Archive for 2017
YOURS REVEALS new collection with Sascha Gossen
Sweet Squared has revealed the latest stamping set from Yours Cosmetics in collaboration with CND™ education ambassador, Sascha Gossen. The set consists of four stamping plates and each of these feature a variety of designs to embody Sascha’s personality traits: stylish, elegant and a little cheeky! For best results, techs are advised to work with…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Lauren Holmes, Nailed It Beauty
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Lauren Holmes, owner of Nailed It Beauty, has been getting in the swing of spring with plenty of floral nail requests. “Everyone has been asking for floral nails!” Lauren laughs, “Unlike some nail art trends, flowers have no age limit! Even for people who…
Read MoreTECH TALK: Lisa Smith
Lisa Smith reveals why she works from home and in mobile environments, as well as why she’s enlisted the help of a local photographer… When and why did you choose to become a nail tech? A few years ago I was going to a friend’s wedding and I had my nails done to co-ordinate with…
Read MoreBCI OFFERS 10% off microblading course for beginners
Beauty Concepts International is offering Scratch readers an exclusive 10% off its LCN Microblading Beginners course. Held in various locations across the UK, the course involves a period of pre-study, three-and-a-half days in the classroom and six weeks of case study practice. While in the classroom, students are taught the following: Anatomy and physiology including…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Karen Heron
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Karen Heron celebrated her birthday with a stylish nail look to match her Swarovski watch. “The watch was a gift from my husband,” Karen smiles. “I thought these nails would look nice with it! Using Gelish shades I Or-chid You Not, Magic Within with Magpie glitter,…
Read MoreMOYOU LONDON takes you to Mexico
Meet Maria and MoYou-London’s Mexico stamping plate collection! Consisting of eight new plates, the collection is a swirl of Aztec-inspired patterns, Day of the Dead skulls, fiery fiesta flowers and tile designs. Perfect for the summer, the plates boasts striking designs that add art to your client’s manicure in a scrape and stamp. Available in…
Read MorePERFECT DIP by Artistic Nail Design launches for long-wear colour
Artistic Nail Design has unveiled Perfect Dip, a powder dip system to enable speedy, long-lasting enhancements in a range of vivid shades. “Dip systems like this have been around for a long time, however technology has advanced,” explains Jacqui O’Sullivan, head of education at Louella Belle, UK distributor of the system. “Artistic recognises that, now…
Read MoreCIDESCO NAMES new membership category
CIDESCO, the world’s major international beauty therapy association, has unveiled a new level of membership. The CIDESCO Associates Membership is open to brands and suppliers to the professional beauty, spa, aesthetics and wellness industries and individual professionals within these sectors. Up until now it has only been possible to become a CIDESCO member if you…
Read MoreKEEP COOL with Simon Jersey
Refresh your work uniform in time for the warmer season with Simon Jersey’s range of linen blend tunics. The range, which launched in February, has proven popular among customers, with the brand revealing that it has received many positive comments from beauty therapists. The linen-blend fabric has a lightweight feel to keep its wearers cool…
Read MoreJUMBO SHELLAC shades available this weekend only
Stock up this bank holiday weekend with jumbo sized CND™ Shellac™ shades! For the the May Bank Holiday, Sweet Squared has unveiled the limited edition Jumbo Shellac. More than double the size of a normal Shellac™ shade, these 15ml bottles are perfect for stocking up on your favourite shades in the run up to the summer season – all…
Read MoreJESSICA LAUNCHES wedding themed nail colour collection
Save the date! 2 May sees the launch of a decadent six-piece bridal collection from Jessica nails. Featuring four pearlescent and two glitter shades, the hues in the Glowing with Love collection show off something to suit every bride – whatever their style. The shades tell a story through their names, beginning with The…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: OPI GelColor Artist Series
Course Details: Up your nail art game with OPI’s GelColor Artist Series Design Gels and its corresponding training day. Learn how to use the brand’s gel colours, allowing you to unleash your inner artist with the pigment-rich, high-intensity gels that can create striking designs. A model is not required and a kit will be supplied. Duration: 1 day (10am –…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Sparkle Beauty, Skelmersdale
Originally dissuaded from a career in nails and beauty in favour of a more ‘professional’ career, Suzanne Edge knew her true calling could’t be ignored. Now with her new career and salon, she’s never been happier. “I’d always known I wanted to be a nail technician but my family felt I should concentrate on a…
Read MoreGo pretty pink with CRYSTAL PARADE
Add some girly glamour to your nail services with the latest launch from Crystal Parade. In a handy packet of mixed sized Swarovskis, this collection of No Hot Fix Crystals will be available in a new Cute Mood Mix – a selection of pretty pink tones. The pack of 200 sees sizes ss5 – ss10 in a variety of colours…
Read MoreHow to practice nail techniques away from clients
Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, offers advice on finding time and tools to practice your techniques… A sentence I hear more than often, especially from those fresh in the industry or learning is ‘I can’t find anyone to practice on’. There is no better way to practice than on a…
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