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Shoreditch Nails launches Academy Scholarship for BAME community

By Sophie Nutt | 15 July 2020

London-based salon, Shoreditch Nails, has revealed the Shoreditch Nails Academy Scholarship for members of the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community. The Shoreditch Nails Academy is a training facility…

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Artistic as cool as it gets

Keep nail styles cool this summer with 6 shades from Artistic Nail Design

By Helena Biggs | 14 July 2020

Artistic Nail Design has launched the Cool As It Gets collection; six fun and vibrant nail shades inspired by ways to keep cool in the summer heat. The hues are…

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Mii hydraboost lip lover

Enhance retail offerings with Mii HydraBoost Lip Lover

By Sophie Nutt | 14 July 2020

Mii Cosmetics has launched HydraBoost Lip Lover, ideal for finishing professional make-up services or retailing to clients in-salon. The Mii HydraBoost Lip Lover is designed to deliver highly pigmented and…

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Charlotte fletcher

#NOWTRENDING Pink ink & gold flecks by Charlotte Fletcher

By Sophie Nutt | 14 July 2020

Charlotte Fletcher, of Head 2 Toe Hair & Beauty, chats to Scratch about her journey into the nail industry as well as how to create this super chic pink ink & gold…

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Cnd shellac happy child

CND™ adds limited edition nail shade to Shellac™ range

By Helena Biggs | 13 July 2020

Designed to embody the playful, carefree memories of growing up, CND™ has launched Happy Child, a limited edition shade in its CND Shellac™ formula. The soft, blush pink shade should…

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Lessons in lockdown

Julie-Anne Larivière notes 5 lessons learnt in lockdown

By Sophie Nutt | 13 July 2020

Julie-Anne Lariviére, Salon System nail expert and owner of Sketched by J-A Nails, reveals five lessons she has learnt in lockdown…  Support is everything Since all nail technicians were deeply affected…

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Scratch Stars 2020: Judging days & party postponed until spring/summer 2021

By Helena Biggs | 13 July 2020

After much consideration and assessment, Scratch magazine has decided to postpone the Scratch Stars Awards judging days and Scratch Stars Party until spring/summer 2021. The format and all finalists, sponsors…

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Checklist

Back to Work: Nail & beauty business checklist

By Scratch Staff | 12 July 2020

Scratch gathers guidelines from across the industry for what should be considered for when you & your clients set foot back into your business… Consider ticking off these points well…

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Working safely during coronavirus (covid 19)

Coronavirus: Workplace safety guidelines released by the government

By Kat Hill | 12 July 2020

The workplace safety guidelines for ‘close contact services’ have been released by the government. Entitled Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19), the document sets out guidance and practical advice on how to open…

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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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