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Crystal Nail Art Mix launches in aid of mental health charity, MIND

By Helena Biggs | 12 October 2018

Crystal Parade has teamed up with talented nail tech, Scarlett Senter, to launch an exclusive crystal nail art mix. For every pack sold Crystal Parade will donate £2 to mental…

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Studex UK raises £350 for Future Dreams

By Kat Hill | 12 October 2018

Studex UK raised a total of £350 for the Future Dreams charity at Olympia Beauty. With October marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Studex team were on hand to pierce the ears of visitors to Olympia…

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Tips to help prevent back pain caused by tekking

By Scratch Staff | 11 October 2018

Dr. Joanna Lowry-Corry, clinical director and Doctor of Chiropractic at the London Wellness Centre, serves up practical advice to help aid posture and prevent pain caused by day-to-day nail tekking……

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Digital retail unit launches for shoppers to try OPI before they buy

By Helena Biggs | 11 October 2018

OPI has commissioned specialist design agency, Play, to create a digital retail unit so clients can try out OPI nail shades before they buy. The free standing units have built-in…

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Tita Turner opens up about working with anxiety

By Sophie Nutt | 10 October 2018

It’s World Mental Health Day, and while our industry boasts confidence, communication and creative flair, many nail technicians deal with anxiety on their own everyday, effecting their work and personal…

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Why nail techs should push themselves out of their comfort zone

By Katie Barnes | 9 October 2018

Anyone who knows me, knows that I am a nail structure girl through and through. Give me a pink & white challenge and I am in my element and what…

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Redecorating your salon

By Kat Hill | 9 October 2018

Are you thinking of having a salon spruce up before the festive rush? Take into consideration our top tips… Set yourself a budget Try to stick to it! Don’t forget…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Oksana Smirnova, Oksana Salon

By Sophie Nutt | 9 October 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Oksana Smirnova, of Oksana Salon, says geometric nails incorporating autumnal hues have been popular with her clients recently. “I…

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Master kit essentials with INK London The Wipe

By Sophie Nutt | 8 October 2018

Add these lint-free wipes to your kit for a slick finish to a service. The wipes are pre-cut into 5cm x 5cm squares and are designed to be so strong…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge

Today’s #ShowScratch Creative Challenge asks nail artists to create a design to fit the theme: Carnival. To enter, submit your…

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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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