia, which was represented for the first time, who all showcased their nail skills and mastery to hungry spectators. Stepping in to host the event at the Premiere San Antonio beauty expo nail artist Hemi Park relays, “This Nailympia was a blast! This brand new major beauty event, hosted in San Antonio, Texas, delivered 11 categories over two days with 13 competitors from four countries taking 46 seats.
“Seeing such a diverse group of competitors from well-seasoned veterans to novices embracing the arena with such passion and drive to achieve goals was awe-inspiring.

Headline sponsor for the event was nail brand CND, which presented the Top Scorer trophy and prizes.”

Acrylic Tip & Overlay - Division 2
3rd - Provy McClellen - USA

Acrylic Tip & Overlay - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Liquid & Powder Sculpture - Division 2
3rd - Provy McClellen - USA

Liquid & Powder Sculpture - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland
3rd - Katie Nguyen - USA

Perfect Match - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

The Joy Of Nails - Division 1
1st - Mari Le - USA

The Joy Of Nails - Division 2
1st - Provy McClellen - USA
2nd - Ana Vega - USA
3rd - Syreeta Aaron - USA

The Joy Of Nails - Division 3
1st - Katie Nguyen - USA
2nd - Olena Oezman - Germany
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Reality Nails - Division 2
1st - Syreeta Aaron - USA
2nd - Provy McClellen - USA
3rd - Ana Vega - USA

Reality Nails - Division 3
1st - Anastasia Totty - USA
2nd - Olena Oezman - Germany
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Invent a Nail Shape - Division 2
1st - Provy McClellen - USA
2nd - Anna Sosina - USA
3rd - Ana Vega - USA

Invent a Nail Shape - Division 3
1st - Anastasia Totty - USA
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Runway Nails - Division 2
1st - Syreeta Aaron - USA
2nd - Ana Vega - USA
3rd - Anna Sosina - USA

Runway Nails - Division 3
1st - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Anastasia Totty - USA

Flat Nail Art - Division 2
1st - Provy McClellen - USA
2nd - Thao Pham - USA
3rd - Tammy Mazzaferro - USA

Flat Nail Art - Division 3
1st - Anastasia Totty - USA
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Extreme Nails Styling Poster - Division 2
1st - Ana Vega - USA

Extreme Nails Styling Poster - Division 3
1st - Anastasia Totty - USA
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA

Stiletto Nails - Division 2
2nd - Ana Vega - USA
3rd - Provy McClellen - USA

Stiletto Nails - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Salon Nails - Division 2
2nd - Alexandra Podgorny - USA
3rd - Provy McClellen - USA

Salon Nails - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - USA

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Manipro Love From Japan

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Manipro Love From Japan

Kupa dazzles in Tokyo and Nagoya as Japanese nail techs share their love for the brand's new innovations.

1. Ms. Keiko Miyajima, Mr. Masahiro Matsuura & Hiro Matsugi at NailX, Japan.

Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2023

Kupa Inc. owner, Richard Hurter solidified his brand in the Japanese market on his most recent trip to Tokyo, Japan with COO Jonathan Ozeretny. The two received raving reviews as they launched the Manipro Glo Duet Lamp at Beauty World Japan. “The Japanese technicians loved the lamp and its dual function,” raves Jonathan. “They were amazed that a small compact lamp could produce such bright light and change to a curing lamp with a wave of the hand.”

Kupa has always enjoyed a stellar reputation for making superior electric files, but its latest innovation was a welcome surprise to the market. Its exclusive distributor TAT has been sharing the Kupa love across the country, introducing its quality e-file machines with first-class education and training. Hiro Matsugi, international sales rep for Kupa Inc Japan, recently introduced the Manipro Passport HANA e-file to husband-and-wife duo Masahiro Matsuura and Keiko Miyajima, owners of Nail X, award-winning nail schools and salons. Upon using, Mr. Matsuura commented on its size, highlighting, “It’s small and perfectly sized for a women’s hands.” He also comments, “The handle is easy hold, it’s lightweight and very well balanced.” Surprised by the feel, he also notes, “After trying out the machine, I saw there was very little vibration and it moved so smoothly across the nail.”

With over 35 years of nail industry experience, the Nail X duo has opened three JNA-accredited nail schools and upholds a policy to only introduce brands they believe in to their students and clients. The latest brand to join their portfolio is now Kupa. As Kupa journeys across Asia, Hiro Matsugi is excited to introduce its impeccable salon products and e-file education into this highly skilled market. Learn more about his amazing journey in an exclusive interview on Life on the Free Edge at GlossaryLive.com.

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