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Sparkle this Christmas with 6 stunning Halo Gel Polish shades

By Helena Biggs | 16 October 2020

Catch eyes and sparkle this festive season with six stunning Halo Gel Polish shades from Pure Nails. The All Wrapped Up Collection has every party-perfect look nailed with the likes…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: HORROR FILMS

By Callie Iley | 15 October 2020

Check out all the entries to the latest challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating designs inspired by horror films! The next task will be posted across our social…

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Sam & Mel Show nail art contest winners announced

By Alex Fox | 15 October 2020

Sam Biddle and Melanie Lewendon of the Mel & Sam Show have announced the winners of their September month-long nail art competition, which attracted 40 entries. In recognition of Breast Cancer…

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Explore the natural nail with handy poster for academies

By Alex Fox | 14 October 2020

Teaming up with globally recognised and revered nail expert and scientist, Doug Schoon, Tracy Anne Shelverton has produced an up to date, precise and accurate natural nail unit poster. Designed…

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Salon in the Spotlight: SKETCHED by J-A Nails, Larkfield, Kent

By Kat Hill | 14 October 2020

“I originally opened SKETCHED four years ago after having worked as a resident nail tech in a hair salon for four years,” Julie-Anne Lariviere explains. “I was expecting my son…

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Salons in Northern Ireland ordered to close from 16 October

By Helena Biggs | 14 October 2020

Coronavirus: Northern Ireland’s first minister has announced that close contact services – including hair, beauty, barbering and mobile businesses – must close for four-weeks from Friday 16 October for a…

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Revealed: The 16 best hand poses for showing off your nail work

By Katie Barnes | 13 October 2020

Taking good quality photographs of your nail work is great for your advertising and marketing materials as it shows off your skills. Regularly photographing your work will also allow you…

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#NOWTRENDING Pink & grey one stroke flowers by Kirsty Parker

By Callie Iley | 13 October 2020

Scratch chats with Kirsty Parker, nail artist and accredited educator, about how she finds inspiration for nail art in everyday life, and her love for sharing skills and knowledge with…

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Lecenté unveils 6-piece Cosy Knits gel polish collection

By Helena Biggs | 12 October 2020

Embrace autumn trends and seasonal nail styles with the Cosy Knits collection from Lecenté. Inspired by warm nights in front of a crackling fire and cuddly jumpers, the rich tones…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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