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Nail Tech Talk: Rachel Foreman of Effy Nails

By Callie Iley | 29 December 2023

With a wealth of experience both on set and in-salon, nail artist, Rachel Foreman of Effy Nails, shares how her colourful career in the nail industry began and offers an…

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Social media engagement: Why it matters & how to increase it

By Guest Writer | 28 December 2023

Alicia Humphreys is owner of Pink Fox Salon Socials, which works with UK hair and beauty salon owners to grow their social media presences and help them attract new clients.…

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Nail techs: Here’s how you can overcome creative burnout

By Callie Iley | 26 December 2023

Are your nail art ideas waning and are you feeling run-down? Scratch explores the causes and impacts of creative burnout and how to overcome them… What does creative burnout look…

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5 ways to increase your success as a nail pro in 2024

By Scratch Staff | 24 December 2023

Stepping into 2024 provides a chance to evaluate your business to support your career growth. From goals to finances, marketing and competition hopes, Scratch explores how nail technicians can plan…

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20 alternative Christmas nail art looks

By Scratch Staff | 21 December 2023

Looking for Christmas nail styles with an alternative twist? Explore the dark side of nail art with gothcore-inspired takes on festive designs.

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Looking for a solution to micro-management? Check out Valerie Delforge’s book

By Callie Iley | 21 December 2023

Valerie Delforge, founder of international beauty business strategist consultancy, The Delforge Group, has launched book, I’d Rather Do It Myself – from Micro-Management to Leadership. Exploring the concept of micro-management…

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Christmas pedicure design ideas: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Rebecca Hitchon | 21 December 2023

Check out entries to the 20 December 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Christmas Pedi. Each nail…

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The Hair and Beauty Charity supports industry professionals facing hardship with annual raffle

By Callie Iley | 21 December 2023

The Hair and Beauty Charity has raised almost £11,500 in its annual raffle, in support of beauty industry professionals who have fallen on hard times. With tickets sold throughout the…

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Here’s what you really need in your nail tech starter kit & why you shouldn’t buy from just anywhere

By Michelle Brookes | 20 December 2023

There are generally two types of students I see starting out in the nail industry; those who buy everything possible, and those who are on a tight budget and buy…

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Nail Order Sunday Service Event

28th September 2025, 10.30am to late, Birmingham You do not want to miss this event! This event has it all:…

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Highly anticipated Grand Slam tennis tournament, Wimbledon, returns to London at the end of June, serving up sporting excitement, iconic…

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