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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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Brillbird Educator Training, Tenerife 2020: Day 4

By Scratch Staff | 19 February 2020

Michelle Brookes, Brillbird educator, reveals the tales from the brand’s trip to Tenerife for educator training… Day 4  Today, we enjoyed training in 3D & 4D techniques courtesy of educator, Karina Frias,…

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Salon System’s product picks for National Lash Day

By Scratch Staff | 19 February 2020

Did you know that 19 February sees National Lash Day? Whether, your client adores their lashes long and luscious or they prefer a natural lash, Salon System educator and lash expert, Ruth…

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New Year’s Eve

For nail techs, the final day of the year is usually covered in glitter. Sparkle and silver styles are among…

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Christmas Day

‘The most wonderful time of the year’ culminates with Christmas Day. As we reach the summit of sparkle season, the…

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