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20 Handy Hand Care Products

By Callie Iley | 1 April 2020

Hand washing is essential to maintaining good hygiene and preventing the spread of illnesses, however it can take a harsh toll on our skin. Replenish your hands with this round…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: RAINBOWS

By Kat Hill | 31 March 2020

Check out all the entries to Scratch’s first #ShowScratch Creative Challenge! Keep an eye out on our social media for the next task…

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Business considerations you need to make – despite closure due to coronavirus

By Katie Barnes | 31 March 2020

For business owners, much of this week may have involved considerable time spent on hold on the phone. On hold to the landlord, local authorities, energy and water companies, business…

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16 lovely lilac & pretty pink nail colours

By Kat Hill | 31 March 2020

Add these pastel pink & lovely lilac nail tones to your kit for the new season… 1.CND Shellac™ in Kiss from a Rose www.sweetsquared.com 2.Artistic Colour Revolution in The Pink…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Cheryl Shanks, Polished Nail & Beauty Lounge

By Sophie Nutt | 31 March 2020

We want to see the nail designs trending on your social media pages! Cheryl Shanks, of Polished Nail & Beauty Lounge, says marble French tips have been popular recently. “This…

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Coronavirus: 10 ways beauty businesses can manage cash flow

By Scratch Staff | 31 March 2020

Accounts expert & qualified nail tech, Ria-Jaine Lincoln, shares need-to-know business news & accounting advice for those in the beauty industry… The closure of businesses and lockdown presents an extremely…

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Prestige hand soap sales increase amid coronavirus outbreak

By Sophie Nutt | 31 March 2020

Amidst the Covid-19 epidemic, in-store and online sales of prestige hand soaps have increased significantly in the UK according to the NPD Group. Sales of prestige hand soaps have increased…

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Amp up creativity with Lecenté’s new Spring Nail Shadows

By Sophie Nutt | 30 March 2020

Lecenté has launched eight Spring Nail Shadows just in time for the new season. Seeing a palette of bright pastel shades, the Lecenté Spring Nail Shadows offer endless creative options…

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How to prevent nail crystals from falling off & ruining designs

By Scratch Staff | 29 March 2020

Scratch puts the spotlight on the esteemed educators at Beauty2trs, the online platform for nail classes… This month:  Hazel Dixon reveals how to apply & perfect crystal application About Hazel “For many…

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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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