TECHS & SALONS
The Derby beauty salon where clients & staff are ‘one big family’
Meet Holly Asamoah, owner of BFLY – the beauty salon creating a home from home. BFLY, located two miles south of Derby city centre, was converted from a tattoo parlour to a luxurious relaxation hub in 2024, spearheaded by owner, Holly Asamoah. The salon space is reflective of Holly’s preferred…
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Scratch Stars Educator of the Year 2025 shares secrets to nail industry success
Michelle Brookes is an award-winning nail technician & educator who won Scratch Stars Educator of the Year for the second time in July. She tells Scratch what makes a good educator, how her processes have evolved and what’s next for her career… “Winning the Scratch Stars Educator of the Year…
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Norwich nail tech: finding success with a rare neurological condition
I’m Jade Fox and I have Moebius syndrome: a rare neurological condition that is present from birth and affects facial muscles, speech, eye movement and mobility. I face daily challenges that most people never have to consider, and these obstacles have shaped nearly every part of my life. Unexpectedly, they…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! T-minus nine days until Santa makes a visit! So we’re throwing some more festive nail art designs your way in the lead up to the big day. We’re in love with these fabulously festive nails, seeing super…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Katie Foster, of Nomad Beauty, wears a super sparkly galaxy design on her nails. “These nails were based on a galaxy theme! I created them using Magpie Beauty products. I started with a couple of layers of Give Me Strength,…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hayley Winder, of Hayley Winder, Hair, Nails & Beauty Educator, reveals Christmas glitters have been popular with her clients recently. “This design is proving popular due to its classic Christmas colour palette and people love this particular glitter combination…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Christmas nail designs are out in full force, with clients sporting fully festive sets or making a subtle nod to the joyous season. Social media is now bursting with Christmas nail looks created by talented techs, with…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kirsty Coltman, of Glamour and Nails, wears a chic silver, black and red design to ease herself into Christmas. “This set was created using the CJP Acrylic system. I was desperate to use some of the new colours in Smashed…
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With almost 17 years’ in the nail industry, Michelle Nelson sought a space of her own to grow her business. Setting up in a bustling business park, The Nail Office opened its doors earlier this year. “After having my second baby in January, I felt that there was no better…
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