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Covid-19 pandemic cost hair & beauty pros ‘over £11,000’

By Chloe Randall | 14 April 2021

A report by Simply Business has found that since the beginning of the pandemic, hair and beauty professionals have lost £11,603 on average in earnings. Despite the hair & beauty…

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#NowTrending: Ferrari nails by Amy Clarke

By Callie Iley | 13 April 2021

Scratch chats to Amy Clarke Nail Artist about her nail journey and how she created this incredible Ferrari themed nail art design… I’ve always been creative and had hit a…

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Two thirds of social media users want better mental health protection

By Kat Hill | 13 April 2021

New research has found that two thirds of UK adults with a social media account believe social media companies have a duty to protect the mental health of people who…

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Calling all nail professionals: Doug Schoon answers the Q: Does a universal monomer exist?

By Alex Fox | 12 April 2021

Does a universal monomer exist? Can I use any brand of ‘acrylic’ liquid & powder? Doug Schoon, in his capacity as expert on The NailKnowledge education team, offers a short,…

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CND™ announces education ambassador for Europe, Middle East & Africa

By Helena Biggs | 12 April 2021

Nataliya Al-Ta’ai has been promoted to CND™ education manager for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Nataliya was previously part of Global Team CND™, holding the title of education ambassador…

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Footcare expert launches Sole Potential charity to support young people

By Helena Biggs | 12 April 2021

Margaret Dabbs, CEO & founder of Margaret Dabbs London™, has launched Sole Potential, a UK charity that serves to provide underprivileged young people with new sports footwear. The charity hopes…

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The 3 big nail trends for spring/summer 2021

By Chloe Randall | 10 April 2021

With the SS21 season upon us, we share the top 3 trends to storm the nail world this season… 1. Petal Power Flower power is back! Pastel pops of pink,…

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NAIL TECH TALK: Laura Rudge of Snatched By Lulabelles

By Callie Iley | 10 April 2021

Scratch chats to Laura Rudge of Snatched By Lulabelles about her first ever client and the importance of pushing boundaries as a nail tech… What is your all-time favourite nail…

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Top UK nail artist & skater girl Kirsty Meakin launches fashion clothing line – KM – sporting 32 looks

By Alex Fox | 9 April 2021

Known in the UK industry as an exceptional nail artist, educator, judge and mentor, Kirsty Meakin, avid skater girl, has launched her own line of clothing merch aptly named, the…

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Nail Order Sunday Service Event

28th September 2025, 10.30am to late, Birmingham You do not want to miss this event! This event has it all:…

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Highly anticipated Grand Slam tennis tournament, Wimbledon, returns to London at the end of June, serving up sporting excitement, iconic…

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