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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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Revealed: the 5 biggest men’s care trends of the moment

By Sophie Nutt | 22 May 2020

Men’s grooming has seen a slow burn within the beauty and personal care industries, however it is unarguably seen a growth in popularity year-on-year, as brands increasingly target the sector…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: JUNGLE FEVER

By Callie Iley | 22 May 2020

Techs were tasked with creating nail art inspired by ‘Jungle Fever’ in the latest challenge from Scratch – check out all the roar-some entries below! The next task will be…

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Beauty Trends & Innovations Conference

The Beauty Trends & Innovations Conference will return for its 13th year, welcoming over 40 beauty brands and retailers. These…

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Moyra UK Pop-Up Event

Join us for an exclusive, invite-only Moyra UK Pop-Up Event at Manahatta, Nottingham on Sunday 14 September, 12–5 PM. We’re bringing together…

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