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The Edge Nails adds to range of PPE

By Kat Hill | 28 August 2020

The Edge Nails has revealed new personal protective items in its range of equipment for nail and beauty technicians and salons. New additions includes 3-Ply Protective Disposable Face Masks in boxes…

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Health & beauty sector ‘least prepared’ for second wave of Coronavirus

By Sophie Nutt | 28 August 2020

The health and beauty sector is the least prepared for a second wave of Covid-19, according to a new survey by Brightpearl. The research (a survey of 500 retailers) found…

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A bohemian nail style rhapsody with Cat Wong

By Alex Fox | 27 August 2020

My favourite pastime is to browse nail designs and nailists on Instagram and Facebook, whenever I can. I do this in the hope of being arrested by art so strong,…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: ABSTRACT ART

By Callie Iley | 27 August 2020

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

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UK cosmetics & toiletries industry to decline by 10% in 2020

By Sophie Nutt | 27 August 2020

The UK cosmetics and toiletries sector will see a £1.7bn value decline in 2020. Research conducted by GlobalData has revealed that 43% of UK consumers plan to reduce socialising outside…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Hollie Barker Nail Artist, Castleford, West Yorkshire

By Kat Hill | 26 August 2020

When the nation went into lockdown in March, salon owner, Hollie Barker, was forced to close her business’ doors – before they’d even opened. Completed just one week before the…

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Nail Tech & Wellness Coach Creates Fabulosity Group for Women 40+

By Alex Fox | 25 August 2020

Nailympia judge and well-known industry figure from Australia, Jai Harvey-Yin has successfully moved sideways into the arena of empowerment and wellness. Following her new purpose, this move has added Reiki,…

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LASHUS launches Gentle Lash Cleanser & Brush

By Kat Hill | 25 August 2020

Ideal for retailing to lash clients seeking maintenance products between appointments, LASHUS has revealed two new additions. The Gentle Lash Cleanser is an ideal daily retail item for clients to…

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#NOWTRENDING Dreamy lilac skies by Ashleigh Brace

By Callie Iley | 25 August 2020

Ashleigh Brace of May May Beauty chats with Scratch about creating this dreamy nail design and her life as a nail tech. “My time in the industry began when I…

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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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