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Nail pros recognised in NHBF Top 100 Influencers Index 2023

By Rebecca Hitchon | 21 November 2023

Last night (20 November 2023), esteemed names from the hair and beauty industry gathered for the National Hair & Beauty Federation’s Top 100 Influencers Index event. The NHBF Index recognises…

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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap November 2023

By Callie Iley | 20 November 2023

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Becky Marshall. In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for November and created nail…

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Check out the captivating celestial nail art creations entered in November 2023’s Scratch Snap comp

By Callie Iley | 20 November 2023

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Becky Marshall. In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for November and created nail…

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Glitterbels nail brand expands distribution to US market

By Helena Biggs | 20 November 2023

Glitterbels, the professional nail brand co-founded by Newcastle-under-Lyme nail artist, Annabel Maginnis, in 2018, has launched a distribution headquarters in the USA. The brand has opened a pink-coloured warehouse in…

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Get the look: Kim Kardashian’s GQ Awards chocolate nail style

By Helena Biggs | 20 November 2023

TV personality & business owner, Kim Kardashian, was awarded the Tycoon of the Year award at the GQ Men of the Year Awards, showcasing a chocolate brown nail look created…

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15 Mickey & Minnie Mouse nail ideas for a magical manicure

By Carter Rogers | 18 November 2023

To mark our favourite mouse couple’s birthday (18 November), we’re sharing 15 designs inspired by Disney’s Mickey and Minnie Mouse.

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‘Here’s why I actively promote my salon as gender inclusive’

By Rebecca Hitchon | 17 November 2023

Is it clear that your business is inclusive to all? Some gender norms and discrimination can hold people back from entering salon spaces. Sarah Brown, owner of Angel Avenue salon…

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Embrace opulence with Artistic Nail Design’s Dripping In Diamonds collection

By Callie Iley | 16 November 2023

Inspired by the opulent allure of the holiday period, Artistic Nail Design has launched its Dripping In Diamonds collection, featuring six striking seasonal shades. Offering three rich crèmes and three…

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How to perfect pronouns in your beauty business & beyond

By Guest Writer | 15 November 2023

Salon owner, industry advisor & founder of Be Trans Aware inclusivity awareness education, Sam Marshall, serves up advice on pronoun use… “How is they?” was a question my good friend asked about a…

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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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