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WHAT I’M WEARING: Chelsea Tipper, Beauty by Chelsea at Aspire

By Sophie Nutt | 16 February 2020

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Chelsea Tipper, of Beauty by Chelsea at Aspire, wears an on-trend cow print nail design. “To create these nails I…

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Extend nails with INK London’s SOBIAB handy brush-on gel

By Zoe Wickens | 16 February 2020

INK London has released SOBIAB UV/LED curable base and builder gel, designed to add length to natural nails via sculpting or via the tip & overlay method. The brush-on gel…

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Mobile wellness company recruits for beauty pros seeking flexi-work

By Zoe Wickens | 15 February 2020

Freedom Wellness Therapy, a service providing professional, accessible and holistic mobile beauty and wellness treatments, has launched in London. The concept offers a wide range of services including manicures &…

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Nail influencer launches campaign to ‘Stop The Nail Shaming’

By Helena Biggs | 15 February 2020

Renowned nail tech and influencer, Celina Rydén, has launched a campaign to ‘Stop The Nail Shaming’ on social media and protect the reputation of nail professionals. In a video on…

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Choosing an insurance provider for nail services

By Sophie Nutt | 14 February 2020

All technicians need public and products liability insurance. This type of insurance is inexpensive and will protect you from most situations involving products, whether as a result of an accident…

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Brits reveal the personal data they’re willing to share with brands

By Sophie Nutt | 14 February 2020

As a nail professional, conducting a thorough consultation with the help of forms for clients is imperative – but how much personal data are clients actually willing to share with…

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Simone Radley shares her top tips for nail competition success

By Sophie Nutt | 14 February 2020

Since immersing herself in the nail industry just three years ago, Simone Radley has stunned the UK nail sector by excelling in industry competitions country-wide and imparting her skills on…

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Offer full foil coverage nail designs with Lecenté Create Foil Gel.

By Kat Hill | 12 February 2020

Offer full foil coverage with ease thanks to the new Lecenté Create Foil Gel. Offering a smooth surface once cured, the gel provides the ideal base for both complex and arty…

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Tech Talk: Natacha Botting

By Zoe Wickens | 12 February 2020

Scratch catches up with nail tech, Natacha Botting, to learn more about her industry journey… Natacha Botting used to work as a receptionist in a local beauty salon, where she would…

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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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