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Scottish govt to lift mask wearing restrictions in beauty salons on 31 May

By Helena Biggs | 25 May 2021

From Monday 31 May, therapists in Scotland will be permitted to offer face treatments to clients as long as the practitioner is wearing a Type IIR face mask and a…

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French Manicure: How to match the perfect cover shade for your client

By Chloe Randall | 25 May 2021

Not one shade of nude suits all skin tones, therefore, to achieve a clean and polished French manicure, it is essential to make sure your cover shade matches your client.…

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#NowTrending: 90’s inspired pierced nails by Aimie Wheatley

By Callie Iley | 25 May 2021

Scratch chats to Aimie Wheatley of AimieVee Beauty Studio about creating a safe space for women in her salon and how she created this 90’s pierced nail design… I began my…

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OPI partners with the Green Salon Collective

By Kat Hill | 25 May 2021

OPI has announced its partnership with the Green Salon Collective, an environmental disposal service for salon waste. OPI’s partnership with Green Salon Collective follows on a successful partnership with Wella…

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What a Releaf! Famous Names unveils care products for hands & feet

By Helena Biggs | 24 May 2021

Famous Names, the brand behind the IBX treatment and Dadi’Oil, has unveiled Releaf – a comprehensive care range for hands and feet. Described as ‘intentional, effective, efficient and luxurious’, the…

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National Occupational Standards for (NOS) are approved for Nails

By Alex Fox | 24 May 2021

Habia has announced that the recent review of the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Nails has been approved and published by the Government. As part of the Habia’s standard setting…

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Raise awareness for mental wellbeing with charity clothing brand

By Kat Hill | 24 May 2021

Suicide prevention charity, The Lions Barber Collective, has launched Roar Materials; a 100% non-profit clothing brand, designed to be worn as a symbol of support for those suffering with their…

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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap May

By Chloe Randall | 24 May 2021

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Chi Nguyen.  In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for May & created nail…

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Scratch Snap: May 2021

By Chloe Randall | 24 May 2021

In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for May & created some nail designs inspired by ‘Back to the 80’s’ in the bid to win…

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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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