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VIP opportunity launches for Nailympia London competitors

By Helena Biggs | 26 August 2018

This year’s London edition of international nail competition, Nailympia, will see a new VIP experience for competitors. Nail technicians competing are invited to upgrade to one of 21 premium desks…

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Have fun with Light Elegance UK’s circus-themed gel collection

By Helena Biggs | 26 August 2018

Light Elegance UK has revealed Under The Big Top, a 12-piece gel collection inspired by circus culture. Available to buy individually, in mini 6ml sizes or as two six-piece collections…

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Add Halloween makeovers to your services with Airbase

By Helena Biggs | 26 August 2018

Capitalise on the spooktacular Halloween holiday by offering monster make-overs to clients. Airbase is running a Halloween Airbrush Make-Up course dedicated to all things scary, designed by make-up and body artist,…

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What I loved about my visit to Townhouse nail salon

By Sophie Nutt | 25 August 2018

Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of visiting Townhouse – a nail bar located just off Regent Street and only a hop, skip and jump away from Oxford Circus…

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Eliminate fumes with Nail Gaga filtration system

By Kat Hill | 25 August 2018

Remove and eliminate fumes and airborne dust from your working environment with the Nail Gaga Air Angel Dual Air Filtration System. The extraction unit features a multi-laters filter system and can…

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London salon owner talks abut having ‘healthy competition’

By Kat Hill | 24 August 2018

London salon owner, Tinu Bello, recently opened her second location for her brand Colour Riot Nails in the vibrant district of Shoreditch, going her existing location in Fitzrovia. Here, Tinu talks about her experiences… “Competition? Yes,…

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Teenage beauty consumers dubbed ‘generation AVID’

By Sophie Nutt | 24 August 2018

Mintel has developed an acronym to identify the new generation of beauty consumers aged 16-20, who have grown up with the influence of beauty entrepreneurs such as Kylie Jenner and…

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Airbase make-up course now available at Capital Hair and Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 24 August 2018

Airbase has expanded its introductory airbrush make-up course to selected Capital Hair and Beauty stores throughout the UK. The one-day workshop teaches the fundamentals of how to create the perfect…

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Branding tips to make your nail salon stand out

By Scratch Staff | 23 August 2018

Brand your salon to ensure it stands out from the crowd with top tips from Andrew Dark, director and co-owner of printwear and branding specialists, Custom Planet Setting up a nail…

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Nail Order Sunday Service Event

28th September 2025, 10.30am to late, Birmingham You do not want to miss this event! This event has it all:…

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Wimbledon

Highly anticipated Grand Slam tennis tournament, Wimbledon, returns to London at the end of June, serving up sporting excitement, iconic…

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