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The GelBottle Inc expands All-in-One BIAB™ builder gel nail range

By Rebecca Hitchon | 19 May 2024

Brighton-based professional nail brand, The GelBottle Inc (TGB), has added three shades to its All-in-One BIAB™ collection. Originally designed for use with The GelBottle Inc DesignEx Pro™ extensions, All-in-One BIAB™…

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Nailympia China

Registration opens for first Nailympia competition in China

By Helena Biggs | 18 May 2024

The first Nailympia China nail competition is to take place 15-17 August 2024 at The Sheraton Grand, Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort, China. It presents 14 categories across three divisions, with…

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Instagram & Facebook to label fake, AI-generated images

By Helena Biggs | 17 May 2024

Meta has added an option to label AI-generated content to its platforms, so that users ‘recognise when something may have been created with generative AI.’ This is particularly useful for…

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Abi Hassan Navigating Access Needs

How to navigate accessibility needs in the nail salon

By Abi Hassan | 16 May 2024

With research from P&G finding that only 4% of beauty and personal care companies worldwide cater for physical disabilities, Abi Hassan, owner of Canterbury-based salon, Hot Wheels Nails, explores ways nail…

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Bridgerton Nails

20 nail design ideas inspired by Netflix’s Bridgerton, ahead of season 3

By Scratch Staff | 15 May 2024

As season three, part one of popular Netflix series, Bridgerton, gets released on 16 May, we’ve shared opulent Regency nail looks that nod to the show to inspire styling…

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Glitterbels adds 4 golden nail & cuticle tools to pro product portfolio

By Scratch Staff | 15 May 2024

Master nail preparation and create a stunning canvas on which to add enhancements with Glitterbels’ tool range. The four non-tarnish, stainless steel and precision-cut tools are finished in a gorgeous…

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Recruitment challenges ‘a concern’ for beauty industry, says NHBF

By Helena Biggs | 14 May 2024

The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has released key findings from its quarterly State of the Industry survey, highlighting ongoing challenges for the sector – despite signs of a…

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Positive Mindset

Beauty pros, here’s 6 tips to support a more positive mindset

By Guest Writer | 12 May 2024

Sarah Hartley, social media coach at Blossom Tree Social & creator of Time To Blossom wellbeing products, shares her advice… Running a business and making time for yourself can feel…

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Nailkind Summer And Dreams

NailKind celebrates summer with 4-piece vegan nail lacquer collection

By Helena Biggs | 11 May 2024

Danish nail polish brand, NailKind, has launched Summer & Dreams, a four-piece nail lacquer collection inspired by long, light days and cool summer nights. The long-wearing formula is vegan-friendly and…

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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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