EDUCATION
TGB Academy launches online learning platform for nail techs
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
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
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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Entry Requirements: This course is open to qualified Waxperts looking to gain the skills and confidence needed to deliver waxing treatments to the growing male market. Course Details: Scheduled from 10-4:30pm, this course covers intimate male waxing, as well as hair removal from the brows, ears, nose and torso. It is…
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Sweet Squared is thrilled to announce the graduation of its first ever Waxperts Manscaping student. Debbie Hargreaves, of Inverness, was the first therapist in the UK to finish the course, which launched last month and covers male hair removal. Having undergone previous Waxperts training, Debbie was taught about ‘manscaping’ by…
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Its piqued the interest of techs across the globe with its odourless property and ease of use, so discover what properties PolyGel by Gelish holds with our handy summary. The system features core product, PolyGel, which comes in a tube-shaped container, a bottled solution called Slip and a dual ended-tool featuring…
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Course Details: Both Option 1 and 2 are a Guild accredited courses for safe use of an electric nail file and carbide bits within a nail service. Option 1 requires an e-file and bit set for participation; Pro Power 20K E-file and full bit set (pictured) are a compulsory purchase.…
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Elemis has proudly announced the opening of its latest Academy of Excellence. Situated on London’s Farringdon Road, the academy has six training rooms and will teach students everything that they need to know to become an Elemis ambassador, advocate and brand custodian with full accreditation. “We are absolutely delighted to…
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Educator and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, explores why you should go back to basics in regard to your personal development. Going ‘back to basics’ can mean different things to different nail techs, such as improving the way you apply polish, ensuring you take repeat bookings or quickening your application time. Many techs…
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