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PB North/FNP Nail Competitions September 2023: The results

By Chloe Randall | 26 September 2023

The Federation of Nail Professionals (The FNP) hosted the nail competitions at industry event, Professional Beauty North in Manchester, 24-25 September, with competitors competing across eight categories. Competition directors, Jacqui and…

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7 retail tips for mobile nail techs

By Guest Writer | 25 September 2023

Scratch Stars Mobile Nailist of the Year 2022 & 2023, Clare Woodcock of The Nail Club, shares her seven top tips for retailing as a nail pro on the move……

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Diary of a session nail tech: London Fashion Week SS24

By Marie-Louise Coster | 25 September 2023

For her second monthly column for Scratch, session nail stylist, salon owner & educator, Marie-Louise Coster, reveals what happened behind the scenes when she led nail looks for the Edward…

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10 ingredients in your beauty products & their uses

By Callie Iley | 25 September 2023

Explore 10 common ingredients found in nailcare products & their functions… Allantoin Ideal for treating cracked and damaged skin, allantoin supports the healing process and has gentle exfoliating properties. It…

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Nail Tech Talk: Meet Alice Nali, Scratch Stars Nail Stylist of the Year 2023

By Callie Iley | 24 September 2023

Get to know Italian-born Alice Nali, Scratch Stars Nail Stylist of the Year 2023, who shares her nail story, journey to success & future goals… Alice Nali first visited a…

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Studex ear & nose piercing training courses endorsed by HABIA

By Rebecca Hitchon | 24 September 2023

Manufacturer of ear and nose piercing equipment and education provider, Studex UK, has announced that it has gained training endorsement from HABIA (Hair And Beauty Industry Authority). HABIA champions high-quality…

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Add a velvet effect to nail styles with Gelish’s Pure Velvet Magnet Gel Polish

By Chloe Randall | 23 September 2023

Feel the force of four multi-dimensional cat-eye glitters that leave an opulent velvet-looking effect when manipulated with a magnet with Gelish’s Pure Velvet Magnet Gel Polish. From soft, subtle waves…

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Liz McKeon launches international coaching programme to support salon success

By Callie Iley | 23 September 2023

Business expert & International Business School founder, Liz McKeon, has launched The Successful Salon Formula: a programme that helps salon owners achieve their goals. It comprises Liz’s ‘3G method’, a…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Townhouse, Knightsbridge, Scratch Stars Awards winner

By Rebecca Hitchon | 23 September 2023

Following Townhouse, Knightsbridge’s second consecutive Nail Salon of the Year win at the Scratch Stars Awards 2023, founder & creative director, Juanita Huber-Millet, shares what the win means to the…

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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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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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