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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: CAMOUFLAGE

By Callie Iley | 22 July 2020

Check out all the entries to the latest challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating designs inspired by camouflage! The next task will be posted across our social media –…

5 ways to futureproof your nail & beauty business

By Katie Barnes | 21 July 2020

Difficult economic times, unpredictable world events, illness and a fast-changing world can leave small businesses more vulnerable than ever. It’s much harder to predict where new risks will come from,…

#NOWTRENDING Monochrome marble by Janine Hartley

By Sophie Nutt | 21 July 2020

Janine Hartley, of Nails & Diamonds By Janine, shares how she kept herself busy during lockdown, her favourite nail styles and how to create this monochrome marble design… “I have…

Behind the Brand: Meet Oksana Boitmane, founder of Luxe Gel Professional

By Helena Biggs | 20 July 2020

The Luxe Gel Professional brand was founded in Latvia in 2016 by creative personality, Oksana Boitmane. Her vision was to create a luxury, quality, reliable, innovative and trend-led nail care…

Treat dry & dehydrated skin with Nimue’s new range

By Sophie Nutt | 20 July 2020

Nimue Skin technology has launched its Dry & Dehydrated range, designed to treat and manage dry and dehydrated skin – the second biggest skincare concern within the professional industry, according…

Create stunning enhancements at speed with SNA Quick Tips

By Helena Biggs | 19 July 2020

Are you struggling to squeeze all your enhancement services into the day? SNA Professional has launched Quick Tips, full cover soft gel nail extensions that help you create stunning designs…

How positive reviews can benefit your business coming out of lockdown

By Sophie Nutt | 19 July 2020

As UK businesses re-emerge from lockdown, customer service experts from Woven have revealed the significant impact that positive reviews could have in helping small businesses recover. Data suggests 72% of…

Help support CRY charity with special nail art mix & craft kit

By Helena Biggs | 19 July 2020

Award-winning Bournemouth tech, Lauren McBride, has teamed up with Crystal Parade to launch a special charity crystal nail art mix and craft kit. The craft kit, which features over 300…

Care for hands with Margaret Dabbs London Hand Cleansing Gel

By Sophie Nutt | 19 July 2020

As lockdown restrictions continue to ease, Margaret Dabbs London has launched ‘new normal’ handbag accessories, including Hand Cleansing Gel. The Margaret Dabbs London Hand Cleansing Gel boasts a unique antibacterial…

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Burns Night

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…