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Go wild with these 45 zebra print nail art ideas

By Scratch Staff | 31 January 2023

Embrace your wild side for International Zebra Day, which looks to raise awareness of zebra conservation efforts and support needs. Show some love for zebras with a bold animal print…

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Fall in love with Lecenté’s romantic Verona nail colour collection

By Rebecca Hitchon | 31 January 2023

Marking the season of love, the collection from Lecenté takes inspiration from the romanticism of Italian city, Verona. Featuring eight delicate Create Gel Polish shades from translucent pinks and classic…

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Amanda Lodge-Stewart announced as NHBF president

By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 January 2023

Amanda Lodge-Stewart, director of apprenticeship training provider, Link Training Academy, Huddersfield, has been unveiled as the National Hair & Beauty Federation’s president. Previously vice president at the organisation, Amanda has…

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Bring 00s nostalgia to clients’ nails with HONA’s That’s Hot art gel collection

By Callie Iley | 29 January 2023

Home Of Nail Art, known as HONA, unveils its Y2k-inspired art gel collection, That’s Hot, taking its Detail Paint product range to over 15o shades. The HONA Detail Paint art…

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Nail Tech Talk: Hannah Miles of Nails By Han

By Callie Iley | 28 January 2023

Sheffield-based tech, Hannah Miles of Nails By Han, sits down with Scratch to share her nail journey and her 2023 career goals.  Hannah’s interest in nails was sparked at around…

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Independent study finds UV nail lamps do not cause cancer

By Scratch Staff | 28 January 2023

The Professional Beauty Association’s (PBA) Nail Manufacturers Council on Safety (NMC) has announced its support of an independent study that demonstrates that UV (ultraviolet) nail lamps are safe and do…

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Nail Tech Talk: Danny Manchip of Beau’s Beauty Box

By Chloe Randall | 27 January 2023

Scratch chats to Danny Manchip of Beau’s Beauty Box about his Scratch Star Award win, career journey & goals for the industry… What sparked your interest in nails? I had…

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BABTAC launches T.I.M.E initiative to help consumers identify safe beauty services

By Helena Biggs | 27 January 2023

The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) hosted an event at the Houses of Parliament on 26 January to mark the launch of T.I.M.E, an initiative to help…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Angelic Nails by Emmie, Maesteg, South Wales

By Callie Iley | 26 January 2023

Maesteg-based nail tech, Emmie Williams, showcases her Y2k-inspired salon space, Angelic Nails by Emmie. Emmie Williams initially undertook her nail training in Ireland with Crystal Nails, qualifying in 2014, then…

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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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