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Touch therapy qualification launches for beauty pros to support menopausal clients 

By Rebecca Hitchon | 24 June 2022

Skincare specialist, therapist trainer and founder of the Menopause Plus (M+) support platform, Jennifer Young, has launched a touch therapy qualification to help beauty professionals aid clients facing the effects of menopause. Launched on 24 June 2022, the Hormonal Wellness Touch Therapy qualification will enable beauty therapists to provide tailored…

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British Beauty Council launches interactive recycling map for empty beauty products

By Rebecca Hitchon | 17 June 2022

The British Beauty Council (BBCo) is helping consumers to navigate the world of beauty recycling with the launch of an interactive map. With the Council’s Courage to Change report identifying that 56% of Brits do not recycle bathroom waste such as shampoo, conditioner and shower gel bottles, simply because they…

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Nailympia Orlando 2022: Meet the winners!

By Helena Biggs | 6 June 2022

Nailympia Competitions returned to the Premiere Orlando show floor 5-6 June 2022, welcoming an incredible lineup of global judges and talented competitors across three divisions. Check out the winners below… GEL POLISH MANICURE Division 1 3rd – Jacquelyn Williams – USA 2nd – Erica Werthing – USA 1st – Kseniia…

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BABTAC & CIBTAC CEO recognised in Queen’s 2022 Birthday Honours List

By Helena Biggs | 2 June 2022

Lesley Blair, CEO of the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) and the Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (CIBTAC) has been awarded an MBE for services to the British beauty industry in the Queen’s Birthday 2022 Honours List. Lesley, who has joined the judging panel for…

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Nominate now: CEW to sponsor student placement on Cosmetic Scientist course

By Chloe Randall | 17 May 2022

CEW UK (Cosmetic Executive Women) has announced its sponsorship of a student place on the Society of Cosmetic Scientists (SCS) Diploma in Cosmetic Science, starting in October 2022. The CEW Caroline Neville Scholarship 2022 has been launched in recognition of the huge contribution CEW Executive President Caroline Neville MBE has…

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Want to partner with top beauty brands on social media? Community X SEEN can help

By Chloe Randall | 16 May 2022

SEEN Group has launched Community X SEEN, a beauty advocacy platform that is giving content creators the opportunity to partner with leading global beauty brands and make their mark on the world of social media. The platform was launched in response to the rapidly evolving social media landscape and already…

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Millie Kendall honoured with OBE at Buckingham Palace ceremony

By Helena Biggs | 6 May 2022

Millie Kendall, British Beauty Council CEO & co-founder of Brandstand Communications, received an OBE for services to hair and beauty on 4 May at a Buckingham Palace ceremony. Kendall, who has over 30 years’ experience creating and marketing beauty brands, was originally awarded an MBE in 2007 for services to…

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Finalists announced: Scratch Stars Awards 2022

By Helena Biggs | 1 May 2022

Scratch magazine is marking its 10th Scratch Stars Awards; a decade celebrating the passion, skill and care of UK nail professionals and businesses. Overwhelmed by impressive entries during the entry period 1-31 March, the first challenge was in the hands of team Scratch to determine five finalists who shone in…

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Lottie London collaborates with Chaun Legend for press-on nail launch

By Callie Iley | 29 April 2022

Trend-led and Gen-Z focused cosmetics brand, Lottie London, has teamed up with celebrity nail artist, Chaun Legend, to create a press-on nail range.  Inspired by love for his home city, the Los Angeles nail tech designed the Lottie x Chaun Legend Stay Press’d press-on nails for the brand’s first nail…

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IKON.IQ offers free nail kits to Ukrainian refugee techs

By Rebecca Hitchon | 10 April 2022

Swedish developer and manufacturer of hypoallergenic professional nail products, IKON.IQ Nails, is offering free nail starter kits to refugee nail technicians from Ukraine. The kits include gels, gel polishes and essential nail tools. At the time of writing, IKON.IQ has delivered over 80 starter kits to those fleeing the Russia-Ukraine…

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Sustainable Beauty Coalition chair scoops Outstanding Achievement Award

By Helena Biggs | 5 April 2022

Jayn Sterland, managing director of Weleda and chair of the Sustainable Beauty Coalition, has been recognised with an Outstanding Achievement Award. Presented at the Natural & Organic Products Europe (NOPEX) trade show by Millie Kendall OBE, founder & CEO of the British Beauty Council, the award recognises Jayn’s tireless efforts…

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Nail tech launches scholarship to support drag community

By Rebecca Hitchon | 31 March 2022

On hearing about the difficult experiences of clients from the drag community, Melanie Garlick of Cruelty Free Clawz has launched The Cruelty Free Clawz Scholarship, offering support to three up-and-coming UK drag artists. “While television shows have been hugely important in increasing the visibility of drag, there has been a…

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Bournemouth nail tech creates online security course to protect nail businesses & their clients

By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 March 2022

A whopping $3.25 billion is generated by cyber crime on social media and 160,000 Facebook profiles are hacked every day. While many of us would say that we are cyber crime savvy, what precautions do you take to ensure that not only your information but also your client’s data is…

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London Business Hub announces support for small & medium beauty businesses

By Rebecca Hitchon | 24 March 2022

The London Business Hub, a platform full of free business information and advice, has announced the launch of a service to help London businesses, including in the beauty sector, find trusted expert advice and free support tailored to their needs. Launching in the boroughs of Wandsworth, Southwark and Lambeth and…

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M+ platform launches to change the narrative around menopause in the salon

By Rebecca Hitchon | 24 March 2022

Specialist in oncology therapies, skincare and wellbeing for cancer patients, Jennifer Young, has launched the M+ (The Menopause Plus) platform. Best known for her cancer training for beauty pros and Beauty Despite Cancer skincare line, Jennifer’s M+ forum is designed to make the narrative around menopause more positive. The website…

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