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What are paint chip nails, the trend taking over the nail scene this autumn?

By Callie Iley | 14 October 2023

Why stick with just one nail colour? Named after the paint swatch cards at DIY shops, paint chip nails showcase different shades of similar or related colours with more flexibility…

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Here’s what beauty industry bodies are saying about the state of the sector

By Rebecca Hitchon | 14 October 2023

Two beauty industry bodies have commented on how the sector is faring and how it will cope this winter… NHBF The latest quarterly State of the Industry survey from the…

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Mushroom nail art: 35 fairytale fungi looks that are trending this autumn

By Callie Iley | 13 October 2023

Embrace the magic of mushrooms this autumn, using a range of styles and shades to create trendy toadstool-inspired looks. Check out our roundup of 35 fabulous fungi designs below…

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5 tips for creating a successful nail community

By Rebecca Hitchon | 13 October 2023

Being part of this industry can be lonely – around two-thirds of beauty professionals are self-employed, and while clients provide chit-chat throughout the working day, the focus of these conversations…

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Halloween pedicure ideas: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Rebecca Hitchon | 12 October 2023

Check out entries to the 11 October 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme: Halloween Pedis. Each design was…

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6 top tips for creating great nail content – from The World’s Star Nail Artist

By Katy Pottle | 12 October 2023

Being a nail technician is more than just creating nail art, with many techs learning to create content for self-promotion. Katy Pottle, winner of the first World’s Star Nail Artist…

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3 ways to support beauty clients with breast cancer

By Guest Writer | 11 October 2023

The Jennifer Young Training School, which specialises in oncology therapies, skincare and well-being for cancer patients, shares how you can support nail and beauty clients with breast cancer… October is…

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Nailympia Columbus 2023: THE RESULTS

By Helena Biggs | 11 October 2023

The results are in for Nailympia Columbus 2023 Premiere Columbus, Ohio, hosted the first edition of Nailympia Columbus, 8-9 October 2023. The nail competition welcomed techs from across the globe, who competed…

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Louella Belle adds sanitisation brand for tools & skin, Puromist, to portfolio

By Rebecca Hitchon | 9 October 2023

Celeb-approved brand for cleaning the face, body, tools and equipment, Puromist, is now stocked by Louella Belle. The Puromist formula, which promises to cleanse 99.99% of microbes, including bacteria, fungi,…

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Scratch Snap nail art competition

Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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