EDUCATION

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TGB Academy launches online learning platform for nail techs

By Lilly Delmage | 3 July 2025

TGB Academy from The GelBottle Inc has launched an online learning platform for nail professionals seeking education that is ‘flexible, accessible and comprehensive’. The education hub enables nail professionals at all stages of their careers to learn and refine their skills on their own schedules and terms. It offers a…

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Powys nail salon: where rustic charm meets luxury beauty treatments

By Lilly Delmage | 7 June 2025

Jodie Evans, owner of Wales salon, Nail Envy, speaks to Scratch about the journey of building her thriving nail business. “Nail Envy is designed to feel like a luxurious home-from-home, combining rustic charm with modern elegance,” says Jodie. “The interior features brickwork, warm wood tones and plush velvet chairs –…

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Master ‘nailfies’ as a nail tech with these expert photography tips

By Lilly Delmage | 2 April 2025

The ultimate guide to everything you need to know as a nail tech who wants to capture high-quality nail photos… First impressions matter. Blurry, dark or low-resolution photos can make it difficult for social media users to properly appreciate your nail creations, which could impact whether they decide to book…

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COURSE BITES: Lecenté Perfecting Powders

By Kat Hill | 15 March 2018

Course Details: “This class has been designed to focus almost entirely on powder application,” reveals Maria Cientanni, director at Lecenté. “This includes our Chrome, Neon Powders and Stardust products and our Layer It! “There is a focus on chrome and neon powder application, along with the chroming technique with Stardust and…

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COURSE BITES: ASP Power Set Acrylic Intensive Foundation Course

By Kat Hill | 15 February 2018

Course Details: Suitable for beginner, attendees will learn the theory aspect of the nail industry, including health and safety and anatomy and physiology. The course covers tip application, shaping and complete product knowledge and application of ASP Power Set Acrylic. Student will also learn infilling, rebalancing, white tip application and white product application…

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Nails:Mastered returns with Marian Newman

By Kat Hill | 14 February 2018

Are you looking to take your tekking to the next level? Desperate to break into the world of session styling? Teaming up with industry expert, Marian Newman, Mastered has revealed a 10-month accelerator online programme. The Nails: Mastered programme is designed to help nail techs get more exposure and create…

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COURSE BITES: Artistic Perfect Dip Course with Louella Belle

By Kat Hill | 8 February 2018

Course Details: This hands-on Artistic training course focuses on the Perfect Dip application techniques and equip you with the skills needed to provide a Perfect Dip nail service. The course covers natural nail preparation, full colour and French application techniques, as well as clear over tips application. Attendees will also see…

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COURSE BITES: Calgel Pro Courses

By Kat Hill | 11 January 2018

Course Details: Currently there are two Pro Courses available – Inspiring Overlays and Inspiring Overlays & Lasting Extensions. Running year round, there are a variety of location country-wide. At your chosen IH Pro Academy, you will learn more than just how to ‘do gel nails’; you will build on your skills covering colour overlays, french manicure,…

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Posh Nailz unveils expansive nail range & training options

By Helena Biggs | 11 January 2018

With an enviable product line, burgeoning staff and tip-top training ethos, Posh Nailz is striving for perfection in every part of the nail sector. Founded by Clare Kelly, who hones 22-years’ experience in the nail sector, Posh Nailz launched two years ago with its own training programme; offering vocational qualifications in…

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