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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap January

By Kat Hill | 25 January 2021

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

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How to reassure clients about salon safety post-Covid-19

By Chloe Randall | 25 January 2021

When salons in the UK re-open, many clients may be quick to book nail and beauty appointments. However, there will be some that are still cautious about returning to the…

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Pure Nails unveils 6 piece Halo Elite tool range

By Chloe Randall | 24 January 2021

Pure Nails has unveiled its Halo Elite tool range, consisting of 6 different nail tools. The range includes: Cuticle Nippers Gel Scraper Cuticle Eradicator Stork Scissors Cuticle Pusher Tweezers The…

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TECH TALK: Mariola Sieczka of Holy Nails

By Callie Iley | 23 January 2021

Scratch chats to Mariola Sieczka of Holy Nails ! about her tips for new nail techs and the importance of constantly developing skills… I’m a Polish nail tech, wife, and…

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Crystal Nails Presents 8 New Pro Products

By Alex Fox | 22 January 2021

Want to offer an even quicker service to your clients? Well you can with the Crystal Nails 1-Step gel polish CrystaLac. CrystaLac 1-Step offers a non-cleansing, flexible, soak-off gel polish…

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How to find a good work/life balance as a nail tech

By Guest Writer | 22 January 2021

Nicole Dowling, educator at Pure Nails, shares her advice for finding the balance between work life and personal life… Many of us constantly strive to work hard and prove our…

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INK London reveals chameleon effect top coats

By Kat Hill | 22 January 2021

Create dazzling nail effects with INK London products thanks to the FX Collection. The trio of no wipe effect top coats can be used with all INK London systems, including…

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Online Education: Hazel Dixon on the future of nail learning

By Guest Writer | 22 January 2021

Award-winning nail artist and founder of HD Nail Artist Academy, Hazel Dixon, shares her thoughts on why online education isn’t suitable for every nail tech and what she predicts for…

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What extraction does my nail salon need?

By Kat Hill | 21 January 2021

Natasia-Louise James, of Vodex, shares her advice on why an extraction system is so essential and what should be taken in consideration when choosing one for your setup… “Having an…

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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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