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Nail & Beauty Network founder expands Versa Pro Nail Systems line
Danielle Simmons, founder of the Nail & Beauty Network, has teamed up with fellow nail tech, Angela Charleston, to expand the Versa Pro Nail Systems portfolio. Founded in 2020 with the launch of the soft gel extensions, the Versa Pro Nail Systems line has been used by nail techs internationally…
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Bridgerton nails
Are you enjoying popular Netflix series, Bridgerton as much as Team Scratch? If you’ve binge-watched the series, why not show your love for it with nail art designs…
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Nail Tech Talk: Nail styles for ‘alternative brides’
Holly Morris-Last, INK London brand ambassador and owner of Hollystic Nails, chats to Scratch about offering alternative bridal nail designs. “I offer a bespoke nail design service which enables clients to use their wedding nails as an extension of their personality,” Holly reveals. “My service starts with a consultation, where…
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CND™ unveils 4 Over The Top Effects to add shine & shimmer to nails
Upgrade your nail styles with four highly pigmented chrome and holographic ‘Over The Top Effects’ from CND™. Mix each pigment into sculpting powder or gel to serve up an eye-catching finish, or layer over CND Shellac™ before finishing with No Wipe Top Coat. The CND™ Over The Top Effects Kit…
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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: World Health Day
Check out entries to the 6 April nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs to celebrate World Health Day! Each design was submitted via Facebook or Instagram using #showscratch #creativechallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launched every Wednesday.
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Live Life Loudly with 6 bright Bio Sculpture nail shades
Be bold, loud and stand out from the crowd this spring/summer with six super-bright nail shades from Bio Sculpture. Available in gel and Gemini Nail Polish formulas, the shades are ideal for summer holidays and festivals – on both fingers or toes. The shades are: No.282 – Poco Pop –…
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How to avoid bridal nail disasters
Planning a wedding can be one of the most stressful times for a bride, so ensure their nails aren’t an area of worry by putting in place plans to prevent nail mishaps. “There is a lot that could potentially go wrong at a wedding, so you need to explain to…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Emily Yafai Nail Artist, Doncaster
Emily Yafai opened her salon in 2021, after taking a break from her career to focus on her family. “It felt like the perfect time to find my feet again doing what I love. I found my base, and didn’t want to miss this opportunity to grow. I have wanted…
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May the fourth be with you! Celebrate all things Star Wars with our roundup of nail designs inspired by the iconic franchise…
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A client consultation should be completed by every client before they receive a nail or beauty treatment. This consultation should be regularly reviewed to ensure that nothing has changed medically or personally. Often, I hear nail techs saying that they don’t do consultations, and this isn’t always because they are…
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Gelish and Morgan Taylor have unveiled the Up In The Air collection for summer 2024. It features six nail hues inspired by living a life filled with colour that is expressive, carefree and fun, from soft and subtle tones to bold brights. The shades are available in Gelish Soak Off…
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Bringing a creative flair to her West Midlands home salon, Anni Watson shares how she’s incorporated her artistic background and love for upcycling into Nail Angel Studley… “While starting a family over 20 years ago, I decided to qualify in nails. I always wanted to use my artistic talents, as…
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UK trade association, the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA), is calling on the UK government to publish a dedicated Non-Animal New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) strategy. Animal testing of cosmetic products and ingredients has been banned in the UK and EU since 2004 and 2009 respectively, and the UK and…
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Nail pros: practice and improve your nail art skills by taking part in a fun 14-day challenge, hosted by MISSU Nails. The innovative nail art brand is inviting techs to try a range of different designs from 6-19 May to expand their creativity, and be in with the chance of…
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