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What is TPO & why is it being banned from nail products?
You may have noticed a social media frenzy surrounding Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide (TPO), but why is it important for the nail industry to take note? TPO is a photo initiator…
Read MoreHow to keep your nail business thriving during financially tough times
How can you keep your nail business booming, despite bruised client budgets? Elaine Watson, global education director at nail brand, Light Elegance, shares her ideas… Inflation has got everyone rethinking…
Read MoreSeeking nail art inspiration? Choose from these long, 3D manicures
Three-dimensional manicures have been popping up all over our social feeds, so why not combine with a long nail length for added wow factor? For those of you who have…
Read MoreMeet the artist who uses nail polish to create masterpieces
Based in Dallas, US, Caroline Zurmely’s artistic practice is a testament to innovation and experimentation. Driven by material, texture and process over conventional themes or subjects, Zurmely creates relief paintings…
Read MoreWant to forge beauty industry connections? This virtual event can help!
Vagaro, a software platform for businesses in beauty, wellness and fitness, has announced its third annual industry conference: iconic.24. Designed to support the growth of businesses, the 2024 event is…
Read MoreStrong natural nails: an expert debunks myths & shares top tips
Dani Bailey, nail educator & recipient of The Shooting Star Award at the Scratch Stars Awards 2024, explores the processes behind strong natural nails… ‘How do you grow strong nails?’ That’s a…
Read MoreNail techs travel around the world creating country-inspired manicures: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 28 August 2024 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Around the world. Each nail…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Hobby Hut, Rhyl, North Wales
Home nail salon owner, Char Price, shares how she overcame a big health challenge to open The Hobby Hut, a nail salon that aims to reduce client stresses via luxurious…
Read MoreFinding the perfect nail course: a guide by Scratch Stars Educator of the Year 2024
Scratch Stars Educator of the Year 2024, Melanie Lewendon, shares her top tips for finding the best nail courses to extend your skills.. Continual professional development is critical in any…
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