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NEW SALON System lash range lands at Sallys

By Helena Biggs | 12 April 2017

Salon System has broadened its product portfolio with a new silky soft range of eyelashes. LashLux features three mink-style lash designs that lend eyes a wide-eyed effect while still being…

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INDULGE IN Cuccio Colour mini lacquers

By Helena Biggs | 12 April 2017

Cuccio has unveiled its spring/summer collection in miniature form; ideal for retailing! Each set contains a miniature version of every nail shade in the Positivity collection, along with a base…

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SCRATCH STARS AWARDS 2017 – Meet the finalists

By Helena Biggs | 12 April 2017

Here they are; the talented 2017 finalists hoping to shine later next month and be crowned a Scratch Star.  Each year, the challenge gets tougher, as more and more entries amass…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Nail Couture Nails & Beauty, Bingley

By Kat Hill | 12 April 2017

With its quirky decor and open-plan design, Nail Couture Nails & Beauty is a conversation starter – and its clients agree. “We are a very sociable salon,” enthuses owner, Cathy Lansbury-Palmer, “We created…

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CUPID CRYSTALS adds to range

By Kat Hill | 12 April 2017

Cupid Crystals has unveiled a variety of new products As clients prepare to slip into sandals thanks to the warmer weather, the brand has launched a new Swarovski crystals pedicure…

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Be safe in the workplace with CIDESCO’s top tips

By Helena Biggs | 11 April 2017

CIDESCO, the world standard for beauty and spa therapy, has announced ‘Health & Safety month’ to help raise standards in the industry and improve your wellbeing while working. “While there…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Tracy McGoogan, Notorious Nails

By Kat Hill | 11 April 2017

We want to see the designs trending at your nails desk! Tracy McGoogan of Notorious Nails has found her client have been requesting pastel hues. “Pastel colours have been super popular…

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Against the clock: How to nail your treatment timings

By Katie Barnes | 11 April 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, offers advice on honing your treatment times…  Everyone these days is in a rush and wanting things done as efficiently but…

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#MANIMONDAY – Punchy purple nails by Lianne Barrie

By Helena Biggs | 10 April 2017

With the sun shining, our moods are elated and bright here at Scratch towers – so when these bold nails hit our inbox, we really stood up and took notice!…

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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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