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My Other Life: Rebecca Evans of Gel Nails By Becca

By Callie Iley | 1 October 2022

Scratch chats to Rebecca Evans, a nail pro who’s busy juggling her nail career alongside a very different role… Gel artist and nail tech, Rebecca Evans, works part-time as a qualified dental nurse alongside running her nail business, Gel Nails By Becca. She began an apprenticeship in dental nursing in…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Raisa Beauty, Nottingham

By Callie Iley | 29 September 2022

Andreea Dulgheru’s journey into the industry began from her husband encouraging her to pursue her passion in nails. After gaining her diploma in May 2020, Andreea set up her home salon when she moved house in December of the same year. “Like any beautician, I am dreaming about expanding and…

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Nail Tech Talk: Jennie Padbury of Jennie Padbury Nails, Beauty & Training

By Callie Iley | 24 September 2022

Scratch chats to Jennie Padbury of Jennie Padbury Nails, Beauty & Training about reaching her latest career milestone and her goals for her future in the nail industry… “My signature nail style is definitely salon style acrylic design – acrylic marbling and 3d flowers will always have my heart! “I’m…

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Behind the Brand: All about Parisian brand, Manucurist

By Chloe Randall | 23 September 2022

Scratch shines a spotlight on French nail brand, Manucurist, which has a green philosophy & focus on mood-boosting products… From France with love, Manucurist is a Parisian brand which focuses on sustainable nailcare and treatments, with natural bio-sourced ingredients at each product’s core. The brand was co-founded in 1996 by…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Twinoaks Beauty, Ashford

By Callie Iley | 22 September 2022

Rosanna Sulovari’s nail and beauty journey began in 1999, when she enrolled onto a full time, two year course at Canterbury college. Upon completing her NVQ in beauty therapy, she began working at a salon in 2001, before going in maternity leave in 2006. Following the birth of her first…

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What is the Energy Bill Relief Scheme?

By Helena Biggs | 22 September 2022

Energy costs for UK businesses, charities and public sector bodies will be cut, as the government has launched the Energy Bill Relief Scheme. The initiative follows PM Liz Truss’s 8 September announcement that businesses would receive a six-month support package for their energy bills. The scheme has been outlined by…

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What is the function of the free edge of the nail?

By Katie Barnes | 21 September 2022

To understand the function of the free edge or nail tip, we must firstly understand how and why the nail grows. The function of the nail is to protect the outermost bone of the finger or toe, the fingertip, and the surrounding soft tissues from injuries. The fingertips contain a…

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Nail talk: Skincare YouTuber, James Welsh, shares his love for nail art

By Callie Iley | 17 September 2022

Skincare YouTuber and reviewer, James Welsh, has often been seen on social media sporting nail designs, revealing his love for nail art and showcasing his gel polish collection on his YouTube channel. Sitting down with Scratch to share his passion for nails, James explains where his love for nails began…

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Honouring heritage through a passion for polish

By Alex Fox | 15 September 2022

In recognition and celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (15 Sept-15 Oct 2022), Scratch puts the spotlight on Cuban-American entrepreneur and influencer, Kathleen Fuentes (aka KathleenLights). Founder of Lights Lacquer, a cruelty-free nail lacquer line, started in November 2019, Kathleen honours Hispanic Heritage Month with the otra noche en Miami collection, which presents…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Niche Hair & Beauty, Nottingham

By Callie Iley | 15 September 2022

Established in 2012, Jade Miller took over Niche Hair & Beauty in 2016. “We relocated during the 2021 lockdown, to a ground floor premises, reopening with a new logo, new look and with a bang.” “Niche is unique due to our diversity,” Jade reveals. “We provide a relaxed, non-uniformed atmosphere,…

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Explained: Circular economy for salons

By Green Salon Collective | 9 September 2022

Green Salon Collective (GSC) was founded in 2020 by environmental experts, campaigners and beauty professionals, with an aim to help member salons in the UK and Ireland to responsibly dispose of their waste. In this blog, GSC details what a circular economy is and how beauty businesses can help to…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Maisie Leah Nails, Birmingham

By Callie Iley | 8 September 2022

Starting out doing nails in her parents’ living room before moving into her dads summer house, Maisie Leah Poultney expanded for a third time to achieve the salon set-up of her dreams. “My boyfriend and I brought a house with a separate garage, so my dad and boyfriend teamed up…

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Spanish Sculpting, it’s More Tips than Tapas, for Nail Learning in London

By Alex Fox | 6 September 2022

In the heart of Barcelona can be found a nail artist and international educator, who’s 3D French work and extreme nail styling are a visual symphony. Of Romanian descent, nail stylist Ioana Cristescu has carved out such a high reputation for her bespoke nail education that she was flown into…

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Tech Talk: Invite the Wolf right up to your salon door

By Alex Fox | 5 September 2022

The first Nailympia global champion back in 2017, Sweden’s Madelene Wolf, has jumped into the slipstream of her success and launched a new nail system with education, known as Wolf. “For a long time, I dreamt of having all the best materials gathered in one place instead of having to…

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Nail Tech Talk: Alyssa Fronce of Alyssa Nail Tech

By Callie Iley | 3 September 2022

Alyssa Fronce chats to Scratch about how she keeps up with industry trends and her favourite personal bespoke nailcare regime, principles & styling… “I love doing nails because I’m super artistic and it’s a great outlet for me,” Alyssa beams. “I also love that I get the opportunity to make…

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