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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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Free training offered with purchase of NSI Simplicité Kit

By Helena Biggs | 29 April 2018

Offer speedy, strong enhancements with NSI’s Simplicité PolyDip system; a range that features a multitude of shades to suit all clients. Techs already familiar with the system can enrol on a conversion course for free when purchasing either the Simplicité Sampler Kit (featuring Prep, Bond, PolyBase, Seal and Pink Silk) or Simplicité PolyDip…

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Become a CND™ Master Painter with Sweet Squared

By Helena Biggs | 20 April 2018

Boost the quality of your work and offer a premium level of service with the CND™ Master Painter Qualification. This qualification is open to techs that have an CND SHELLAC™ Beginners or Conversion qualification, and have completed classes in Perfect Polishing, SPA Manicure ft. Natural Nail Clinic and Core Nail…

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Discover product & training offerings from distributor, Izabelle Hammon Ltd

By Sophie Nutt | 19 April 2018

Meet Izabelle Hammon – a brand offering nail systems and artistic products while on a mission to inspire lasting confidence in the pro. A snapshot look Izabelle Hammon moved from South Africa to the UK with her husband and two young children following a change in business direction and hope…

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Reduce service times with INK London E-File training

By Scratch Staff | 3 April 2018

INK London invites you to refine nail enhancements with ease and help cut down your service time with its E-File Proficiency Diploma. Fully accredited by The Guild, the diploma has been been designed to provide techs with the confidence and knowledge to succeed with e-files and attendees must be qualified…

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Embrace the brushed-up trend with HD Brows workshop

By Helena Biggs | 30 March 2018

Stay ahead of the brow game by attending an HD Brows workshop and be well equipped to offer clients the looks they demand. Available exclusively to all HD Brows stylists, stockists and make-up artists, the brand will be hosting a series of trend workshops. Run by HD Brows elite trainers,…

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Boost nail & beauty skills at the Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy

By Helena Biggs | 26 March 2018

Structured to help forge bright, beautiful careers and grow skillsets, the Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy has launched, founded by industry icon, Susan Gerrard, who brought the Jessica nail brand to the UK. Held at Gerrard International’s purpose-build training facility in Borehamwood, Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy courses are taught with brands…

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