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Nails Laundry becomes UK distributor for enVogue Nails

By Chloe Randall | 22 May 2023

North American nail product manufacturer, En Vogue Sculptured Nail Systems, has appointed Nails Laundry as distributor of its products in the UK. The brand, which was incorporated in 1996, offers…

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Nail Tech Talk: Megan Freeman of Corner 21

By Callie Iley | 20 May 2023

Transforming her lifelong love for nails into a blossoming career, Megan Freeman, shares her earliest memories of visits to the salon and her hopes for the future of Corner 21… Accompanying…

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NHBF survey indicates positive shift for nail & beauty businesses

By Callie Iley | 19 May 2023

The NHBF State of Industry survey reveals a promising shift in the nail and beauty industry, with businesses reporting a return to profitability, increased confidence in survival, and intentions to…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Imagine Nails & Beauty, Wirral

By Carter Rogers | 18 May 2023

Lockdown encouraged long-time beauty lover, Charlotte Holden, to take the steps to finally pursue her dream job in the nail and beauty industry. Noting her love for nails and making…

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UK reinstates ban on animal testing for cosmetic ingredients

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 May 2023

On 17 May 2023, the UK government issued a statement announcing that no new licences will be granted for animal testing of chemicals exclusively intended to be used as ingredients…

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Sustainable Beauty Coalition unveils three co-chairs

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 May 2023

The Sustainable Beauty Coalition (SBC), formed by the British Beauty Council in 2021, has announced three co-chairs, who will lead the Coalition’s strategy for the next year. Jo Chidley, Mark…

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20 nails inspired by Disney’s The Little Mermaid

By Carter Rogers | 17 May 2023

Dive right in and see fabulous under the sea nails inspired by Disney’s The Little Mermaid! Check out our roundup of top picks below…

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Award-winning tech shares nail design inspired by grandparents for Dementia Action Week

By Scratch Staff | 15 May 2023

To mark Dementia Action Week, an annual awareness week run by the Alzheimer’s Society, Jade Barber has created a nail design to honour her grandparents and raise awareness of dementia.…

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Nailchemy awarded ‘Buy With Confidence’ stamp from Trading Standards UK

By Scratch Staff | 15 May 2023

Somerset-based nail brand, Nailchemy, has been awarded the ‘Buy With Confidence’ stamp from Trading Standards UK. The Buy With Confidence initiative was conceived by local authority trading standards services in response…

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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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