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Hair & Beauty Charity announces support steps amid coronavirus outbreak

By Helena Biggs | 26 March 2020

The Hair & Beauty Charity, an independent service dedicated to helping hair and beauty professionals in need, has released a statement regarding support following the coronavirus outbreak. The charity offers…

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7 ways to stay healthy at home

By Scratch Staff | 25 March 2020

Dr Kuldeep Minocha, GP & cosmetic doctor at London-based Tempus Clinic, reveals 7 ways to stay healthy at home during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.   1. Keep hydrated You and…

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Tech Talk: From nail salon to home studio with Holly Phillips

By Zoe Wickens | 25 March 2020

Scratch catches up with nail tech, Holly Phillips, to learn more about her industry journey… Holly Phillips works as a self-employed nail tech from a studio in her home in Cambridgeshire.…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Nails & Beauty By Jamie, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire

By Kat Hill | 25 March 2020

A recent house presented Jamie Didlock the chance to create a private nail studio. “I’ve always wanted my own home salon, but wasn’t able to as we didn’t have the…

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Embrace eco-nail art with 5 products from Essence Glitter

By Zoe Wickens | 25 March 2020

Essence Glitter has released five shades of bio glitter to add a touch of sparkle to nail art designs. Fully biodegradable, the glitters are suitable for nail and cosmetics use…

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How to spot domestic abuse signs in clients

By Zoe Wickens | 24 March 2020

A staggering one in four women* will experience abuse from a partner or ex-partner at some time in their life, and two are killed each week. “They may be our…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Chelsea Tipper, Beauty by Chelsea at Aspire

By Sophie Nutt | 24 March 2020

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Chelsea Tipper, of Beauty by Chelsea at Aspire, revealed the combination of animal print and pastel shades has been…

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Enhance the natural nail with Cuccio Brush-on Builder with Calcium

By Sophie Nutt | 24 March 2020

Cuccio has launched an LED/UV Brush-on Builder gel enriched with calcium for use on natural nails. Boasting a straightforward brush-on formula, the product applies like a soak-off gel polish but…

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Sculpt & add strength with Lecenté Create Builder Gel

By Zoe Wickens | 23 March 2020

Lecenté has extended its product range with the release of the Create Builder Gel. The formula works with the Create Gel system and can be used as an overlay on…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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