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Lockdown 2.0: PM Boris Johnson unveils more support for self-employed

By Helena Biggs | 2 November 2020

Prime minister, Boris Johnson, has announced fresh support for the self-employed in a statement to the House of Commons today (2 November) as England prepares to enter lockdown once again.…

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Offer sparkling seasonal nail art with Lecenté

By Kat Hill | 2 November 2020

Nail art brand, Lecenté, has unveiled seasonal launches across three nail art product categories for winter nail appointments and beyond. Launched on 9 November, releases include new shades for the…

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Find your mojo with autumn/winter INK London iLac collection

By Helena Biggs | 2 November 2020

Seven sophisticated nail shades make up the My Mojo collection from INK London; launched for autumn/winter 20/21. Embracing rustic hues; from the Tawny to Saffron and Celery to warm Military…

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TECH TALK: Katie Baulk of Katie’s Beauty Room

By Callie Iley | 31 October 2020

Scratch chats to Katie Baulk of Katie’s Beauty Room about the next steps in her career and her advice for aspiring techs… What is your all-time favourite nail product? This…

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Try Glitterama Nails acrylic system with trial kit

By Kat Hill | 30 October 2020

Try out the Glitterama Nails acrylic system with its Premium Adhesive Starter Trial Kit. Ideal for nail professionals on the hunt for a new L&P brand, the kit sees the…

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Overspending? Here’s how to budget for success

By Guest Writer | 30 October 2020

Beauty industry accounts expert & qualified nail tech, Ria-Jaine Lincoln, shares a lesson on budgeting and control to ensure you don’t overspend… The key to budgeting and control is good cash…

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Free Animal Design Course for Notts Nail Techs

By Alex Fox | 30 October 2020

With mental health issues and the wellbeing of all, especially nail techs, on her mind, award-winning nail artist and influencer, Kirsty Meakin is offering a live course for free for…

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Try Light Elegance gel polish with trial kit

By Kat Hill | 29 October 2020

Say hello to Light Elegance’s P+ gel polish system with a new trial kit. Available via Sweet Squared, the P+ Hello Kit sees all the products needed to experience the…

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Add sparkle to autumnal nail designs with Lecenté

By Kat Hill | 29 October 2020

Stun clients with sparkling nail designs thanks to the seven new nail art glitters in Lecenté’s Autumn Collection. Created to add seasonal shimmer to nails, the glitters are available in…

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World Friendship Day

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and…

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24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is…

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