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Studex National Piercing Day 2024

Studex hits the road to mark National Piercing Day

By Helena Biggs | 29 May 2024

Piercing training and product provider, Studex, marked National Piercing Day on 16 May by visiting 32 customers across the UK and sharing steps for success. The Studex head office team…

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Suffering from nail separation? ACESO™ system delivers targeted results for picture-perfect nails

By Helena Biggs | 28 May 2024

Are you or your clients suffering from nail separation? From the creators of IBX & Dadi’Oil comes ACESO™, a system that delivers targeted relief and support through the nail plate…

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How to master character nail art

By Rebecca Hitchon | 28 May 2024

If you or your clients are film fans, cosplay crazy, Disney holiday-goers or simply love sentimental or seasonal nail art, bring your favourite characters to life on nails with expert…

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TikTok’s tips to get your beauty business noticed on the social media app

By Rebecca Hitchon | 28 May 2024

TikTok has unveiled the TikTok Beauty Playbook 2024, containing marketing advice and industry insights for SMEs (small to medium-sized enterprises). It reveals that relative to other platforms, TikTok users spend 25%…

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Shola Ama, DJ Luck & MC Neat to perform at The Scratch Stars Party 2024

By Helena Biggs | 27 May 2024

The infamous annual Scratch Stars Party returns to The Underglobe, London on Sunday 21 July, promising a night of celebration, networking and fun for the nail industry. Hosted by DJ,…

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Considering employing a nail/beauty apprentice? Here’s what you need to know

By Rebecca Hitchon | 27 May 2024

The UK government’s Spring Budget at the start of March prompted dismay from industry bodies for its silence on support for apprentices. However, positive news came later in the month…

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Nailchemy Rebrand

Nailchemy unveils packaging, pricing & product formulation rebrand

By Rebecca Hitchon | 26 May 2024

One evening in 2017, Hayley Partridge had a vision, in which she and her husband, Dave, were presenting a nail product at a trade show. Fast forward seven years and…

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Beauty pros: Here’s how to communicate well with your clients & retain them

By Michelle Brookes | 25 May 2024

Mastering the art of effective communication with your clients is essential for retaining their loyalty. You can build strong relationships with clients by actively listening to their needs, feedback, addressing…

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Mlc Skin Cancer Blog

How I spotted a sign of skin cancer on my salon client’s nail

By Marie-Louise Coster | 24 May 2024

Session nail stylist, salon owner & educator, Marie-Louise Coster, reveals how undertaking skin cancer awareness training benefitted a client… As nail techs, we provide a very personal service. The level…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge

Today’s #ShowScratch Creative Challenge asks nail artists to create a design to fit the theme: Carnival. To enter, submit your…

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The Beauty Business Summit

The Beauty Boss Business Summit is shaping up to be THE event of the year. This is a full-blown celebration, celebrating…

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