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Dancing On Ice: Nail Designs – Week 7

By Guest Writer | 21 February 2020

Hey Scratch readers! So this week was prop week. It’s always one of my favourite weeks of the old series of Dancing On Ice and now it’s back – it’s also a great opportunity…

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Brillbird Educator Training, Tenerife 2020: Day 6

By Scratch Staff | 21 February 2020

Michelle Brookes, Brillbird educator, reveals the tales from the brand’s trip to Tenerife for educator training… Day 6  I woke bright and early to pack my suitcase, as I was to head…

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London Fashion Week AW20: Smudged punk nails @ Vivienne Westwood

By Sophie Nutt | 20 February 2020

Vivienne Westwood debuted her AW20 collection at the Serpentine Gallery at London Fashion Week, showcasing her renowned punk style. Peacći nail polish was worn by models courtesy of Marian Newman…

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London Fashion Week AW20: Matte nail styles @ Halpern

By Kat Hill | 20 February 2020

Channelling the power women of the 1970s, Halpern’s AW20 showcase saw sequinned suits and embellishments – with a nail look seeing multiple matte styles. Lead nail stylist, Marian Newman, chose two key…

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London Fashion Week AW20: Gold, black & red @ Pam Hogg

By Sophie Nutt | 20 February 2020

The Pam Hogg AW20 ‘Will There Be A Morning’ show saw a rebellious, edgy and dark collection complemented by nails painted in the three most prominent hues from the catwalk;…

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7 nail techs join Georgie Smedley Group ambassador programme

By Helena Biggs | 20 February 2020

Georgie Smedley Group (formerly Nail Harmony UK) has launched a brand ambassador programme and announced its first cohort of ambassadors. The initiative has been designed to create strong relationships with…

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Brillbird Educator Training, Tenerife 2020: Day 5

By Scratch Staff | 20 February 2020

Michelle Brookes, Brillbird educator, reveals the tales from the brand’s trip to Tenerife for educator training… Day 5  Today, educator Galina Kokovikhina from Russia taught us how to create animal art using…

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Glass gel nails: Why I love the look & how to create it

By Scratch Staff | 20 February 2020

Nail tech & salon owner, Karen M Brown, shares her creativity and wisdom in a series for Scratch… Based in Scotland, Karen co-owns (with her sister) Sanctuary in the City;…

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What the new £20 bank note means for your business

By Zoe Wickens | 20 February 2020

The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has issued a notice to beauty salons stating that the Bank of England will be introducing a new polymer £20 bank note from…

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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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