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NYFW: Pantone reveals 10 trending colours for AW 22/23

By Chloe Randall | 22 February 2022

Global colour authority, Pantone Color Institute, has revealed its report of the top 10 standout colours for New York Fashion Week for autumn/winter 2022/2023, along with five core classics that are…

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Nailympia Online – 2nd edition: WINNERS ANNOUNCED

By Helena Biggs | 21 February 2022

Nailympia Competitions, in association with Scratch magazine, has announced the winners of the second edition of Nailympia Online. The international nail competition welcomed 13 categories with three divisions, plus a…

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Pure Nails seeks inspo from fairytale magic for 6pc Halo Gel Polish collection

By Emma Hobday | 21 February 2022

Make clients feel like fairytale royalty with the Once Upon a Time launch from Pure Nails; six reflective glimmering cat eye nail shades in the Halo Gel Polish formula. Vegan…

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London Fashion Week day 1-3: Nails to note

By Rebecca Hitchon | 21 February 2022

Despite England being hit by two storms and severe disruptions since Friday, one place that has remained as dynamic as ever is the capital, celebrating bold and escapist style and…

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Scratch Snap: February 2022

By Emma Hobday | 21 February 2022

In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for February & created some nail designs inspired by ‘Hearts & Flowers’ in the bid to win…

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The book every lash technician needs on their shelf

By Lilly Delmage | 19 February 2022

Renowned for her Lash Bible book series, Teresa Smith, returns with two new revised additions of the original The Lash Bible. 10 years since the original bible, the leading lash…

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Lash treatments: A must-have for millennial men?

By Guest Writer | 19 February 2022

Lisa Stone, Salon System educator and lash & brow expert, explores the benefits of lash extensions, lifts & tints for men… I’ve witnessed serious growth in the number of male…

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NAIL TECH TALK: Jasmin Sutor of Nails by Jasmin

By Callie Iley | 19 February 2022

Scratch chats to Jasmin Sutor of Nails by Jasmin about her favourite nail products and the importance of keeping up with the latest industry trends… I trained as an apprentice…

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Should nail & beauty salons close on Saturdays?

By Guest Writer | 18 February 2022

Layla Tourh, founder of The Beauty Boss Academy & The Creative Beauty Group, shares her thoughts on salons closing their doors at peak times… Should salons close on Saturdays? This…

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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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