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Got a space? BiBi’s Beauty & Supplies seeks UK locations to host education class

By Chloe Randall | 24 May 2022

Netherlands based brand, BiBi’s Beauty & Supplies, is seeking UK locations to host education events. The brand is making its way to the UK with a class in Sheffield on…

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How your beauty business can help stop deforestation

By Green Salon Collective | 24 May 2022

Green Salon Collective was founded in 2020 by environmental experts, campaigners and beauty professionals, with an aim to help member salons in the UK and Ireland to responsibly dispose of…

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Behind the scenes: Scratch’s filming with E4’s Teen Mum Academy

By Chloe Randall | 23 May 2022

Lights…camera…action! Back in August 2021, Scratch was invited to take part in Dragonfly’s Teen Mum Academy for E4, and now is the time that we can finally spill all the…

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As if! Gelish nods to the 90’s with Clueless inspired nail colours

By Callie Iley | 22 May 2022

It’s time to channel your inner Cher Horowitz with Gelish’s summer 2022 Clueless collection, in partnership with Paramount Pictures. Featuring a range of bold throwback shades inspired by the iconic…

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Nail Tech Talk: Nikki Boulton of Nikki Boulton Nail Technician

By Callie Iley | 21 May 2022

Session stylist, Nikki Boulton of Nikki Boulton Nail Technician, chats to Scratch about session tekking and her business she runs on the side… “I’ve been in the industry since around…

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Indulge in 6 chocolate-scented nail polishes with the Magnum Ice Cream x Nails.INC collection

By Rebecca Hitchon | 20 May 2022

An unexpected collaboration has hit the nail world – and it’s sweeter than we could have imagined! Magnum® ice cream and British independent nail brand, Nails.INC, have come together to…

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Booksy to host night of inspiration & education for nail, hair & lash pros

By Callie Iley | 20 May 2022

On 20 June, appointment scheduling brand Booksy is teaming up with Wahl to offer a unique night of inspiration, education and entertainment in Bristol – free for nail artists, lash…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Merrifield Beauty, Preston

By Callie Iley | 19 May 2022

Qualifying in 2010, Emma Merrifield has worked in various roles during her time in the beauty industry. However, after the birth of her second child in 2020, Emma realised it…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Save The Bees

By Callie Iley | 19 May 2022

Check out entries to the 18 May nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs inspired by saving the bees. Each design was submitted…

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World Friendship Day

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and…

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24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is…

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