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Waxing in the summer months: points to note

By Guest Writer | 13 August 2020

Anjula Thakar, waxing expert & Salon System educator, shares her advice for a smooth wax service in the summer season… Pre-treatment If your clients would like super smooth hair free…

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Keep nail tools & bottles secure with Nail Buddy

By Helena Biggs | 13 August 2020

Do you have a habit of knocking bottles of nail polish or gel polish over while you work? Help prevent mishaps with the handy Nail Buddy. Designed by beauty therapist,…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: STARS

By Callie Iley | 13 August 2020

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

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Revealed: What the beauty sector will look like in 2030

By Helena Biggs | 13 August 2020

‘More transparent’ and with a focus on ‘clean beauty’ are just two of the predictions for the 2030 beauty sector, according to global market research & insight company, Mintel. The…

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Behind The Brand: Discover the heavenly duo behind Saint Nails

By Helena Biggs | 12 August 2020

With an inherent passion for nails and close friends in the nail business, Alison Jeans was inspired to set up her own brand, offering products for pros that would meet…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Trieu Nails London, Bethnal Green

By Kat Hill | 12 August 2020

With its industrial exposed brickwork and bar to serve clients sophisticated drinks, this salon sets itself apart with its trendy and relaxed vibe. Founded by Lynn Trieu and Habibur Rahman,…

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Here’s how one beauty salon owner manages client no-shows

By Guest Writer | 11 August 2020

Thanh Vu, managing director of Dream Nails, reveals her policy and actions towards client no-shows… As an owner of four salons, I’ve experienced a number of challenges, and no-shows seem…

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Pure Nails looks to the Festival of Lights for autumn nail colour collection

By Kat Hill | 11 August 2020

Inspired by the bright lights and dark nights of the upcoming autumnal season, Pure Nails has revealed its latest collection of six new Halo Gel Polish shades. Available to purchase…

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#NOWTRENDING Pink summer tie-dye nails by Beth Jakabfy

By Callie Iley | 11 August 2020

Beth Jakabfy, of Blossom Tree Beauty, talks to Scratch about how she created this striking & summery pink tie-dye design. “I started my own business working from home after training…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge

Today’s #ShowScratch Creative Challenge asks nail artists to create a design to fit the theme: Carnival. To enter, submit your…

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The Beauty Business Summit

The Beauty Boss Business Summit is shaping up to be THE event of the year. This is a full-blown celebration, celebrating…

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