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Extend nails with Luxe Gel Professional Builder Gel range

By Kat Hill | 18 June 2020

Extend and enhance clients’ nails with the Luxe Professional Builder Gel range. The one phase builder gel sees a self-levelling, flexible formula presented in a handy 50g screw jar. It…

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The differences between working as a nail tech in the UK & the US

By Guest Writer | 18 June 2020

Celebrity manicurist & international nail fashion designer, Naomi Gonzalez-Longstaff, reveals the differences & similarities between working as a nail tech in the UK and the USA… I have been travelling…

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OPI adds a new dimension to nail colour with Hidden Prism collection

By Helena Biggs | 18 June 2020

OPI has refreshed rainbow shades by adding a prismatic twist to catch the eye. The Hidden Prism collection for summer 2020 features 12 new shades; six of which are available…

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Brown Beauty Talk relaunches website

By Kat Hill | 17 June 2020

Online beauty magazine, Brown Beauty Talk (BBT), has revealed a new website, designed connect Black and Asian women in the UK with beauty brands. BBT offers readers news and features via…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Nails Bab, Birmingham

By Kat Hill | 17 June 2020

“My studio is my second home,” laughs owner, Rosie Lynall. “I feel so lucky to do something I’m so passionate about and help people feel good about themselves in the…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: BACK TO SCHOOL

By Callie Iley | 17 June 2020

Check out all the entries to the latest challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating designs inspired by the theme: Back to School! The next task will be…

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Bandana Print Designs

By Scratch Staff | 16 June 2020

Check out these nail designs inspired by the super cool summer accessory…

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Salon Standards Alliance formed to raise awareness of beauty salon health & safety

By Scratch Staff | 16 June 2020

A number of nail techs and business owners have launched the Salon Standards Alliance, an organisation to create videos for consumers in the UK & Ireland to help them understand…

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So you wanna be a nail tech? New book shares insight into working in the industry

By Helena Biggs | 16 June 2020

A nail technician from London has written a book to highlight what it’s like to work in the nail industry and help navigate some of the issues that existing workers…

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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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