MOVERS & SHAKERS

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Aquarius Full Moon is here: here’s the perfect nail look based on your star sign

By Jess Watts | 9 August 2025

It’s time to figure out how the Full Sturgeon Moon will impact you, and what nail style works best for your zodiac sign. 9 August marks the Aquarius Full Moon, and this one is set to be incredibly powerful. Each star sign is impacted by the full moon in different…

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UK Government announces plans to crack down on unsafe aesthetic procedures

By Rebecca Hitchon | 7 August 2025

The UK Government’s Department for Health and Social Care has revealed plans to regulate the aesthetic and non-invasive procedures sector. It follows a consultation, which industry bodies including the British Beauty Council, NHBF and BABTAC contributed to, and its findings have helped shape the approach to addressing safety concerns in…

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Government announces plan for small businesses: here’s what it means for nail & beauty pros

By Helena Biggs | 1 August 2025

The UK government has unveiled a Small Business Plan, which hopes to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by giving them ‘the most comprehensive support package in a generation’. Many measures within the plan will directly affect the nail, hair and beauty sectors, which comprise thousands of salons and self-employed…

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Salon System supports ‘The Masterclass’ by Mario Dedivanovic

By Sophie Nutt | 29 April 2019

Salon System supported ‘The Masterclass’ event hosted by celebrity make-up artist, Mario Dedivanovic (aka @makeupbymario), in London earlier this month. At The Masterclass, 650 make-up artists had the opportunity to take a behind the scenes look at Mario demonstrating his signature make-up look. A four hour immersive show, Mario also…

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Beauty brand winners announced at CEW Awards

By Helena Biggs | 29 April 2019

Friday 26 April saw the results of the CEW Awards announced at the glamorous Hilton, Park Lane. Guests, including Scratch editor, Helena Biggs, indulged in a three course lunch and incredible networking opportunities after a welcome from Caroline Neville MBE, president of CEW (Cosmetic Executive Women). Founded in 1992, CEW…

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E.A.T.O.W initiative launches to drive diversity within the beauty industry

By Helena Biggs | 28 April 2019

Global beauty expert and strategist, Eryca Freemantle, has launched E.A.T.O.W; an initiative ‘Embracing All Tones Of Women’ that drives empowerment and diversity within the beauty industry. “E.A.T.O.W has been an idea I’ve had for over 15 years as I believe that diversity should be celebrated,” Eryca reveals. “I know the…

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Yorkshire soap company pledges to use 100% sustainable materials 

By Kat Hill | 26 April 2019

With more in the beauty industry pledging commitment to lessening waste and making more sustainable choices, a Barnsley-based family business, which creates handmade bath and body products, has pledged to use only 100% recyclable or sustainable materials. The Pretty Little Treat Co. produces vintage-inspired bath and body products, using natural and…

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Pure spa & beauty

PURE Spa launches four new sites in David Lloyd Leisure partnership

By Helena Biggs | 25 April 2019

Award-winning day spa group, PURE Spa & Beauty, is launching four new PURE Spa outlets across the UK, located in David Lloyd Leisure Clubs in Peterborough, Purley (Croydon), Hamilton (Glasgow) and Cheadle (Cheshire). Founded in 2002 by former chartered accountant, Becky Woodhouse, PURE Spa & Beauty’s mission has been to…

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NovaLash UK appoints two new educators

By Kat Hill | 20 April 2019

NovaLash UK has appointed two new educators to increase the brand’s presence and reach across the country. The area of Northern Ireland will now see Katy Steele offering training for Classic Lash services. Katy will be based in her salon Purple Lashes, located just outside of Belfast. Zoe Fletcher will…

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