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GELISH POLYGEL try-outs for techs this Sunday in London

By Helena Biggs | 15 June 2017

Be among the first UK techs to be try out PolyGel, as Nail Harmony UK is offering certificated trials with the system on Sunday 18 June. From 10-4pm at The Tower…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Charlotte’s Nails & Beauty, Sheffield

By Kat Hill | 14 June 2017

Down at the bottom of Charlotte Pilgrim’s garden you’ll find a little hideaway – full of nail magic. “This is my first venture out on my own,” Charlotte reveals. “I’ve worked…

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HEAD TO THE French Riviera with new ASP collection

By Helena Biggs | 13 June 2017

ASP has revealed four stunning additions to its Signature Gel Polish collection; ideal for summer! The punchy pink Monte Carlo, pretty Champagne Co, hot coral Casino Royal and peachy St…

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TECH TALK: Lian Hargreaves

By Helena Biggs | 13 June 2017

Talented tech, Lian Hargreaves, talks client loyalty, career challenges and more…  What do you love about working on peoples’ nails? I love being able to create different designs on a…

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CND™ stun at Vivienne Westwood SS18 show

By Kat Hill | 13 June 2017

Team CND™ were on hand to style the models of Vivienne Westwood’s SS18 showcase at Men’s Fashion Week in London. Lead by Marian Newman, the team of nail stylists helped create…

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NEW SKATE OF MIND colour collection by Artistic Nail Design launches

By Helena Biggs | 12 June 2017

Grab your skate boards and ride into summer with Artistic Nail Design’s latest six-piece colour collection. New Skate of Mind unveils bright, fun and playful shades for summer, including Babes…

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SEMILAC to launch UK academy with free event for beauty pros to celebrate

By Helena Biggs | 12 June 2017

Polish-born nail brand, Semilac, is launching a training academy and inviting professionals to find out more at a free event in Manchester on Monday 19 June. Salon managers and staff…

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GET FESTIVAL READY with Izabelle Hammon

By Kat Hill | 12 June 2017

Izabelle Hammon Ltd has unveiled four bright shades, just in time for a summer of festivals and fun. Aptly named The Festival Fever Collection, the palette sees: Main Stage, 
a hot…

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Winners of the LCBT Star Awards for students revealed

By Scratch Staff | 12 June 2017

Last Friday, Scratch editor, Helena, and I travelled to London to attend the annual LCBT Star Awards, which serve to recognise talented, hardworking students from the college. A glamorous affair,…

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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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