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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Amy Clarke

By Sophie Nutt | 14 January 2020

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Amy Clarke, of Amy Clarke Nail/Make-up Artist & Educator, reveals babyboomer designs and rose gold glitter has been popular…

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Chinese New Year: Year of the Rat

By Scratch Staff | 14 January 2020

Full of celebrations, Chinese New Year officially begins on January 25th and ends on February 4th. The 16 days of the festival sees many traditions to welcome in the new year.…

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US celebrity nail artist to appear on UK TV in reality show

By Zoe Wickens | 13 January 2020

A celebrity nail artist from the USA is starring in a reality television show, Unpolished, which will air in the UK on TLC and its associated channels on 14 January.…

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How to become a training provider

By Kat Hill | 13 January 2020

Do you want to pass on your knowledge, passion and experience to the next generation? If so, becoming a training provider could your next career move. However, it’s vital to…

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ASA cracks down on botox advertising

By Zoe Wickens | 13 January 2020

A tightening of advertising rules on botulinum toxin injections by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has been welcomed by the National Hair and Beauty Federation (NHBF). The new rules state…

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Hair & Beauty Charity announces 2020 president

By Sophie Nutt | 13 January 2020

Samantha Grocutt has been named as the elected president of the Hair & Beauty Charity for 2020. Samantha continues the role after her co-presidency with former co-president, Phillip Sharp of…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Hayley J’s Nails

By Sophie Nutt | 12 January 2020

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Hayley, of Hayley J’s Nails, wears a sparkling glitter ombre nail look. “The Gel Bottle Inc BIAB Baby was used…

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Ilona Vasiliauskiene shares her career story & highlights

By Kat Hill | 11 January 2020

Fresh from scooping third place in Scratch’sphotographic nail competition, The Great Scratch Shoot Out 2019, Ilona Vasiliauskiene is keen to share her passion for competing through her role as an…

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Mintel predicts global beauty and personal care trends for the next decade

By Sophie Nutt | 10 January 2020

Mintel has revealed its insights into the global beauty and personal care trends for the next decade in the Global Beauty and Personal Care Trends 2030 report. “Over the next…

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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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