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Covid-19: CTPA updates guidance on cosmetics testers in stores, salons & spas
The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) has released updated guidance on the use of testers by retailers, salons and spas in the hair, beauty and wellness sector. The guidance,…
Netflix show nails
From Netflix to Nailflix! Superfans have taken to Instagram to flaunt their favourite Netflix show manicures. See how many shows you can spot in our roundup of reader designs below…
Here’s how to get nail polish out of everyday materials & surfaces
We’ve all been there – hurrying to get somewhere you need to be, continuing with daily activities when your nail polish isn’t quite dry, or just accidentally dropping your nail…
Explore the Leeds hub shaking up the beauty & wellness industry
Scratch chats to Isabella Gilmartin, founder of Koncept Studio, a hub of multi-functional spaces for independent creative talent in Leeds. It was in 2019 that Isabella first had the idea…
#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Pearls
Check out the entries to the 26 January nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs inspired by pearls! Each design was submitted via…
Salon in the Spotlight: The Nail Shed, Manchester
In 2007, Sarra Birrell set up her salon in Cheshire, establishing a thriving nail and beauty business. However, lockdown had a negative impact on her business. “I took the very…
Euphoria nails
Euphoria has taken over social media and the nail world with searches for “Euphoria nails” increasing by 1300% according to WeThrift. Check out our roundup of Euphoria-inspired designs below…
Lecenté unveils 3 creamy fibre gels for nails to smooth, strengthen & build
Nail product house, Lecenté, has added three hema-free fibre gels to its Create brush-on product range. Suited to clients who struggle with weak natural nails prone to splits and breakages,…
3D augmented reality nails: The future of nail styling?
The newest technical innovation to impact the nail world is likely to astound – mainly because it doesn’t physically exist. We’re talking about the augmented reality (AR) manicure: technology that…
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Proclaimed by the United Nations (UN) as a day to encourage peace and development by way of worldwide education, International…