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Nailympia Online 2021: THE WINNERS

By Helena Biggs | 15 March 2021

Nailympia Competitions, in association with Scratch magazine, has announced the winners of the first edition of Nailympia Online. The renowned competition organisation moved online for 2021 following the postponement of…

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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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Burns Night

A celebration in honour of Scottish poet, Robert Burns, Burns Night often features traditional Scottish food, such as Haggis, turnips…

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International Day of Education

Proclaimed by the United Nations (UN) as a day to encourage peace and development by way of worldwide education, International…

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