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MAGPIE BEAUTY reveals new team of educators

By Kat Hill | 17 May 2017

Magpie Beauty has revealed its new line up of educators. Along with the new team, the nail art brand will be soon offering fully accredited courses. The new educators include: Sarah Shakespeare, owner of Magpie Beauty Amy Thompson, of Fingertip Beauty Ruth Munro, of Little Blank Spaces Sophie Hudd,  Rainbow Nails…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Beverley Fox

By Kat Hill | 16 May 2017

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Beverley Fox has been reaching for brightly coloured pigments for her client requests. “I’ve been wearing the design myself which has made it popular with clients,” Beverley explains. “Bright colours have really caught their eye! “I used the Gelbottle…

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Consultants unveil beauty business analysing programme

By Kat Hill | 15 May 2017

Are you keen to give your business an edge? Beauty industry consultant, The Red Tree, has launched a 360-degree review to help beauty brands identify their key areas of weakness, gain valuable industry insight and expertise, and discover how to succeed in the challenging beauty industry. The signature RaceFit programme…

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WHAT I’M WEARING Emma Brock

By Kat Hill | 14 May 2017

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Emma Brock has been wearing this futuristic linear design. “I created this design with the CND SHELLAC shade, Peacock Plume,” Emma explains. “I then cut strips of Minx to suit and apples down the centre of the nail. I sealed…

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HIGH DEFINITION reveals future brow training dates

By Helena Biggs | 13 May 2017

High Definition has announced its brow training dates for May and June. Open to everyone, the two-day training course covers the skills needed to master the unique High Definition Brows experience. Classes are held at the brand’s state-of-the-art academies in Leeds, Milton Keynes and Glasgow, and at an exclusive pop-up…

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LEARN SUMMER DESIGNS with Brillbird

By Kat Hill | 12 May 2017

Want to try your hand at these designs and glean expert tips? Brillbird educator for South West, Neringa Alsauskiene, is inviting technicians to a Summer Party Design in Bristol. On June 11, Neringa will teach you how to create effective salon designs by using different techniques. Running 10am – 4pm, on completion of them attendees…

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COURSE BITES: Tantruth Extreme Body Contouring Course

By Kat Hill | 11 May 2017

Course Details: Learn how to contour and shade the body to define muscles, giving the appearance of a slimmer, toned and celebrity tanned look. Attendees will learn about of body sculpting, contouring and shading, and celebrity tanning techniques, as well explore the Tantruth brand and products. The course is worth 3 CPD hours and points. Duration:…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Beautifulea, Nottingham

By Kat Hill | 10 May 2017

Having been in the beauty industry for 12 years, Leanne Steel opened her home salon last year. With a name that represents both her passion for beauty and her own personality, the name ‘Beautifulea’ was the perfect play on words. “I took a risk but the first year has exceeded…

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How to perfect proper nail structure

By Katie Barnes | 9 May 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, reveals the components of proper nail structure for a perfect nail finish… While a nail enhancement featuring beautiful embellishments and nail art may look good to the eye at first glace; if the enhancement’s foundation isn’t sound then it will not have…

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An insight into Bio Sculpture’s business development workshop

By Scratch Staff | 9 May 2017

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to join Bio Sculpture and some of its nail technicians for a unique workshop on how to attract and retain clients. Claire Aggarwal, head of business development at Bio Sculpture, led the workshop and had plenty of tips to share, owing to her former role…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Jade Dickinson, at Ultimate Goddess Hair, Nails, Beauty & Training

By Kat Hill | 9 May 2017

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jade Dickinson, at Ultimate Goddess Hair, Nails, Beauty & Training, has found her clients are still asking for marbling-inspired design. “I created this look using NSI products,” explains Jade. “All shades of grey have been very popular recently with younger and…

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Win a CND SHELLAC™ Beginners Course!

By Kat Hill | 8 May 2017

Whether you’re looking to add CND SHELLAC™ to your salon menu or know a newbie desperate for a break into the industry, CND Academy Newcastle is offering one lucky winner the chance for a career change. Up for offer is a CND SHELLAC™ Beginners Course and kit at the CND…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Kayley Cairns

By Kat Hill | 7 May 2017

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Scratch Stars 2017 Finalist, Kayley Cairns has been wearing this timelessly chic red half moon design. “These nails were super easy yet look striking,” Kayley remarks. “I sculpted a full set of nude almonds before painting the scarlet hue Classy in Akzentz…

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COURSE BITES: Waxperts Beginners Course

By Kat Hill | 4 May 2017

Course Details: Award-winning Irish brand Waxperts has been creating smooth-to-touch, hair-free body-happiness for more than six years. Waxperts wax is super-flexible, pliable and suitable for all skin-types; there is no cracking, braking or burning, ensuring a comfortable service, also thanks to it education and application techniques. For beginner waxers, this course covers…

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BIO SCULPTURE UK to host workshops & open days

By Helena Biggs | 4 May 2017

Fine tune your tekking skills and learn more about the Bio Sculpture brand at a series of open days across the UK. The open days allow attendees to meet Bio Sculpture’s industry leading educators and pick up some top tips. A complimentary Evo Pack is available on attendance and guests receive 10%…

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