How to make the most of Halo Create nail art products
Tina Bell, head of education at Pure Nails, divulges info about the Halo Create nail art range and how you can make the most of the products to dazzle and delight clients… Halo Create launched just in time for lockdown 2.0; an ideal time for us to experiment with nail…
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Robbie Tomkins reveals how to find your nail industry USP
When I was first introduced to nails, it quickly became apparent that, as far as the session world is concerned, there seemed to be a distinct lack of men. I had met manicurist, Mike Pocock, through working at the nail brand that I was a PR manager for and of…
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Jay Jay Revlon addresses the stigma around male grooming
Back in August 2018, Scratch caught up with the founder of Guys That Nail It, Jay Jay Revlon, about his passion for male self-care. Jay Jay strives to change the stigma around male grooming by normalising the language used and actions taken towards men getting nail treatments. “I want to change the…
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#NowTrending: Stunning smoky amethyst nails by Natasha Barker
Scratch chats with Natasha Barker of Niche Nail Beauty about her passion for education and love for the nail industry, and explores how she created this dazzling amethyst design… I’ve been in the nail industry since 2002. My career started when I took the CND™ Liquid & Powder Beginner course…
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Back To Basics: 3 steps to ensure your gel polish goes the distance
At Pure Nails, we think that Lockdown 2.0 is the perfect time to go back to basics and perfect your core skills; namely how ensure a chip-free, durable finish. Step 1: Preparation Cuticle work: This step is vital in the application of flawless gel polish. Gently push back the cuticle…
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TECH TALK: Natasha Newton of Nails by Natasha
Scratch catches up with Natasha Newton of Nails by Natasha about her achievements since featuring in January 2020’s Readers Gallery and what the future holds for her career. What is it about nails that has you hooked? I’ve always enjoyed playing around with nails from a young age. It…
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Beauty2trs Spices Up Colour Theory
The latest course to be on offer with Beauty2trs is Color Your Nail Art by Nancy Janssen. “Colour is a power, which directly influences the soul of every nail artist and all nail art work,” comments Nancy. “Even the most simple looking nail art can look incredible with the right…
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Salon in the Spotlight: The One Nail Bar, Malvern, Worcestershire
Opening its doors in August after coming out of the first lockdown, The One Nail Bar is sunny salon offering a bright spot in its local area. “We acquired the premises a couple of days before the lockdown in March,” explain owners, Wai Lok Cham and Le Mi Pham. “It’s been…
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Nail tech & male client support British Legion with Remembrance Day nails
Tracie Lawson, of Beauty Boutique, Wiltshire, explains how her salon plays its part in raising money for the British Legion for Remembrance Day, and reveals more about her male client who requests nail art to commemorate the occasion… Remembrance Sunday is a time to wear a poppy with pride and…
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The nail business challenges I’ve faced throughout the Covid-19 pandemic
Hannah Garbett, MD & director of education at Staffordshire Nail Academy, shares an honest account of the business challenges faced during the coronavirus pandemic… Where on earth do I start? This year has been one of immense anxiety and stress along with sheer grit and determination. Our year started with…
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8 ways nail techs can keep motivated during lockdown 2.0
Tina Bell, head of education at Pure Nails, serves up key ways to keep your creativity flowing and spirits high during lockdown 2.0… Here we are, back in lockdown. Once again, I have packed up my salon, moved my nail desk onto my dining room table and taken over whole…
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#NOWTRENDING Tortie hearts by Vanessa Armitage
Scratch chats with Vanessa Armitage of Nailicious by Vanessa about her love for all things nails and her hopes for the future – and she reveals how to create a tortoiseshell design… I work from home in my tiny little salon. I decided to take the leap into working and…
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How to reduce energy bills in the nail salon
New small business research has revealed five simple actions that owners in the hospitality sector can take to get control of their energy bills during this difficult time. A study of UK businesses employing less than 10 people showed that less than half of small business premises have…
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TECH TALK: Khristie Marie Lawton of KIKI Nail Bar
Scratch chats with Khristie Marie Lawton of KIKI Nail Bar about her future aspirations and her love for all things nails… What is it about nails that has you hooked? I love the untapped potential that the nail industry offers – the creativity, career progression, and of course the skills…
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5 ways to boost your nail business during lockdown 2.0
As business owners and busy professionals, time is something we often have very little of and many tasks get put on the back burner. It can be hard to be motivated in times like this but it is important to remember that just as there are real challenges, there are…
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