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Weak or damaged nails? Reboot your nail routine with OPI Repair Mode

By Callie Iley | 1 June 2023

Restore and maintain the condition of natural nails from within with Repair Mode, a bond-building nail serum from OPI. Phase 1: Repair Recommended for damaged nails, the brush-on nail serum…

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30 trending swirl nail styles for SS23

By Scratch Staff | 29 May 2023

Bored of your usual nail choices? Forget your classic French tips, we’ve rounded up some swirly nail designs to inspire a bold twist for your SS23 nail styling!

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Nail Tech Talk: Hannah Smith of Hannah Smith Essex Nail Artist 

By Callie Iley | 27 May 2023

Having always enjoyed art and beauty, character nail artist, Hannah Smith of Hannah Smith Essex Nail Artist was quickly drawn to the nail industry, wanting to use her two passions…

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9 ways to support employees during the cost of living crisis

By Guest Writer | 26 May 2023

Experts at employee engagement software company, Weekly10, have collated nine top tips for businesses to support staff during tough economic times… 1. Focus on employee engagement When employees feel connected…

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Salon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Studio, Wiltshire

By Carter Rogers | 25 May 2023

Driven by her passion and dedication to the industry, nail technician and beauty educator, Claire Elaine Thomson, shares her love for learning and reveals the message behind her hummingbird branding.…

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The Beauty Accountant joins specialist accountancy firm to expand reach in personal care sector

By Callie Iley | 25 May 2023

Beauty industry accountancy and advisory firm, The Beauty Accountant, has joined the D&T Group, a multi-award winning team of chartered accountants and business advisors. The move aims to catapult The…

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Techs share their favourite music artists on nails in #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Rebecca Hitchon | 25 May 2023

Check out entries to the 24 May 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme: My favourite music artist. Each…

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Bring summer to the nail salon with the Joely Ocean X Glossify collab

By Rebecca Hitchon | 24 May 2023

Fast-growing nail brand created by nail techs for nail techs, Glossify, has partnered with globally recognised nail artist, Joely Frain of Joely Ocean Nails, for a gel polish collection. Comprised…

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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap May 2023

By Callie Iley | 22 May 2023

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

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iconic.25 by Vagaro

Vagaro, the business software for the salon, spa and wellness industries, is excited to announce the return of iconic.25. The…

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Beauty Trends & Innovations Conference

The Beauty Trends & Innovations Conference will return for its 13th year, welcoming over 40 beauty brands and retailers. These…

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