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Speakeasy style pedicure room for gents opens in London

By Helena Biggs | 22 November 2018

A gentleman’s pedicure room has opened in London – offer a menu of manicure and pedicure treatments ‘for the modern man’. Located in a speakeasy-style space at the back of…

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Gift clients a Christmas glow with MoroccanTan sets

By Sophie Nutt | 21 November 2018

MoroccanTan has revealed three Christmas gift sets ideal for retailing to clients seeking a natural-looking winter glow. With Christmas and New Year parties just around the corner, be there for…

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How to make your salon business stand out

By Scratch Staff | 21 November 2018

Tammy Koslowski, owner of Glasgow’s award-winning NAF! Salon, reveals how to make your beauty business stand out from the competition… It goes without saying that the nail industry is huge.…

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Salon in the Spotlight: OMY Nails, Halifax

By Kat Hill | 21 November 2018

Inspired to combine her creativity and passion for nails, Carrie Sleath found herself drawn to the world of nail art. “I did Art and Design at college and did an…

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Yasmin Oukhellou announced as new Norvell Tanning brand ambassador

By Sophie Nutt | 20 November 2018

Norvell Tanning has announced The Only Way is Essex star, Yazmin Oukhellou, as its newest brand ambassador. Boasting a super-glam reputation, Yazmin has previously launched her own range of lashes and often…

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Katie Barnes on… preventing burns from flammable nail products

By Katie Barnes | 20 November 2018

With such an increased report in allergies and accidents occurring with nail products from not just home users, but ‘professional’ nail technicians, I believe that there needs to be a…

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Staying ahead in your salon during the festive rush

By Kat Hill | 20 November 2018

The Christmas countdown has started, and hopefully you’re seeing a rise in the number of bookings filling up your appointment book as everyone wants to look their best over the…

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Sparkle this season with Seche

By Kat Hill | 20 November 2018

Transform lacquer tones with the three special effect topcoats in Seche’s Special Effects Toppers collection. Quick drying and versatile, the collection sees: Holographic Effect a super shimmery Glitter Effect Opal Effect…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Suzanne Edge, Sparkle Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 20 November 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Suzanne Edge, of Sparkle Beauty, reveals colour blocking and marbling with an assortment of glitters and hues have been…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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