Posts by Rebecca Hitchon
Nail tech launches scholarship to support drag community
On hearing about the difficult experiences of clients from the drag community, Melanie Garlick of Cruelty Free Clawz has launched The Cruelty Free Clawz Scholarship, offering support to three up-and-coming UK drag artists. “While television shows have been hugely important in increasing the visibility of drag, there has been a negative impact on non-televised drag…
Read MoreBournemouth nail tech creates online security course to protect nail businesses & their clients
A whopping $3.25 billion is generated by cyber crime on social media and 160,000 Facebook profiles are hacked every day. While many of us would say that we are cyber crime savvy, what precautions do you take to ensure that not only your information but also your client’s data is protected? “Many people think that…
Read MoreAdd a splash of colour to nail styles with 8 Lecenté Create inks
A new season affords the perfect opportunity to freshen up your nail kit and keep clients excited to sit at your nail desk. Maybe you’re looking to expand your nail art offering with a versatile and colourful product? You’re in luck as Lecenté has added a range of eight inks to its Create range. The…
Read MoreAre you made to be mystical? Check out Artistic Nail Design’s spring 2022 collection
Artistic Nail Design has revealed its spring 2022 nail colour collection, Made To Be Mystical. With shades ranging from mint green and coral crèmes to a dazzling white glitter that is perfect for wedding season, the collection features six magical and eye-catching shades that put a signature and sassy Artistic spin on trend-led spring hues.…
Read MoreSprinkle your nail designs with magic using Nailchemy’s Ultimate Glitter Collection
Glitter is a timeless addition to a nail design whatever the season, so make sure you’re prepared for all requests with Nailchemy‘s Ultimate Glitter Collection. Featuring every one of the brand’s 5g glitters, the 46 colours range from holographic hues to multi-size mixes – and included in the collection is a free glitter tray for…
Read MoreLondon Business Hub announces support for small & medium beauty businesses
The London Business Hub, a platform full of free business information and advice, has announced the launch of a service to help London businesses, including in the beauty sector, find trusted expert advice and free support tailored to their needs. Launching in the boroughs of Wandsworth, Southwark and Lambeth and supported by the mayor of…
Read MoreM+ platform launches to change the narrative around menopause in the salon
Specialist in oncology therapies, skincare and wellbeing for cancer patients, Jennifer Young, has launched the M+ (The Menopause Plus) platform. Best known for her cancer training for beauty pros and Beauty Despite Cancer skincare line, Jennifer’s M+ forum is designed to make the narrative around menopause more positive. The website is packed with research and…
Read MoreTariffs to be dropped on imports of US manufactured nail products
From June 1 2022, the United States will end tariffs on American manufactured manicure and pedicure products to the UK. At present, the tariff imposed is 25%, which has had a significant impact on the sales and profitability of UK beauty businesses who import and also resell American manufactured nail products. The rollback of the…
Read MoreHarry Styles’ Pleasing brand unveils ‘Shroom Bloom’ nail polish set
After the debut of his beauty line, Pleasing, in November, which saw a 3,329% increase in searches for ‘easy male nail art’, Harry Styles is making headlines in the beauty world once again. The pop star/actor has added a second collection to Pleasing’s product portfolio, titled ‘Shroom Bloom’. Marking a move way from the brand’s…
Read MoreMeet the designer empowering women in tech through nail art
Stemming from a long-standing interest in how female-oriented technical fields are not respected in the same way as their male counterparts, US technology designer, Joselyn McDonald, started using nail art to explore how the traditionally feminine nail profession can be used for technological advancement. Her high-tech nail designs can pay for the bus, store files…
Read MoreCheck out the full body device lighting up beauty salons nationwide
Offering a bundle of benefits in just one treatment, the Body Boost Bed from Beam Supreme Ltd. is a full body device utilising photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy, a non-thermic light therapy that is making waves in the beauty sphere. EU medically certified and with thousands of studies and hundreds of trials evidencing the benefits of PBM,…
Read MoreNeed help to run your beauty business smoothly? Get your own digital assistant with Pocket PA
When Caroline Syson’s daughter, Megan, decided to become a freelance lash technician but had no business or financial management experience, Caroline knew she had to find an app to help her. After struggling to find any that combined day-to-day admin and practical work in a single, easy-to-use tool, Caroline took it upon herself to create…
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week day 4 & 5: Nails to note
London Fashion Week concluded its showcase of autumn/winter styling yesterday, with an array of not only spectacular fashion choices but also nail looks. Here, Scratch takes a look at the nail styles not to miss from the last two days of Fashion Week. For the Emilia Wickstead showcase, it was app for at-home beauty treatments,…
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Backstage with the nail team for Edward Crutchley
Outside of the Bargehouse, a four storey industrial warehouse space next to the Thames, Storm Eunice is battering London. With a red weather warning and everyone advised to stay inside, the streets are empty, helping to provide an eery but fitting atmosphere for British designer, Edward Crutchley‘s autumn/winter 2022 show taking place on London Fashion…
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week day 1-3: Nails to note
Despite England being hit by two storms and severe disruptions since Friday, one place that has remained as dynamic as ever is the capital, celebrating bold and escapist style and nail looks with London Fashion Week. Here, Scratch takes a look at the nail styles not to miss from the first three days of Fashion…
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