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Keen to boost your profits? Salon expert shares pricing calculator & course for beauty pros

By Helena Biggs | 11 September 2023

Are you struggling to calculate your outgoings and wondering why your sums are leaving you short each month? Try the handy pricing calculator and course from Maddi Cook, a salon…

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UK government launches consultation into unregulated cosmetic procedures

By Rebecca Hitchon | 11 September 2023

The UK government is seeking people and business’ views on how to make non-surgical cosmetic procedures, including Botox, laser hair removal and dermal fillers, safer for consumers. The consultation: the…

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Here’s why you shouldn’t let your nail & beauty tools air dry after cleaning

By Katie Barnes | 11 September 2023

Most nail tools and e-file bits are made from steel and iron. Rust occurs on nail tools, E-file bits, and other metal items when water (or moisture including humidity) and…

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Opi winners spotlight

Meet the OPI Education Team, Scratch Stars Awards Nail Team of the Year 2023

By Callie Iley | 9 September 2023

Consisting of 20 nail professionals, the OPI Education Team is a close-knit group of passionate educators based across the UK, working on a full-time and freelance basis. “As a team,…

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The GelBottle Inc channels luxe, euphoric feels with 10pc Glamourati collection

By Scratch Staff | 8 September 2023

Brighton-born nail brand, The GelBottle Inc, has introduced its decadent 10-piece gel polish collection for autumn/winter 2023: Glamourati. The range includes intense glitters, on-trend hues and two shades inspired by…

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Salon in the Spotlight: A Dash Of Beauty, Balcombe

By Callie Iley | 7 September 2023

Gaining her NVQ level 2 and 3 in beauty therapy in 2013 at Nescot College in Epsom, Surrey, Lisa Wathen went on to work in a range of spas, training with…

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Holiday nails

Holiday nails are trending on TikTok: Here’s what clients are searching for

By Rebecca Hitchon | 6 September 2023

As clients jet off to sunny climates to enjoy the last of the summer, Beauty Daily by Clarins has revealed that nail content is the second most-viewed beauty/fashion trend searched…

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How nail & beauty pros can use Pinterest to boost their business

By Chloe Randall | 5 September 2023

According to social media management site, Combin, 76% of Pinterest users are women, with females aged 25 to 34 dominating the platform. The Scratch Nail Industry Survey 2022 revealed that…

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15 nail strengtheners to help weak & damaged nails

By Callie Iley | 5 September 2023

Dealing with weak, damaged or brittle nails? Add a strengthening overlay to reinforce the nails, as Scratch puts a spotlight on 15 nail strengtheners to help you say goodbye to…

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World Friendship Day

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and…

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24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is…

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