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5 ways your nail & beauty business can save money

By Katie Barnes | 7 November 2024

We are all feeling the pinch, so check out money-saving solutions for your nail and beauty business… 1. Be economical with your products Let’s use a nail file as an…

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The Suffolk nail tech who transformed her lockdown hobby into a thriving salon business

By Lilly Delmage | 7 November 2024

Jemma Cornell, behind JC Nails, started her nail journey during lockdown in 2020 and four years later, has transformed her hobby into a full-time career. The Suffolk-based tech felt she…

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Beauty Hunt Finances

A financial guide & checklist for nail & beauty pros

By Guest Writer | 6 November 2024

Vorke Kalusi, founder of beauty business resource, Beauty Hunt UK, serves up financial insight… Understanding finance terms Revenue: The money you make from your services. Expenses: The costs of running…

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HEMA: What is it, why is it used in nail products & is it to blame for allergies?

By Katie Barnes | 5 November 2024

What is HEMA? HEMA, also known as 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate or hydroxyethyl methacrylate, belongs to the monomer family and is used as an adhesive in nail products. Having an adhesive property…

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Luxe Gel UK nail brand celebrates opening of West Sussex showroom & store

By Helena Biggs | 3 November 2024

European nail brand, Luxe Gel Professional, has opened its first store and showroom in the UK. Founded in Latvia in 2016 by Oksana Boitmane, the brand offers an extensive range…

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Nail techs: want to protect your skin from irritants? Get your hands on this plant-powered lotion

By Rebecca Hitchon | 3 November 2024

As you tend to the handcare of your clients, do you take the time to look after your own skin? Whether you struggle with dry, sore skin due to overwashing,…

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What it means to have half moons on your nails

By Katie Barnes | 2 November 2024

Fingernail half moons are the rounded, white shadows at the base of the nails. The industry term for this is lunula, which is Latin for ‘little moon’. The place where…

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Introducing BNTUK: a directory connecting Black nail techs, salons & suppliers in the UK

By Helena Biggs | 2 November 2024

Two savvy business owners have pooled their knowledge to launch Black Nail Techs UK (BNTUK): an online directory that connects Black nail technicians, salons and suppliers. The platform seeks to…

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Award-winning nail tech partners with Croydon youth charity to empower future pros

By Rebecca Hitchon | 1 November 2024

Scratch interviews esteemed nail pro, Metta Francis of Nails by Mets, about her work with South London charity, Legacy Youth Zone… How did your collaboration with Legacy Youth Zone come…

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New Year’s Eve

For nail techs, the final day of the year is usually covered in glitter. Sparkle and silver styles are among…

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Christmas Day

‘The most wonderful time of the year’ culminates with Christmas Day. As we reach the summit of sparkle season, the…

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