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London Grace shares the story to its success as a nail care brand

By Sophie Nutt | 6 February 2020

London Grace believes ‘catching up with friends, a glass of wine and a good-looking set of nails’ are amongst the best things in life, which is why it has created…

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Ensure optimum hygiene in the salon with these tips

By Scratch Staff | 5 February 2020

Jenn Linton and Jaye Macdonald, co-directors of Aberdeen-based salon Linton & Mac, share their tips for ensuring a spick and span salon for clients and a safe place to work for you… “Maintaining a…

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Tech Talk: Carla May Wainwright

By Zoe Wickens | 5 February 2020

Scratch catches up with nail tech, Carla May Wainwright, to learn more about her industry journey… Carla May Wainwright from Doncaster entered the nail industry five years ago when she left…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Nail Hart

By Kat Hill | 5 February 2020

After years working mobile and across her dining room table, Kirstan Hart’s recent house move saw space for her very own nail studio.  “I’ve always been obsessed with interior design…

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Lecenté releases three nude Nail Shadows for dazzling art effects

By Zoe Wickens | 5 February 2020

Lecenté has added three stunning Nail Shadow shades to its existing range. Butterscotch, Cappuccino and Cinnamon are pure pigmented mica nail shadows that can be applied directly onto cured gel…

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Dancing On Ice: Nail Designs – Week 5

By Guest Writer | 5 February 2020

Hey Scratch readers! This week, fairytale week has returned and it’s a favourite of mine. We didn’t have as many manicures to prepare this week due to sickness but we were still…

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Nails for National Pizza Day

By Callie Iley | 4 February 2020

Always a popular pick, it’s no surprise that there is a national day dedicated to pizza! Celebrated annually on 9 February, check out our round-up of pizza-themed nails below…

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Face-to-face vs. online nail education

By Katie Barnes | 4 February 2020

In the last decade, online learning in the nail industry has become increasingly popular. Let’s discuss the pros and cons of both learning methods. It doesn’t have to be online…

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OPI reveals new collection inspired by Mexico City

By Zoe Wickens | 4 February 2020

OPI’s spring/summer 2020 nail collection Mexico City introduces 12 shades inspired by the vibrant art and fashion scenes of the city. Shades in the collection include bright lemon Don’t Tell…

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Nail Order Sunday Service Event

28th September 2025, 10.30am to late, Birmingham You do not want to miss this event! This event has it all:…

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Wimbledon

Highly anticipated Grand Slam tennis tournament, Wimbledon, returns to London at the end of June, serving up sporting excitement, iconic…

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