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West Ham appoints first team skin consultant in the history of football

By Helena Biggs | 5 August 2019

A dedicated skin consultant has been assigned to the West Ham United women’s football team to offer insight and expertise into caring for their skin when exposed to the elements…

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Travel Buddies

By Kat Hill | 5 August 2019

Equip your clients with nail & beauty essentials for their travels that will keep them glowing throughout their holiday…

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Lip plumping with Lip NV

By Sophie Nutt | 5 August 2019

This morning, the Scratch HQ was visited by Essex-based Lip NV educator, Laura White, to perform the No Needle Filler treatment on Scratch assistant ed, Kat. Before arriving at the Scratch office,…

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How to close a nail form correctly to ensure a great enhancement

By Katie Barnes | 5 August 2019

The perfect form fit is one of the most important elements when it comes to a well-structured sculpted nail enhancement. The correct placement of the nail form is essential but…

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MANI MONDAY: Combining trends

By Sophie Nutt | 5 August 2019

Begin the weekend the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Sometimes there are too many trends to just stick to one in a nail design – and…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Natasha Woods, The Nailbed

By Sophie Nutt | 4 August 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Natasha Woods, of The Nailbed, wears a stunning lilac and blue nail look for her sister’s wedding. “I created these…

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Help prevent chipping with Halo Gel Polish Rubber Base Coat

By Kat Hill | 3 August 2019

Cater to client nail needs with Halo Gel Polish’s new Rubber Base Coat. Available via Pure Nails, the base cost is suited to clients with brittle nails as it can…

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Fereida Lydiate on fibreglass nails and the importance of CPD

By Kat Hill | 3 August 2019

We chatted Scratch Stars Awards 2019 L&P Tech of the Year, Fereida Lydiate… How did you career in nails come about? I originally trained as a beauty therapist as there weren’t courses…

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An afternoon with celebrity nail tech Stephanie Staunton

By Helena Biggs | 2 August 2019

She’s tended to the talons of numerous celebrities, is a regular manicurist on photo shoots and has scooped a Scratch Star – and now Stephanie Staunton has a shiny new…

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World Friendship Day

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and…

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24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is…

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