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How to advertise a vacant job role

By Sophie Nutt | 3 January 2019

As an employer, hiring and keeping the right staff for your business will undoubtedly be your biggest ongoing challenge. In terms of hiring, you will need to be thorough in…

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Second #NailTecTalk event to focus on nail product compliance

By Helena Biggs | 2 January 2019

Salon Services is to hold its second #NailTechTalk in collaboration with Scratch and nail aficionado, Marian Newman. The event will welcome special guests to chat in open conversation with attendees,…

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Dazzle with the Halo Nails Follow The Star collection

By Helena Biggs | 2 January 2019

Keep the party season going even on the return to work with the stunning Halo gel polish collection from Pure Nails. Follow The Star features six shimmering shades, each with…

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Scratch unveils expert magazine columnists for 2019

By Helena Biggs | 2 January 2019

As 2019 kicks off, Scratch welcomes new expert contributors that will be imparting wisdom through the magazine in the year ahead. Covering topics from business to media, design to technique…

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Create eye-catching looks in a flash with ASP Quick Dip in Paparazzi

By Helena Biggs | 2 January 2019

With a ‘Dip & Done’ ethos, the Paparazzi Acrylic Powder collection from ASP affords stunning, sparkly enhancements in a flash. Offering the wearability of a soak-off gel and the durability of…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Jemma Ball, Jemma Bailey Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 1 January 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jemma Ball, of Jemma Bailey Beauty, reveals tartan accent nails have been very popular with her clients over the…

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How to encourage CPD within your team

By Kat Hill | 1 January 2019

Helena Linsky, co-director of salon chain, Q61, shares her thoughts on the importance of encouraging CPD within your team. “Education is at the heart of Q61, and has allowed us…

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Why it’s important to enter nail competitions

By Scratch Staff | 31 December 2018

With the Scratch Stars Awards 2019 opening for entry 1 February and Nailympia competitions on the horizon, industry veteran Sue Davies reveals why it’s important to enter nail competitions – and what it takes to…

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MANI MONDAY: New Year’s Eve

By Sophie Nutt | 31 December 2018

Begin the week (or in this case – the year) the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Happy New Year! Many clients will be heading out tonight…

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The Beauty Business Summit

The Beauty Boss Business Summit is shaping up to be THE event of the year. This is a full-blown celebration, celebrating…

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Scratch Snap nail art competition

Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…

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