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NAIL BITES: 5 tales from the industry w/c 7 March

By Chloe Randall | 14 March 2021

Here at Scratch, we love keeping up to date with anything fun happening in the nail industry! These are our top 5 nail tales of the week… 1. Pinterest trend Pastel…

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How to treat a pregnant client in the nail salon

By Chloe Randall | 13 March 2021

Pregnant pampering can be a welcome treat for a tired mum-to-be. For pregnant clients, changes often need to be made to comply with their needs and safety when being treated,…

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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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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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