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Beauty therapy is third most anticipated post-lockdown activity

By Sophie Nutt | 4 June 2020

It has been revealed that beauty therapy is the third most anticipated post-lockdown activity amongst UK consumers. Data was collected by Kantar Media between the first week of the lockdown…

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Celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec launches nail art design sketch book

By Helena Biggs | 3 June 2020

On National Nail Polish Day (1 June), and in tribute to the day she lost her mother, celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec has launched a nail art book by which consumers…

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ABT accredits online nail courses

By Kat Hill | 2 June 2020

Insurance provider, Associated Beauty Therapists (ABT), has allowed for online courses to be ‘acceptable for insurance purposes’. This will allow ABT accredited members to deliver accredited live education via online…

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#NOWTRENDING: Rainbow camo & intergalactic nail by Scott Featherstone

By Helena Biggs | 2 June 2020

Get to know Scott Featherstone of Dapper & Dolly, as he shares some eye-catching nail creations and inspirations… “I began my nail journey back in 2015. It was an accident…

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NHBF welcomes further support for employed & self-employed

By Scratch Staff | 1 June 2020

The NHBF has welcomed the latest announcement on Friday (30 May 2020) by the chancellor, Rishi Sunak, giving further details on the next phase of the government’s Coronavirus Job Retention…

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Leading Light in Lockdown

By Alex Fox | 1 June 2020

UK nail expert Marian Newman launches FB group that becomes go-to place for current affairs, topics, information, inspiration & government guidelines for the nail industry & beyond. Swelling weekly with…

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Indigo Nails Lab storms UK market with products & training

By Helena Biggs | 1 June 2020

Polish nail brand, Indigo Nails Lab, has upped its presence in the UK sector with a transformed website, education programme and speedy turnaround on product delivery. Famed for training technicians…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Diana Pajeva, Diana’s Nail Art

By Sophie Nutt | 31 May 2020

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Diana Pajeva, of Diana’s Nail Art, wears a brown and gold geode-inspired nail look. “In order to create this design…

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Boost nail skills from home with ABT accredited Magpie Beauty courses

By Helena Biggs | 31 May 2020

Nail product and education provider, Magpie Beauty, has launched a variety of online nail courses that techs can complete from the comfort of their own homes. There are three levels…

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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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