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6 ways to manage dry & brittle nails affected by menopause

By Scratch Staff | 29 October 2021

The menopause can be a challenging time for women, with many lacking confidence and feeling undervalued. Looking good on the outside can give the confidence boost needed to feel good…

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First ‘Carbon Neutral Salon Certification’ announced in North America

By Rebecca Hitchon | 29 October 2021

Green Circle Salons, a North American beauty waste recovery service and the world’s first sustainable salon solution, has announced the first Carbon Neutral Salon Certification. The firm helps the North…

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Instagram account photographs men with painted nails to destigmatise male nail art

By Emma Hobday | 28 October 2021

London based nail artist Jess Young founded Instagram account Boys in Polish to break down social barriers and to allow the nail salon to be an inviting space for men.…

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Are you a festive fanatic? Nailchemy’s winter gel polish collection is made for Christmas lovers

By Rebecca Hitchon | 28 October 2021

With the festive season nearing, Nailchemy has released a Christmas-themed gel polish collection, comprising six seasonal 15ml colours that you can come back to year after year. The Chorus collection, which…

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Behind the Brand: Explore why sanitiser company, Kindr, stands out

By Chloe Randall | 28 October 2021

Kate Thompson decided to create her own range of alcohol-free, Covid-19 effective sanitisers after suffering all her life with dry, sensitive skin. “The start of the pandemic left my hands…

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Bristol nail tech battling breast cancer bravely shares her treatment story

By Rebecca Hitchon | 27 October 2021

Every October, Bristol based nail tech, Danni Moore, has marked Breast Cancer Awareness Month by painting her nails pink. But this year is different, as she is battling breast cancer.…

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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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iconic.25 by Vagaro

Vagaro, the business software for the salon, spa and wellness industries, is excited to announce the return of iconic.25. 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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