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Finalists announced in nail industry’s 11th Scratch Stars Awards

By Helena Biggs | 10 April 2023

An overwhelming number of entries from were submitted into the 11th Scratch Stars Awards, which recognises passion, skill & customer care within the UK&I nail sector. Nail techs, salon owners,…

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Nail Tech Talk: Yasmin Hodge of Gels by Yas 

By Callie Iley | 8 April 2023

Lover of detailed, hand-painted nail designs, Wolverhampton-based Yasmin Hodge of Gels by Yas takes a stand against the stigma she’s faced as a disabled nail tech, opening up about her…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Nails by Kerry, Dublin

By Callie Iley | 6 April 2023

With an eye-catching pink and gold salon hand built by her late father, passionate tech Kerry Delaney has had a lifelong love for nails, qualifying at only 15 years old.…

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Looking for pastel nail colours? Here are 6 shades you need from CND™

By Chloe Randall | 3 April 2023

CND™ has unveiled its spring collection, Shade Sense, featuring six soft hues to add an extra spring in your mani and pedi step. Available in both CND™ Shellac™ gel polish…

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Nail Tech Talk: Rebecca Orme Nail Pro

By Callie Iley | 1 April 2023

After launching Get Press On Nails, a marketplace for nail artists to sell their own press-on nail designs for free, Rebecca Orme shares her goals of creating a bustling marketplace…

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Top 21 revealed in first World’s Star Nail Artist competition

By Helena Biggs | 1 April 2023

In an overwhelming display of talent and enthusiasm for their craft, nail pros worldwide embraced a creative challenge and entered The World’s Star Nail Artist, a new competition for 2023…

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Offer fast & durable nail extensions with Entity’s Studio One Soft Gel Tips

By Callie Iley | 31 March 2023

Offering nail extensions without the need for filing, resins or liquid and powder, the Entity Studio One Soft Gel Tips are light-cured, pre-shaped tips made from a soft, jelly-like material…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Boheme Beauty, Broxbourne

By Callie Iley | 30 March 2023

A fan of low-key nail looks and dainty designs, Jennifer Oatham styled her salon to match; with a minimalist aesthetic, neutral shades and a fresh, tidy finish. “I keep all…

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3D Easter nail art: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 March 2023

Check out entries to the 29 March 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a 3D Easter nail style. Each design was submitted via Facebook or Instagram using…

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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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