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Thinking of recruiting an apprentice to your nail salon team?

By Kat Hill | 8 February 2022

Caroline Larissey, director of quality & standards at the NHBF, shares pointers to consider when taking on an apprentice in the salon… For many businesses, taking on an apprentice has…

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Looking for salon workwear that combines professionalism, comfort & style? Check out Funky Scrubs

By Rebecca Hitchon | 8 February 2022

UK brand, Funky Scrubs®, is striving to change perceptions of workwear for the beauty industry and beyond. Recognising that a professional brand image is a direct reflection of your business…

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How to turn your nail tech technique flaws into strengths to earn more

By Katie Barnes | 8 February 2022

Whether it’s trying to paint a symmetrical heart or fitting nail forms, there is always a particular technique that every individual struggles with.  Recognising and accepting your weaknesses is the…

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VTCT hosts action-packed beauty programme for National Apprenticeship Week 2022

By Chloe Randall | 7 February 2022

To mark National Apprenticeship Week 7-13 February 2022, awarding body, Vocational Training Charitable Trust (VTCT) has an action-packed schedule to celebrate the 15th annual event. The theme of ‘Build the Future’…

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Revealed: TikTok’s top 10 nail trends for 2022

By Chloe Randall | 5 February 2022

Looking to jump on the latest nail trends? Research by WeThrift has revealed which nail styles are the most in demand with users on TikTok for 2022. Articles from Google…

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Behind the Brand: Check out WowBao Nails & its big portfolio of products

By Chloe Randall | 4 February 2022

After moving to London from Vietnam to pursue a business studies course, Jen Nguyen turned her part-time job in a nail salon into her full-time career; combining her business knowledge…

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Boost your nail & beauty business with government funded training programme

By Chloe Randall | 3 February 2022

The UK government has launched its Help to Grow: Management course in a bid to help small and medium sized businesses boost their performance and growth, not limited to any…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Fabulous in Foil

By Rebecca Hitchon | 3 February 2022

Check out the entries to the 2 February nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme Fabulous in Foil! Each design…

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NAIL TECH TALK: Georgina Duffy of When Beauty Calls By Georgina

By Rebecca Hitchon | 2 February 2022

Scratch chats to Georgina Duffy of When Beauty Calls By Georgina about her love for nails and her top nail art and industry tips… What inspired you to enter the…

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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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