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Coronavirus: PM’s roadmap could see businesses given 1 week’s notice for reopening
The Prime Minister’s roadmap to exit lockdown could see businesses given one week’s notice to reopen, as part of a four-part plan. It has been reported that restrictions will be…
NAIL BITES: 5 tales from the industry w/c 14 February
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. Kendall’s Valentine’s mani…
Nail students showcase sustainability themed competition creations
Sarah Brenton-Sara, lecturer in Level 2 & 3 Nail Services & Beauty Therapy at Truro & Penwith College, reveals what her students achieved at their annual Cornish Skills competition… Here we are again…
Safari themed nail comp inspires techs in lockdown
It’s exciting and delighting to come across Facebook groups where support, unity and inspiration are the names of the game. Invited to judge a weekly nail competition for a nail…
NAIL TECH TALK: June Gilbert of June Gilbert Nail Artist
Scratch chats with Magpie senior educator, June Gilbert of June Gilbert Nail Artist, about her journey into the nail industry and her passion for education… I have been in the…
Booking software vs. the paper diary | The Beauty Bloggers
The Beauty Bloggers, aka Natalie Thompson & Rachel Jenkinson, discuss beauty booking systems & what works for their needs… Nat and Rach are ‘The Beauty Bloggers‘ and have over 21 years experience in…
How-to: L&P acrylic with Halo
Tina Bell, head of education for Pure Nails & owner of Totally Polished Academy, shares how to create an L&P nail using Halo’s L&P acrylic system… L&P acrylic enhancements maintain their popularity with…
How to create a successful salon team
Maddie Regan, Scratch columnist & top tech at 81 Rose Garden, share her top tips for ensuring your salon staff are a happy, successful team… Effective teamwork is something that…
The Massage Company founder scoops award for Lockdown Leadership
Charlie Thompson, founder & managing director of the nationwide network of franchise massage studios, The Massage Company (TMC), during 2020, has been awarded the Lockdown Leader accolade for the support…
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A celebration in honour of Scottish poet, Robert Burns, Burns Night often features traditional Scottish food, such as Haggis, turnips…
Proclaimed by the United Nations (UN) as a day to encourage peace and development by way of worldwide education, International…