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How to work out what you need to charge for nail services in 10 steps

By Katie Barnes | 26 May 2020

Upon the return to work for nail techs, one of the most important considerations along with health & safety is likely to be a pricing for your services. Many technicians…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Chelsea Tipper, Beauty by Chelsea

By Sophie Nutt | 26 May 2020

We want to see the designs trending on your social media pages! Chelsea Tipper, of Beauty by Chelsea, says that this white botanical design has been popular with clients across…

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Beauty businesses NOT included in 15 June govt reopening plan

By Helena Biggs | 26 May 2020

In an address to the nation on Monday 25 May, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that non-essential retail shops ‘will be expected to be able to reopen from 15 June’…

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Scratch Snap: May 2020

By Helena Biggs | 25 May 2020

Take a look at all of the entries from the May Scratch Snap salon nail art challenge! The theme for May was ‘Smiles All Round’ with Daisy Kalnina, founder & CEO…

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WINNER ANNOUNCED: May Scratch Snap competition

By Scratch Staff | 25 May 2020

The winner of the May Scratch Snap nail art competition has been revealed and it is Jen Seales that has scooped the top spot! Scratch Snap is a monthly nail art…

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L’Oreal launches #SupportYourStylist programme to provide aid to salon industry

By Sophie Nutt | 25 May 2020

L’Oreal USA Professional Products has launched #SupportYourStylist, a new initiative that provides aid to the salon industry, which has been greatly affected by Covid-19. L’Oreal USA has partnered with the…

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Nail tech launches collection of hand & nail illustrations to raise funds for charity

By Helena Biggs | 25 May 2020

Shropshire based nail tech, Rosemarie Jones, has been utilising lockdown to exercise her creativity and raise funds for the Women’s Equality Party & NHS Charities. The keen artist, who has…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Kayley Cairns

By Sophie Nutt | 24 May 2020

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Kayley Cairns, wears extreme nails seeing a patterned green design adorned with Swarovski Crystals. “I sculpted these nails…

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Perfect the French manicure with Gelosophy French Duo Kit

By Sophie Nutt | 23 May 2020

Launched by Astonishing Nails UK, the Gelosophy French Duo Kit is designed to aid classic French manicure designs over natural nails, acrylic or gel. The duo kit comprises: Gelosophy French…

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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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