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BeautyLab ensures HDTV-ready skin for X Factor: Celebrity finalists

By Scratch Staff | 14 December 2019

Skincare brand, BeautyLab, returned to the set of the X Factor for another year to tend to the complexions of this year’s X Factor: Celebrity contestants. The brand, which has partnered with…

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Indulge clients with BeautyPro Spa At Home Gift Set

By Sophie Nutt | 13 December 2019

Encourage clients to practice a spot of self care in the comfort of their own home this winter with the BeautyPro Spa At Home Gift Set. The gift set includes…

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Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy introduces VTCT Swedish Body Massage Course

By Sophie Nutt | 13 December 2019

Fancy kicking off the new year by training in a new skill? The Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy has introduced the 10-week VTCT Swedish Body Massage Course to its range of…

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What does a Conservative election win mean for salons?

By Sophie Nutt | 13 December 2019

The NHBF analyses the conservative election win and what it will mean for salons… Boris Johnson’s government has been re-elected with a strong majority, making it very likely that the…

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Retail sales drive December boost for salons

By Kat Hill | 13 December 2019

New stats from Phorest Salon Software have revealed that retail sales are the the main driver of December success for salons. Phorest looked at over 6,000 salons in the US,…

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How to encourage product sales in the run up to Christmas

By Sophie Nutt | 12 December 2019

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so be sure to utilise the season of goodwill by making the most of your retail offerings. An easy way to generate…

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CIDESCO launches sustainability initiative

By Sophie Nutt | 11 December 2019

CIDESCO, the world standard for beauty and spa therapy, is encouraging its members, students and schools to become more aware and supportive of environmental issues by issuing them with guidelines…

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TGB Academy launches new nail art workshops

By Sophie Nutt | 10 December 2019

The Gel Bottle Inc has launched new nail art workshops via the TGB Academy. Lead by a range of The Gel Bottle Inc ambassadors and educators, the workshops are designed…

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Scottish Hair & Beauty Awards 2019 winners revealed

By Kat Hill | 10 December 2019

The winners of the eighth Scottish Hair & Beauty Awards 2019 have been announced. The results were revealed at a glitzy ceremony, more than 600 hair and beauty professionals based…

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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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