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What is a nail technician? Discuss…

By Scratch Staff | 11 July 2018

Bob Giblett, co-owner of Swedish nail product & education provider, Iryna Giblett AB, dissects the role of the nail technician and discusses differing standards across the globe… What is a…

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Habia Ambassador Network open for applications

By Kat Hill | 11 July 2018

The Hair and Beauty Industry Authority – or Habia – has launched an ambassador network for hairdressing and beauty therapy departments within further education colleges. This new network will see colleges…

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How to tell when nail files need replacing

By Katie Barnes | 11 July 2018

Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals why its important to know when your nail files need replacing… Something that is often overlooked (but is one of the most…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Skye Beauty Salon, Highland, Scotland

By Kat Hill | 11 July 2018

Lynn Riley opened Skye Beauty Salon in July 2017 with great ambitions for the business. “I had a huge client base already built up in my area which made the…

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Prepare for autumnal nail requests with Dr.’s Remedy AW2018 collection

By Sophie Nutt | 10 July 2018

Seeing five new autumnal hues, Dr.’s Remedy Enriched Nail Care has released its AW2018 collection. The collection features… Balance Brick: a classic deep bold red Wonderful Wine: a deep burgundy…

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Get tickets to #NailTecTalk event with Marian Newman to help grow your business

By Helena Biggs | 10 July 2018

In the first of a series of events, nail expert Marian Newman, in partnership with Salon Services and Scratch, will open conversations on topics that will positively influence nail businesses.…

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Bluesky UK launches professional line of nail products

By Helena Biggs | 10 July 2018

Nail brand, Bluesky, has appointed a new distributor for the UK and Ireland, tasked with distributing a new line of gel polish products specifically for the professional. Bluesky UK marketing director,…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Lauren Holmes, Nailed It Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 10 July 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Lauren Holmes, of Nailed It Beauty, reveals that Lana heart nail looks are constantly popular with her clients, however…

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The Gelish Gala 2018

By Scratch Staff | 9 July 2018

Nail Harmony UK held its Gelish Gala 2018 on Friday 22 June at The Princes Theatre in Clacton-on -Sea. Guests wore their finest and, with boarding passes in hand (a specialist invite), entered…

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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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