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Report urges govt to ‘speed up’ licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures

By Callie Iley | 5 August 2022

The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has welcomed a report this week from the Commons Health & Social Care Committee, which urges the government to speed up the introduction…

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Minnesota woman’s 42ft nails make history as longest nails ever

By Helena Biggs | 4 August 2022

Diana Armstrong of Minnesota, USA, has been honoured with Guinness World Records titles for longest fingernails on a pair of hands (female) and longest fingernails on a pair of hands…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Boo Does Nails, Birmingham

By Callie Iley | 4 August 2022

During lockdown, Beckie Jones reflected on her career, deciding to take a risk when restrictions eased, opening up her own salon. “It was a risk I needed to take, as…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Commonwealth Games

By Callie Iley | 4 August 2022

Check out entries to the 3 August nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme the Commonwealth Games! Each design was…

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Yin Yang nails

By Callie Iley | 4 August 2022

Find balance in your nail art! Check out our roundup of Yin Yang designs below…

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HD Nail TV launches to offer nail education at a learner’s own pace

By Helena Biggs | 3 August 2022

Multi award-winning nail stylist and educator, Hazel Dixon, has launched HD Nail TV, a subscription service for nail education. Ideal for existing nail professionals who wish to enhance their knowledge…

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Nail this season’s trends with The GelBottle Inc’s Summer Edit

By Rebecca Hitchon | 2 August 2022

The GelBottle Inc has unveiled its Summer Edit, a hand-picked selection of shades inspired by trends the brand’s team is loving for summer 2022. Comprising nine bright and bold gel…

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Tattoo nails

By Callie Iley | 1 August 2022

Coca Michelle created some tattoo-inspired nail art for Megan Thee Stallion, and the trend has taken off since! Check out our roundup of reader recreations below…

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Townhouse nail salon partners with Caudalie to launch nail art looks & treatment

By Rebecca Hitchon | 1 August 2022

Scratch Stars Nail Salon of the Year 20/21 and 2022, Townhouse, has announced a collaboration with French skincare brand, Caudalie, to celebrate its best-selling Beauty Elixir multi-purpose mist. Available for…

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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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