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NHBF launches Skills Zone to support beauty businesses at a higher level

By Scratch Staff | 2 October 2022

The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has created ‘Skills Zone’, a series of business support resources that can be accessed by members anytime via phone, tablet or laptop. Skills…

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Bring autumnal vibes to clients with Jessica’s Refined collection

By Chloe Randall | 1 October 2022

Jessica Nails has revealed the Refined collection in time for the autumnal season, available in its Phēnom formula. The collection sees three neutral additions to the three-step quick-drying, high-shine manicure…

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Need pink nail shades to suit diverse skin tones? Meet PINKplus from Light Elegance

By Rebecca Hitchon | 1 October 2022

A popular nail shade, pink is a versatile hue that’s perfect worn alone or as a base for design. But do you have pink tones to complement all of your…

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My Other Life: Rebecca Evans of Gel Nails By Becca

By Callie Iley | 1 October 2022

Scratch chats to Rebecca Evans, a nail pro who’s busy juggling her nail career alongside a very different role… Gel artist and nail tech, Rebecca Evans, works part-time as a…

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Embrace autumn in style with Morgan Taylor’s Plaid Reputation nail shades

By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 September 2022

As the nights draw in and weather turns colder, there’s reason to be excited about the seasons changing with Morgan Taylor‘s autumn 2022 nail colour collection, Plaid Reputation. Featuring six…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Raisa Beauty, Nottingham

By Callie Iley | 29 September 2022

Andreea Dulgheru’s journey into the industry began from her husband encouraging her to pursue her passion in nails. After gaining her diploma in May 2020, Andreea set up her home…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Halloween monsters

By Rebecca Hitchon | 29 September 2022

Check out entries to the 28 September nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme, Halloween monsters. Each design was submitted…

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Milan Fashion Week SS23 nail styles

By Rebecca Hitchon | 28 September 2022

We’ve rounded up nail looks that grabbed our attention from September 2022’s Milan Fashion Week.

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Secret Spa unveils app to support beauty freelancers

By Chloe Randall | 27 September 2022

At-home beauty and wellness marketplace, Secret Spa, has launched Solo, an app for freelancers working in the personal care sector.  Solo offers a platform tailored to various aspects of a…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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