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Get tickets to #NailTecTalk event with Marian Newman to help grow your business

By Helena Biggs | 10 July 2018

In the first of a series of events, nail expert Marian Newman, in partnership with Salon Services and Scratch, will open conversations on topics that will positively influence nail businesses. The event, #NailTecTalk, has been launched as a response to nail techs feeling overwhelmed by the ever-changing business world. This…

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A colourful riot in Shoreditch

By Kat Hill | 3 July 2018

Just off the renowned, bustling Brick Lane in Shoreditch, a bright new nail offering is dazzling locals – Colour Riot Nails. The super colourful salon is the second location for the growing brand from owner, Tinu Bello. Now open for six months, the salon boasts a nail-only menu, with an extensive…

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Limited tickets remain for Scratch’s Summer Party 15 July

By Helena Biggs | 1 July 2018

The countdown is on… there are just two weeks until Scratch‘s Summer Party – the hotly anticipated night of fun in the capital. The biggest nail party in the UK will see guests indulge in cocktails and nibbles while dancing in a tropical paradise in one of London’s coolest clubbing…

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Tales from Nail Harmony UK’s tropical Gelish Gala

By Alex Fox | 26 June 2018

Nail Harmony UK held its Gelish Gala 2018 on Friday 22 June at The Princes Theatre in Clacton-on -Sea. Myself and editor, Helena Biggs, donned cocktail dresses and with boarding passes in hand (our specialist invite) we entered into a tropical paradise. With music blasting and the cocktail bar heaving,…

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Big Brovaz & Booty Luv to perform at Scratch’s Summer Party

By Helena Biggs | 24 June 2018

Get your feet tapping, dig out a party outfit and embrace disco fever – as the Scratch Summer Party returns next month, and YOU’RE invited! Hosted by Rylan Clark-Neal, the evening will feature live performances from R&B/hip-hop sensations, Big Brovaz and Booty Luv. The group has released two studio albums…

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Winners of Light Elegance UK nail art kits revealed

By Helena Biggs | 22 June 2018

Light Elegance UK has revealed the winners of its prize giveaway, run throughout May. The company offered up two Signature Series Art Kits, each packed with all the tools needed to replicate a stunning nail design by the brand’s ambassador and international educator, Celina Rydén. Selected at random from hundreds…

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Discover the latest CND™ innovation at July Xperience Day

By Scratch Staff | 14 June 2018

CND™ and Sweet Squared are to host Xperience Days in the UK and Ireland to reveal the brand’s latest innovation, SHELLAC LUXE, to professionals. The Xperience Days will take place 1 and 2 July across nine locations including Birmingham, Bristol and Cambridge, as well as at Sweet Squared head office and partner…

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Hazel Dixon reveals new academy and acrylic range

By Kat Hill | 8 June 2018

Hazel Dixon and the HD Nail Artist Academy education team came together to reveal the new New HD Professional Liquid and Powder range and the new HD Nail Artist Academy and Akzentz UK Head office based in Norfolk. Over 60 techs attended this ticketed event and were treated to an…

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Christian Louboutin pop-up nail bar pairs polishes with cocktails

By Sophie Nutt | 6 June 2018

Christian Louboutin marks its move into the beauty industry by creating a bespoke nail bar pop-up in Paris from 17 June – 7 July 2018. The Mandarin Oriental hotel will play host to the unique beverage-and-manicure experience, which will see guests being treated to a manicure in one of the…

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Nail Harmony to host educator event & Gala for all

By Helena Biggs | 3 June 2018

Nail Harmony educators – put 18-22 June in your diary and move around any plans, as Nail Harmony UK is hosting an event that’s not to be missed. A training event with a tropical twist, the week will feature four days of education topped off with a huge party, the…

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Scoop up amazing offers over Salon Services’ WOW Weekend

By Sophie Nutt | 1 June 2018

Salon Services has announced it’s WOW Weekend starting from today (1 June) and running until Monday (4 June)! Each customer over the WOW Weekend will get 25% off when they spend £20 or more in-store or online, meaning you can start thinking about party season stock or begin planning ahead…

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Rylan Clark-Neal to host the Scratch Summer Party

By Helena Biggs | 28 May 2018

Get your feet tapping, dig out a party outfit and embrace disco fever – as the Scratch Summer Party returns on Sunday 15 July, and YOU’RE invited! Offering an opportunity to get glammed up, let your hair down and mingle with fellow members of the nail industry, this event is…

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Louella Belle team Walk The Walk in memory of Lisa Crook

By Sophie Nutt | 24 May 2018

Taking to the streets of London on Saturday 12 May, the team at Louella Belle took part in the 21st Midnight MoonWalk in memory of company founder, Lisa Crook, who sadly lost her battle with breast cancer last year. Organised by breast cancer charity, Walk The Walk, MoonWalk London is…

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Winners of UK Nail Tech competition announced at Beauty UK

By Scratch Staff | 22 May 2018

The winners of the UK Nail Tech competition, which took place 20-21 May at the Beauty UK trade show, have been announced. The competition, administrated by Denise Wright, sees techs compete for trophies and accolades in the likes of Top Tech Permanent Polish, Salon Nail Challenge and, new for 2018,…

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CND™ distributors experience ‘the unexpected’ in Morocco

By Helena Biggs | 17 May 2018

Sweet Squared, UK distributor of CND™, joined fellow distributors of the brand in Marrakesh, Morocco for the CND™ a conference with the theme: deliver the unexpected. The three-day International Distributor Conference saw 86 delegates from 60 countries come together to CND™’s brand ‘personality’; authentic, innovative, creative, stylish and professional. Attendees from…

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