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NAIL TECH TALK: Pamela Lipska of Nail Addiction Trd

By Callie Iley | 13 March 2021

Scratch chats to Pamela Lipska of Nail Addiction Trd about the Norwegian nail industry and her love for detailed nail art. The thing that got me hooked about nails in…

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How to clean your salon towels

By Kat Hill | 12 March 2021

Abbas Vawda, managing director at Majestic Towels shares his advice for caring and cleaning your towels… “For a busy business that requires daily laundering, it is advisable to opt for…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Art deco

By Callie Iley | 11 March 2021

Check out the entries to the 10 March nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating designs inspired by art deco! Each design was submitted via…

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How to care for a pregnant nail technician

By Chloe Randall | 10 March 2021

Carrying a baby can be both the most beautiful, yet tiring period of a woman’s life. If you’re a salon manager with a pregnant employee or you’re expecting a child…

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Salon Style – interior ideas for spa & salon spaces

By Alex Fox | 10 March 2021

Expert, Haz Dean speaks salon & spa styling Being passionate about doing what I love is my drive to achieving more! I’m an interior designer who is in love with…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Hannah Taylor Beauty and Make Up, Kidderminster

By Kat Hill | 10 March 2021

“The salon now couldn’t be more different to its previous life as a derelict pub,” smiles owner, Hannah Taylor. “I use to pass the premises and daydream about its potential.…

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Free mental health training helps beauty pros spot client struggles

By Helena Biggs | 10 March 2021

Barber, Tom Chapman, has launched Hair&Beauty Talk; free mental health training to help hair and beauty professionals recognise signs of struggle amongst clients. Chapman is founder of The Lions Barber…

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Maintain hygiene levels with Essenzza hand sanitiser

By Chloe Randall | 10 March 2021

Essenzza has revealed its Anti- Bacterial Hand Sanitiser Gel, ideal for maintaining hygiene in the salon. The gel kills 99.9% of bacteria and allows you to moisturise without needing water.…

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Unilever to remove the word ‘normal’ from beauty & personal care products

By Chloe Randall | 9 March 2021

Global beauty conglomerate, Unilever are removing the word ‘normal’ from advertising and packaging from their beauty and personal care brands. This move comes after new research conducted by Unilever demonstrated…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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