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Salon in the Spotlight: Bennett Beauty, Reading

By Callie Iley | 5 January 2022

Stacey Bennett has been a nail technician and beauty therapist since 2006, working in several different salons and spas throughout her time in the industry. “I decided to venture out…

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British Beauty Council’s CEO and chief operating officer recognised in 2022 New Year Honours

By Rebecca Hitchon | 4 January 2022

The British Beauty Council‘s CEO, Millie Kendall, and chief operating officer, Helena Grzesk, have been recognised in the 2022 New Year Honours List. Millie Kendall has been awarded with an…

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Braille your nails with salon charity drive

By Chloe Randall | 4 January 2022

London based salon, Iris Avenue, has launched an initiative in a bid to raise money for the Royal National Institute of Blind People. The salon is asking salons and mobile…

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Personal Care Services can apply for Additional Restrictions Grants

By Emma Hobday | 4 January 2022

The latest guidance from the government has been announced that personal care services are eligible to apply for Additional Restrictions Grants (ARGs). On 21 December 2021, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi…

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CND™ unveils 5 PLEXIGEL builder shades to create flawless nail enhancements

By Helena Biggs | 3 January 2022

Build natural-looking nails with five shade additions to CND™’s PLEXIGEL system. Designed as a versatile and convenient multi-problem solution for nails, CND™ PLEXIGEL’s BUILDER provides 3+ weeks of strength, length,…

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Very Peri nails

By Callie Iley | 1 January 2022

Very Peri, Pantone Color of the Year for 2022, is taking over our feeds this new year! Get some periwinkle inspo from our roundup of reader designs below…

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Nail Art: a history in time

By Emma Hobday | 31 December 2021

Nail art. It can be so many things: bold, beautiful, empowering, subtle, fun, and can give us a confidence boost or a little moment of joy in the day when…

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Instagram analytics: what you need to know

By Scratch Staff | 30 December 2021

You’ve got your posting strategy down, your content is getting hits and your following is gaining momentum. But, how do you keep it up and stay on top of the…

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2022 nails

By Callie Iley | 30 December 2021

2022 is right around the corner! Get your nails ready for the occasion by taking inspo from our roundup of reader designs below…

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New Year’s Eve

For nail techs, the final day of the year is usually covered in glitter. Sparkle and silver styles are among…

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Christmas Day

‘The most wonderful time of the year’ culminates with Christmas Day. As we reach the summit of sparkle season, the…

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