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The importance of a logo for your nail business

By Sophie Nutt | 20 December 2018

Strong logo imagery on your high street shop front can differentiate you from local competition and can help etch your brand in an individual’s mind. For mobile technicians, having your…

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Q61 scoops Leeds Salon of the Year award

By Kat Hill | 19 December 2018

Yorkshire-based  beauty salon, Q61, has been awarded Leeds Salon of the Year in the nail category in the 2018 Treatwell Awards. Launched this year, the awards aim to celebrate the…

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Embrace cool tones this winter with ASP’s Highlight range

By Helena Biggs | 18 December 2018

ASP has unveiled The Highlight collection; four cool, on-trend hues that are perfect for the current season. Available in gel polish for up to three weeks’ wear, the shades include:…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Laura Easby, Laura’s Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 18 December 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Laura Easby, of Laura’s Beauty, reveals cable knit finishes and tartan nail art have been popular with her clients.…

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Transgender woman opens salon to help others transitioning

By Sophie Nutt | 17 December 2018

A transgender woman has opened a hair and beauty salon in Hull to support other people who are transitioning. Ria Cooper underwent gender reassignment surgery to become a woman when…

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MANI MONDAY: Winter wonderland

By Sophie Nutt | 17 December 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! It’s one week until Christmas Eve and the Scratch team aren’t afraid to admit that Christmas songs are playing…

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Create durable enhancements with new Hard Candy acrylic range

By Helena Biggs | 17 December 2018

Colourful nail brand, Candy Coat, is welcoming a new L&P acrylic system to its range; Hard Candy. Designed for techs wishing to create enhancements that are strong and striking, the…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Amy Thompson, Fingertip Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 16 December 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Amy Thompson, of Fingertip Beauty, wears super cute ballet-inspired nails for a very special occasion. “I created these nails because…

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Ensure party-ready nails with Essence Glitter Winter Collection

By Sophie Nutt | 15 December 2018

Add dazzle to your nail designs with new glitter pots from Essence Glitter, seeing a range of festive effects. Ideal for nail looks from Christmas Eve right through until New…

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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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New Year’s Eve

For nail techs, the final day of the year is usually covered in glitter. Sparkle and silver styles are among…

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