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Salon in the Spotlight: A Hint Of Beauty, Pembrokeshire

By Callie Iley | 21 April 2022

During her maternity leave, Sophie Raymond decided it was time to follow her dreams of pursuing a career in the beauty industry. “I realised that life was far too short…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: When life gives you lemons

By Rebecca Hitchon | 21 April 2022

Check out entries to the 20 April nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs inspired by the theme, When life gives you lemons!…

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Scratch Snap: April 2022

By Chloe Randall | 17 April 2022

In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for April & created some nail designs inspired by ‘Easter Parade’ in the bid to win a prize.…

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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap April 2022

By Chloe Randall | 17 April 2022

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Kelly Pinkney.  In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for April & created nail…

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Nail Tech Talk: Sara Pereira of Sara Sofia Beauty

By Callie Iley | 16 April 2022

Scratch chats to Sara Pereira of Sara Sofia Beauty about her love for Spring-themed nail designs and her admiration for fellow nail techs… “The thing I love most about nails…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Beauty By Danielle, Cheshire

By Callie Iley | 14 April 2022

Danielle Pulford opened her salon after the second lockdown, after her local salon she was employed at shut down. “I wasn’t in a position, nor did I feel ready, to…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Easter Chicks

By Callie Iley | 14 April 2022

Check out entries to the 13 April nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs inspired by the theme, Easter Chicks! Each design was…

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Create nails that dazzle with Halo Create’s Multi Hex Glitters

By Callie Iley | 14 April 2022

Halo Create, the nail art range from Pure Nails, have unveiled 10 sparkling Multi Hex Glitters. The collection boasts 22 glitters, each packaged in a glamorous diamond jar with a…

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Revealed: The top UK cities to launch a beauty business

By Rebecca Hitchon | 12 April 2022

While the past few years have been challenging for firms across the UK, it looks like business has fought back, with the beauty sector thriving in particular. 8,436 beauty and…

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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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