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Nail Tech Talk: Nicola Julian of Oakwood Nails

By Callie Iley | 5 August 2023

Overcoming self-doubt to pursue a career in the nail industry, Nicola Julian of Oakwood Nails discovered her love for nail art during the pandemic before completing her training in 2021.…

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Get autumn-ready with Gelish & Morgan Taylor’s 6 seasonal shades

By Chloe Randall | 4 August 2023

Gelish & Morgan Taylor have unveiled the six-piece autumn collection, Change of Pace, inspired by the beauty of nature. This collection includes the following shades: Dew Me a Favor- ivory…

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Over a quarter of small businesses warn of ceasing trading if outlook doesn’t improve

By Rebecca Hitchon | 4 August 2023

A survey of 1,070 UK SME (small and medium-sized enterprise) owners and self-employed workers by insurance provider, Simply Business, has revealed how the economic climate is taking its toll. The…

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Mayfair aesthetics & beauty salon in the spotlight

Salon in the Spotlight: Mayfair Aesthetics & Beauty, London

By Callie Iley | 3 August 2023

Offering a one-stop salon for nail, beauty and aesthetics treatments in a contemporary central London salon location, Mayfair Aesthetics & Beauty shares its journey since its establishment in 2001. Since…

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Zodiac nails creative challenge

Nail designs for every zodiac sign: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Rebecca Hitchon | 3 August 2023

Check out entries to the 2 August 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme: Zodiac Signs. Each design was…

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Which Gelish system works best for my nail needs?

By Chloe Randall | 2 August 2023

No nails are identical in their needs, so get clued up on three offerings from Gelish – each with different properties to ensure an appropriate, long-lasting and smooth nail finish…

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Opi zodiac collection

Embrace Big Zodiac Energy this autumn with OPI’s 12-piece nail colour collection

By Rebecca Hitchon | 1 August 2023

Embodying the OPI ethos of using nail colour to unapologetically express yourself, the brand has launched the Big Zodiac Energy collection for autumn 2023. Designed to help wearers be “unshakably…

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Escape to the country with the earthy tones of these 8 Lecenté nail colours

By Rebecca Hitchon | 31 July 2023

Described as a ‘rural retreat in a bottle’, Lecenté has launched The Country Dreams collection: eight rustic gel polish shades, complemented by five spellbinding glitters. Inspired by picturesque landscapes and…

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July scratch snap winner

Check out the nail art entries making waves in July 2023’s Scratch Snap comp

By Callie Iley | 31 July 2023

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Stephanie Connolly. In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for July & created nail…

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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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