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Add a gothcore twist to festive nail art with 20 alternative Christmas nail looks
Looking for Christmas nail art with an alternative twist? Invite clients to explore the dark side of nail art this Christmas with gothcore-inspired twists on festive styles.
Read MoreChristmas pedicure design ideas: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 20 December 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Christmas Pedi. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #showscratch #creativechallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.
Read MoreThe Hair and Beauty Charity supports industry professionals facing hardship with annual raffle
The Hair and Beauty Charity has raised almost £11,500 in its annual raffle, in support of beauty industry professionals who have fallen on hard times. With tickets sold throughout the year both online and at industry events, the winners were revealed across the charity’s social media by charity supporter, Errol…
Read MoreHere’s what you really need in your nail tech starter kit & why you shouldn’t buy from just anywhere
There are generally two types of students I see starting out in the nail industry; those who buy everything possible, and those who are on a tight budget and buy inferior products. Sometimes, I look at the kits of my students and see that they have more stock than me!…
Read More25 festive foliage designs to inspire your Christmas nail art creations
We love some mistletoe, a Christmas garland or a festive wreath on nails. We’ve rounded up 25 festive foliage nail art looks to inspire your creations…
Read More52% of Gen Z view nail appointments as ‘essential’. Here’s why…
In the Future of Beauty and Wellness Report 2024, salon booking platform, Fresha’s research has revealed a shift in attitudes towards beauty treatments being seen as a necessity. Having traditionally been associated with indulgence or as a treat for special occasions, the research shows that nail appointments and other beauty…
Read MoreCheck out entries to the 24 April 2024 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Unique Nail Shapes. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #showscratch #creativechallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.
Read MoreJo Tompkins, winner of the Scratch Stars Nail Business Mentor of the Year award 2023, is offering a free four-day challenge to help nail and beauty pros earn £3-5k per month. The business coach & founder of Nail Tech Tribe and The Nail Business Success Club launches Nail Your Epic Life…
Read MoreFollowing voting in its 2024 Board Member Elections, the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has announced additions to its board. Debbie Digby, Louise Fordham and Richard Marshall (pictured above left to right) will officially begin their roles from the NHBF’s Annual General Meeting, scheduled for July. Founding partner of…
Read MoreOur social media feeds have been full of colour this season, with bold and bright leopard print nail styling dominating. A classic style that has particularly captured attention in 2024 with the popular mob wife aesthetic, leopard print has now had a spring-friendly upgrade. Check out our roundup of on-trend…
Read MoreProfessional Beauty & Hair Dublin and the Federation of Nail Professionals (FNP) hosted a nail contest, 21-22 April 2024, with keen nailists competing across 11 categories. The judges in this esteemed competition were: Marian Newman BEM – FNP chair Jacqui O’Sullivan – competition director & head judge Sean O’Sullivan –…
Read MoreWhat does a piercing brand have in common with basketball players? An unwavering desire to sparkle – and that’s just what happened at the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) Final Four Men’s College Basketball Championship in Arizona. Piercing specialist, Studex USA, was invited to the championship in Glendale to join…
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