TECHS & SALONS

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Inside the ‘quirky but classy’ West Yorkshire salon offering a sanctuary for nail & beauty clients

By Rebecca Hitchon | 26 April 2025

Experienced beauty pro & educator, Narelle Wharton, shares the story of her Castleford salon, Narelle Beauty… The first Covid lockdown hit soon after Narelle Wharton had discovered an ideal space for her salon business. Having struggled with the heat and lack of space when working from her conservatory previously, it…

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Hull home nail salon owner: How I prioritise the mental health of clients

By Scratch Staff | 19 April 2025

Lucy Allman, owner of The Nail Shed, shares about the supportive ethos of her East Yorkshire garden salon… In 2021, Lucy Allman was made redundant and welcomed a second child. It was this change in lifestyle and need for flexibility that inspired her to carve a career in the nail…

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Pet-friendly salons: key benefits & important considerations

By Guest Writer | 10 April 2025

Have you ever considered making your salon pet-friendly? A spokesperson for luxury nail salon, Paint Nails London, shares the advantages and what you need to consider. Why did you decide to become a pet-friendly salon? We decided to become a pet-friendly salon because so many of our clients are animal…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Karen Heron

By Kat Hill | 30 April 2017

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Karen Heron celebrated her birthday with a stylish nail look to match her Swarovski watch. “The watch was a gift from my husband,” Karen smiles. “I thought these nails would look nice with it! Using Gelish shades I Or-chid You Not,…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Sparkle Beauty, Skelmersdale

By Kat Hill | 26 April 2017

Originally dissuaded from a career in nails and beauty in favour of a more ‘professional’ career, Suzanne Edge knew her true calling could’t be ignored. Now with her new career and salon, she’s never been happier. “I’d always known I wanted to be a nail technician but my family felt…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Alexandra Cassells

By Kat Hill | 25 April 2017

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! “I think floral nails for spring will always be popular but the cooler colours and edgier designs keep it fresh and modern,” explains Alexandra Cassells. “My clients always look to me to give them something a little different, and…

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TECH TALK: Jenny Nagorski

By Helena Biggs | 24 April 2017

Jenny Nagorski discusses her nail career and reveals how it felt to be chosen by Sweet Squared and Lecenté to create designs with their products.  When and why did you choose to become a nail tech? I have to give credit to my parents for this. They know I’ve always…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Rebecca Abernethy, Matrix Nails and Beauty

By Kat Hill | 23 April 2017

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Scratch Stars finalist, Rebecca Abernathy of Matrix Nails and Beauty, has been wearing this turquoise spring look. “I created these for a trip over to Poland to visit the Semilac head office and training academy,” Rebecca reveals, “I head over to learn more…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Beauty Box, Wiltshire

By Kat Hill | 19 April 2017

“I originally started my nail business working on mine and my family’s nails as a hobby while I worked as a nanny,” remembers owner of The Beauty Box, Nicola Robbins. “I decided it was time to get some training so I could launch a  part time business. I chose to train with Nail…

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