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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 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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Nail Tech Talk: Meet Kamila Borowiec, Scratch Stars Polish & Paint Artist of the Year 2023

By Rebecca Hitchon | 5 September 2023

Scratch Stars Polish & Paint Artist of the Year 2023 & runner-up in the first-ever World’s Star Nail Artist (WSNA) competition, Kamila Borowiec, shares her industry journey, future goals and…

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Royston nail salon celebrates 10 years in business with fancy party

By Helena Biggs | 5 September 2023

Fancy Fingers, a nail salon in Royston, Hertfordshire, celebrated 10 years in business with a party for clients, featuring freebies and flowing prosecco. Founder, Katie Moulton, completed nail training with…

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Hair & beauty training provider, Kleek Apprenticeships, expands to Colchester

By Chloe Randall | 4 September 2023

Hair and beauty industry’s training provider, Kleek Apprenticeships, has expanded by acquiring the Colchester-based Easi Hairdressing Academy. Kleek Apprenticeships currently have academy bases in the north east of England and…

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Make nails dazzle with Artistic Nail Design’s 8 Flash Glitter Gel Polishes

By Rebecca Hitchon | 4 September 2023

Glitter lovers, get ready for nail looks to shine bright with Artistic’s Flash Glitter Gel Polish range. With eight shades available, from classic gold and silver to pinks and blue, the…

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Threads: Is it here to stay?

By Callie Iley | 3 September 2023

Meta CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, reported over five million sign-ups to Threads in the first four hours of its launch. Scratch explores whether the social media platform is here to stay…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge

Today’s #ShowScratch Creative Challenge asks nail artists to create a design to fit the theme: Carnival. To enter, submit your…

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The Beauty Business Summit

The Beauty Boss Business Summit is shaping up to be THE event of the year. This is a full-blown celebration, celebrating…

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