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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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USA’s FingerNailFixer launches vlog to offer education programs for budding nail artists

By Alex Fox | 2 July 2021

Holly Schippers AKA #FingerNailFixer has changed up her nail delivery and started a YouTube vlog for nail professionals. “Education is my ‘thing’,” states Holly. “And when the pandemic arrived, it hit me hard.  I could not longer travel and educate across the States. I knew I had to change it…

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3 nail artists join founder of Nail & Beauty Excellence to create its 4-strong education team

By Alex Fox | 29 June 2021

After intense educator training at its HQ in Kent, three nail artists have joined together to create the Nail & Beauty Excellence UK education team. Founder, Jade Barber reveals, “Talented techs, Jackie Nguyen, Carlie Salt and Billie-Jo Keach, have been working hard all week with me to pass their NBE…

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Over 125 nail pros amassed at the East Nail Camp in Florida for a nail-infused fact & fun-filled nail experience

By Alex Fox | 18 June 2021

“The East Nail Camp 2021 was an incredible success and a lot of that was due to the amazing generosity of the sponsors,” enthuses organiser Jessica Briarmoon. The event, held from 14-17 May 2021, hosted just under 150 nail techs at Willis Camp, Fruitland Park just north of Orlando, Florida.…

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Why you shouldn’t teach without a teaching qualification

By Katie Barnes | 15 June 2021

Teaching without a qualification to do so is unfortunately something we come across in the nail industry and it causes a lot of debate. Teaching without a proper qualification is no different to performing nail services without a qualification – we will always come across it and the lack of…

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Nail educator Rachel Lunn discusses the attitude towards nail education, the importance of elevating industry standards & the power of practice

By Alex Fox | 13 June 2021

Great expectations …by Rachel Lunn @rachel­.lunn_nails https://m.facebook.com/The-Nailroom-254269057922527/ @rachel­.lunn_nails I trained as a nail tech in 2003. Gel polish had not yet been born and the trend was pink & white acrylic enhancements, one colour polish or a manicure. Nails were just starting to grow into a more popular service that everyone…

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Course Bites: NSI Foundation Courses

By Kat Hill | 3 June 2021

Are you looking to add enhancements to your nail treatment menu? NSI UK has two course options ideal for learners: Gel Foundation Course and Acrylic Foundation Course. Keep reading to learn more… About the courses The five-day foundation course is designed to provide a platform upon which the beginners can develop…

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