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TGB Academy launches online learning platform for nail techs

By Lilly Delmage | 3 July 2025

TGB Academy from The GelBottle Inc has launched an online learning platform for nail professionals seeking education that is ‘flexible, accessible and comprehensive’. The education hub enables nail professionals at all stages of their careers to learn and refine their skills on their own schedules and terms. It offers a…

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Powys nail salon: where rustic charm meets luxury beauty treatments

By Lilly Delmage | 7 June 2025

Jodie Evans, owner of Wales salon, Nail Envy, speaks to Scratch about the journey of building her thriving nail business. “Nail Envy is designed to feel like a luxurious home-from-home, combining rustic charm with modern elegance,” says Jodie. “The interior features brickwork, warm wood tones and plush velvet chairs –…

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Master ‘nailfies’ as a nail tech with these expert photography tips

By Lilly Delmage | 2 April 2025

The ultimate guide to everything you need to know as a nail tech who wants to capture high-quality nail photos… First impressions matter. Blurry, dark or low-resolution photos can make it difficult for social media users to properly appreciate your nail creations, which could impact whether they decide to book…

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Dip into a new treatment offering with INK London

By Helena Biggs | 26 October 2018

Are you seeking a new treatment to add to your service menu? One that’s speedy – but offers supreme strength? Take a peek at INK London’s Acrylink Dipping System Diploma with brand educator, Kelly Webb… About: Offer strength and a speedy colour service to clients with the INK London ADS…

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Therapists boost business opportunities on Just Wax Advanced Course

By Helena Biggs | 17 October 2018

Salon System wax specialists, Andy Rouillard and Lisa Stone, hosted a Just Wax Advanced Masterclass at Stockport’s Alan Howard Training Academy using the new Expert range. The intimate course offered new tips and tricks to help boost business with a focus on both theory and practical, hands-on advice. Therapists were…

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Add Halloween makeovers to your services with Airbase

By Helena Biggs | 26 August 2018

Capitalise on the spooktacular Halloween holiday by offering monster make-overs to clients. Airbase is running a Halloween Airbrush Make-Up course dedicated to all things scary, designed by make-up and body artist, Katie Wrigley. Katie has designed the course with a commercial aspect to create looks that customers will want to be seen…

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Shoreditch Nails launches unique academy to train new techs

By Helena Biggs | 19 July 2018

Renowned for cutting-edge nail designs and quality treatments, the team at Shoreditch Nails has launched an opportunity for those seeking to join the nail sector. The Shoreditch Nails Academy will offer a Guild accredited nail course, offering skills required to work in the salon or at a freelance level. Taught…

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Enhance your nail skills with an international master artist

By Helena Biggs | 12 July 2018

The Nail Academy Essex is welcoming nail artist, Kim Tu, to its seaside premises for a two-day workshop in July. Known as ‘That Nail Girl’, Kim Tu is an international master artist and educator and will visit the premises, which celebrates its first anniversary next month, on 22 and 23…

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Improve your skillset with one-day courses at The Nail Academy Essex

By Kat Hill | 1 July 2018

Are you seeking a one day course to boost your nail skill set or refine a technique? Located in Clacton-on-Sea, The Nail Academy Essex offers independent, unaffiliated training, providing a variety of nail courses. Delivered in a friendly, supportive environment, the course are hosted with passion by owner and head educator, Louise…

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