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Salon in the Spotlight: Kelly’s Beauty Box, Crawley, West Sussex

By Callie Iley | 27 October 2021

Established in 2016 by Kelly Crawley, Kelly’s Beauty Box outgrew its roots as a home salon and expanded into a new premises in May 2021. “Opening our new premises has…

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Autumn Budget 2021: Key points for beauty workers

By Chloe Randall | 27 October 2021

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, delivered his Budget statement at 12.30pm on Wednesday 27 October, unveiling the economic recovery of the country post-Covid.  Sunak opened the Budget statement with…

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The Beauty Accountant scoops national award for supporting UK businesses

By Helena Biggs | 26 October 2021

Ria-Jaine Lincoln, an accountant who specialises in advisory services for beauty businesses, has been awarded Sole Practitioner of the Year at the Accounting Excellence Awards 2021. A columnist for Scratch…

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Revealed: 7 top tips for becoming a mobile nail tech

By Chloe Randall | 26 October 2021

Transitioning from working in a salon or home based setup to a mobile mani lifestyle isn’t just as easy as popping in your car and getting on the road. From…

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The Gel Bottle launches mini 7ml versions of nail shades & BIAB

By Scratch Staff | 26 October 2021

Are you a small business seeking a broader colour range, or a mobile tech wishing to decrease the weight of your kitbag? The Gel Bottle Inc has launched its popular…

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Looking for out of this world nail colour? Welcome Mii’s futuristic collection

By Rebecca Hitchon | 26 October 2021

Make-up, tanning brand Mii Cosmetics, which expanded into the nailcare market in August 2021, has launched a nail colour collection inspired by all things space. Just in time for party…

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‘Nail art’ tops Halloween beauty & wellness searches

By Rebecca Hitchon | 25 October 2021

Data from beauty trend forecaster, Spate, has revealed that ‘nail art’ tops the most searched-for terms for Halloween beauty and wellness searches 2021. The top four beauty trends searched with…

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Scratch Snap: October 2021

By Chloe Randall | 25 October 2021

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

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Hermès, Louboutin, Dior & more: The high-fashion brands putting their name to nail polish lines

By Lilly Delmage | 25 October 2021

Scratch puts the spotlight on the high fashion brands dipping their fingers and toes into nail colour lines… Hermès Birkin owners can match their manis to their handbags, as Hermès…

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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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