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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap April 2023

By Callie Iley | 27 April 2023

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

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Check out the incredible nail art entries into April 2023’s Scratch Snap comp

By Callie Iley | 27 April 2023

In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for April & created nail designs inspired by ‘April Showers’ in the bid to win a prize from…

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Meet The World’s Star Nail Artist shortlist: GEMMA DAWSON, UK

By Carter Rogers | 26 April 2023

Gemma Dawson is a nail pro from Essex, UK, and one of the 21 shortlisted applicants in The World’s Star Nail Artist competition 2023. Get to know her, below… What’s…

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Energy bills make up 40% of hair & beauty salon costs, according to research

By Chloe Randall | 26 April 2023

According to research by Uswitch for Business, energy bills make up 40% of the average hair and beauty salon’s total business costs. The research also revealed that more than 11,000…

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Want to get involved in Cultural Style Week? London event tickets have been released

By Rebecca Hitchon | 26 April 2023

The cultural fashion and beauty movement, taking place 21-27 May 2023, has released details about its London event schedule, which features fashion shows and clothing, hair and beauty pop-ups. Established…

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Sweet Squared recertifies 500 CND Shellac™ nail techs

By Scratch Staff | 26 April 2023

Sweet Squared, distributor of CNDTM products in the UK & Ireland, has recertified 500 CND ShellacTM nail technicians through a series of one-hour training webinars. These sessions allowed experienced nail…

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Beauty Changes Lives unveils campaign to promote salon careers to Gen Z

By Rebecca Hitchon | 26 April 2023

Beauty Changes Lives, the non-profit organisation dedicated to providing the next generation of beauty professionals with resources, scholarships, advanced education and mentorships, has launched the Know Beauty Secrets campaign. It targets…

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Mavala launches self-care packs to tackle empty treatment room syndrome

By Chloe Randall | 25 April 2023

Swiss nail care and cosmetic brand, Mavala, has announced the launch of its Empty Treatment Room Self Care Packs, after research showed that up to a quarter of spa treatment…

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Looking to combine a road trip with gel polish? Meet The GelBottle Inc’s spring collection

By Chloe Randall | 24 April 2023

The GelBottle Inc has combined nails and travel to launch the Road Trip collection, featuring 10 gel polish shades. Featuring innovative textures and a new flashing glitter, the collection also…

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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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Moyra UK Pop-Up Event

Join us for an exclusive, invite-only Moyra UK Pop-Up Event at Manahatta, Nottingham on Sunday 14 September, 12–5 PM. We’re bringing together…

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