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Nailon championship

Online nail championship calls for entries from techs across the globe

By Helena Biggs | 20 May 2020

NailOn Global Nail Championship has launched – offering an opportunity for techs worldwide to keep creativity levels high, regardless of skill level. Created by the team at Innovation Beauty Academy,…

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How to use alcohol inks to create show-stopping nail designs

By Scratch Staff | 19 May 2020

Scratch puts the spotlight on the esteemed educators at Beauty2trs, the online platform for nail classes… This month: Shelena Robinson & Winnie Huang collaborate to reveal how to craft amazing nail designs…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Karen M Brown

By Sophie Nutt | 19 May 2020

We want to see the designs trending on your social media pages! Talented tech, Karen Brown, reveals pastel rainbow designs have been popular with clients on her social media platforms.…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY: Dreamy rainbows by Hazel McLachlan

By Scratch Staff | 19 May 2020

Hazel McLachlan, nail artist at RubyBlu Salon Stirling has been creating press-on nails for her clients during lockdown, so they can keep their nails looking tip-top before returning to the…

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Halo beach party

Halo reveals 6 bold & exciting summer gel polish shades

By Scratch Staff | 19 May 2020

Pure Nails has unveiled its Halo Gel Polish summer collection; six bold, bright shades to excite and catch the eye. The Beach Party collection is inspired by colourful cocktails and…

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SAFETY FIRST: 3 beauty industry bodies unveil back to work guidelines

By Scratch Staff | 19 May 2020

The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC), the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) and the British Beauty Council have each released an online document of guidelines that…

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Nhbf open guide

NHBF releases reopening guide for hair & beauty businesses

By Helena Biggs | 18 May 2020

The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has released ‘Back to business’ guidelines for hair & beauty salons and barbershops, following the following the publication of the government’s Covid-19 Recovery…

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The Hut Group pledges 25 tonnes of protection equipment to NHS

By Sophie Nutt | 18 May 2020

The owner of the British cosmetics and wellness brand, The Hut Group, is preparing to donate 25 tonnes of protective equipment to health care workers in the Manchester area. The…

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Vu neon lead

Amp up nail art with neon glitters from Vu Nail Systems

By Scratch Staff | 17 May 2020

Supercharge nail designs with Vu Nail Systems’ range of Neon Sprinkles nail art glitters. Ideal for overall coverage or incorporated into art designs, the glitters are available in four colours:…

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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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