Archive for 2017
HIGH DEFINITION adds to make-up range with brow crème
High Definition, the brand behind the infamous HD Brows, has added three shades of brow crème to its make-up range. Each long-lasting, waterproof and smudge-proof crème can be used to create any desired brow look; from strong and defined to on-trend and textured. It applies like crème and sets like a powder and is available…
Read MoreMAYOR OPENS new Doncaster salon
The Mayor of Doncaster, Ros Jones, has officially opened a new beauty salon in Doncaster. Elizabeth H Nails & Beauty will provide clients with a wide range of beauty treatments including spray tanning, makeovers and ear piercing, as well as manicures, pedicures, gel polish and acrylic nails. The launch event, which took place last week,…
Read MoreTHE CREATIVE Beauty Group unveils new collection
Dream of jetting off to shimmering shores in far away destinations with the latest collection from Gel II. Perfect for soaking up the sun and dipping your toes in the sea, the Seaside Shimmer Collection features a rich mix of subtle hues and vivid colours that transition from spring to summer. The polish shades include: G226…
Read MoreTake the dip with new GELISH SYSTEM
The Gelish team has unveiled the latest addition to its product line up – Gelish Dip System. The new acrylic dip system will see 120 colours available, including crèmes, glitters, shimmers, metallics and five French shades. The shades also match to existing Gelish and Morgan Taylor shades in addition. The French Dip Jar included in the…
Read MoreDOUG SCHOON discusses new book
Renowned scientist and nail expert, Doug Schoon, has been speaking about the release of his latest book, Face-to-Face with Doug Schoon Vol 1. In a recent interview with Scratch, Doug revealed that volumes 1 & 2, which is due for release in March, have been printed in a Q&A format, as he answers questions from…
Read MoreOrganic beauty blooms with sales up 13%
New research from the Soil Association’s Organic Beauty and Wellbeing Market Report has revealed that the sales of certified organic and natural beauty products saw an increase. The report also noted key trends to keep an eye on, including the hot trend of beauty products containing extracts from unusual food ingredients, such as cactus and…
Read MoreNOVALASH crowns UK technician as Lash Artist of the Year
NovaLash has named UK technician, Sarah-Anne Barham, Lash Artist of the Year in the brand’s annual LASHoff competition. For the first time ever, NovaLash opened its competition to NovaLash Certified artists around the world, giving UK and Ireland-based NovaLash artists the opportunity to showcase their skills and creativity for a chance scoop one of two awards, the…
Read MoreCUCCIO UNVEILS spring 2017 nail colour collection
Created with happiness in mind, Cuccio has unveiled Positivity, its spring 2017 collection. The eight pretty shades are available in both Cuccio Colour and Cuccio Veneer, depending on the desired wear time. Shades include Another Beautiful Day – a pale duck egg blue, Everything Matters – a soft, shimmery gold, and I Am Beautiful –…
Read MoreDELIVER THE ultimate client experience with CIDESCO
CIDESCO, the world standard for beauty and spa therapy has introduced a series of special months and awareness days to encourage its members to continually educate and improve their own careers, staff and businesses. Starting with ‘Total Guest Experience’ month running throughout February and March, CIDESCO has created some tips to guide and help to…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Harvey’s Nails, Staffordshire
A real labor of love, the newly decorated Harvey’s Nails has been the result of years of hard work and perseverance from owner, Samantha Harvey. Starting out in the nail industry 12 years ago, Samantha’s career has seen many ups and downs including illness and salon relocations. Despite that, Samantha decided to be brave and…
Read MoreLFW: Faby makes a splash at Sabinna AW17
Design house, Sabinna, called on the Faby UK team to tend to the nails of its models for the brand’s AW17 showcase at London Fashion Week. Inspired by crochet keepsakes, the collection added a modern attitude with ‘Be Mine Or Go Away’ emblazoned across the faced of the models. The theme, ‘mixed feelings meet mixed…
Read MoreGET £50 worth of goodies from Scratch this weekend!
Are you heading to Professional Beauty London 26-27 February? If so, come and see the Scratch team on stand L76 and you’ll receive a bag of goodies worth over £50 if you renew your subscription or take out a new sub at the show. This is a show offer only – so come and see us…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Alicia Clough, Lunula Nails and Beauty
We want to see what designs are trending at your nail desks! Alicia Clough, of Lunula Nails and Beauty, has found requests for cosmic nails have skyrocketed. “One of my regular clients, who always likes to set me a challenge, asked for cosmic nails,” Alicia explains, “Now, it has sparked off a bit of a trend at…
Read MoreTEAM CND™ create nail look for Simone Rocha at LFW
Saturday saw Team CND™ – headed by nail expert, Marian Newman – created a beautifully diverse look for the range of models at the showcase for Simone Rocha’s ready-to-wear collection for AW17 at London Fashion Week. Held at Lancaster House, near Buckingham Palace, the show saw a collection of embroidered bright floral details, feminised utility…
Read MoreSophia Webster nail tales from London Fashion Week
After walking through an ordinary record shop in the centre of London’s Soho and into its basement area, I suddenly found myself cocooned in a magical wintry wonderland, which was the scene for accessories designer Sophia Webster’s new season showcase, I Scream for Ice Queens. Feeling both surprised and amazed by my new surroundings, I…
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