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IKON.IQ offers free nail kits to Ukrainian refugee techs

By Rebecca Hitchon | 10 April 2022

Swedish developer and manufacturer of hypoallergenic professional nail products, IKON.IQ Nails, is offering free nail starter kits to refugee nail technicians from Ukraine. The kits include gels, gel polishes and…

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Spread love this wedding season with Nailchemy’s 4 bridal nail colour collections

By Rebecca Hitchon | 9 April 2022

Satisfying the nail needs of a bride is a huge responsibility, as not only will their big day be one they remember forever, but their nails will also be on…

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Nail Tech Talk: Grace Andrews of Nails By Gracie

By Callie Iley | 9 April 2022

Scratch chats to Grace Andrew of Nails By Gracie about the support she’s found within the nail industry and inclusivity… “My signature style is generally more spooky and witchy vibes.…

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Nail & Beauty Network founder expands Versa Pro Nail Systems line

By Chloe Randall | 8 April 2022

Danielle Simmons, founder of the Nail & Beauty Network, has teamed up with fellow nail tech, Angela Charleston, to expand the Versa Pro Nail Systems portfolio. Founded in 2020 with…

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CND™ unveils 4 Over The Top Effects to add shine & shimmer to nails

By Callie Iley | 7 April 2022

Upgrade your nail styles with four highly pigmented chrome and holographic ‘Over The Top Effects’ from CND™. Mix each pigment into sculpting powder or gel to serve up an eye-catching…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: World Health Day

By Callie Iley | 7 April 2022

Check out entries to the 6 April nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs to celebrate World Health Day! Each design was submitted…

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Live Life Loudly with 6 bright Bio Sculpture nail shades

By Helena Biggs | 7 April 2022

Be bold, loud and stand out from the crowd this spring/summer with six super-bright nail shades from Bio Sculpture. Available in gel and Gemini Nail Polish formulas, the shades are…

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How to avoid bridal nail disasters

By Rebecca Hitchon | 6 April 2022

Planning a wedding can be one of the most stressful times for a bride, so ensure their nails aren’t an area of worry by putting in place plans to prevent…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Emily Yafai Nail Artist, Doncaster

By Callie Iley | 6 April 2022

Emily Yafai opened her salon in 2021, after taking a break from her career to focus on her family. “It felt like the perfect time to find my feet again…

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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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