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: Salon Services Manicure & Pedicure Course

By Helena Biggs | 5 January 2017

Entry Requirements:  This one-day course is ideal for beginners, as it teaches the basics of manicure and pedicure techniques. Course details: The course reviews manicure, pedicure and nail polish application techniques using a combination of demonstration and practical time. It gives students the skills and knowledge required to complete a manicure and pedicure…

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OVER 280 nail bars investigated in illegal immigration crackdown

By Helena Biggs | 4 January 2017

The government has arrested 97 nail bar workers in London, Edinburgh and Cardiff as part of its Operation Magnify on risk industries. In a bid to clamp down on illegal workers and identify and help potential human trafficking or ‘modern slavery’ victims, immigration officers visited over 280 nail bars between 27…

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