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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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

#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…

OPI celebrates the culture of Milan with 12-piece autumn nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 11 August 2020

OPI has sought inspiration from Italy’s cultural and fashion capital, Milan, for its autumn 2020 nail colour shades. The 12-piece Muse of Milan collection is available in three formulas; Nail…

NAF! Stuff launches Safe, Happy Hands range

By Kat Hill | 10 August 2020

NAF! Stuff has developed a pocket-friendly sanitising hand care range that’s both easy to use and kind to skin. Created by the NAF! Salon team, the range sees a Hydrating…

TECH TALK: Get to know Emily Cording of Cuteycles Nails By Emily

By Helena Biggs | 9 August 2020

Glean an insight into the daily nail life of Emily Cording, a talented tech from Castleford with a fondness for natural nail care and oh-so arty overlays… How did your…

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A celebration in honour of Scottish poet, Robert Burns, Burns Night often features traditional Scottish food, such as Haggis, turnips…

International Day of Education

Proclaimed by the United Nations (UN) as a day to encourage peace and development by way of worldwide education, International…