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NABA reveal Q-Gels

By Kat Hill | 27 February 2017

NABA has unveiled a new gel system. Available through Susan’s Nail Store next month, the NABA Q-Gels are a new generation of fiberglass gels. Easy to work with, the gels are also great for creating the much sought-after look, Babyboomer nails. The range will include: Clear, for base Extreme White,…

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2016 SEES HIGH DEMAND for iiaa training

By Kat Hill | 27 February 2017

Last year saw a record high in demand for iiaa training. Across its three brand areas of Advanced Nutrition Programme, Environ and Jane Iredale, over five thousand training spaces were booked across the iiaa training centres in the UK and Ireland. “2016 has been such an amazing year,” Clare Muir, director of training for the iiaa…

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KAREN BETTS demonstrates her skills on TV

By Helena Biggs | 25 February 2017

Karen Betts, a leading permanent make-up artist, has been demonstrating her expert skills on a national platform. As part of her affiliation with the Alex Lewis Foundation, Karen has embarked on a journey to help founder Alex Lewis, who had all four limbs amputated and part of his mouth and…

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THE CREATIVE Beauty Group unveils new collection

By Kat Hill | 24 February 2017

Dream of jetting off to shimmering shores in far away destinations with the latest collection from Gel II. Perfect for soaking up the sun and dipping your toes in the sea, the Seaside Shimmer Collection features a rich mix of subtle hues and vivid colours that transition from spring to summer.…

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HIGH DEFINITION adds to make-up range with brow crème

By Helena Biggs | 24 February 2017

High Definition, the brand behind the infamous HD Brows, has added three shades of brow crème to its make-up range. Each long-lasting, waterproof and smudge-proof crème can be used to create any desired brow look; from strong and defined to on-trend and textured. It applies like crème and sets like…

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MAYOR OPENS new Doncaster salon

By Helena Biggs | 24 February 2017

The Mayor of Doncaster, Ros Jones, has officially opened a new beauty salon in Doncaster. Elizabeth H Nails & Beauty will provide clients with a wide range of beauty treatments including spray tanning, makeovers and ear piercing, as well as manicures, pedicures, gel polish and acrylic nails. The launch event,…

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Take the dip with new GELISH SYSTEM

By Kat Hill | 24 February 2017

The Gelish team has unveiled the latest addition to its product line up – Gelish Dip System. The new acrylic dip system  will see 120 colours available, including crèmes, glitters, shimmers, metallics and five French shades. The shades also match to existing Gelish and Morgan Taylor shades in addition. The French…

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Organic beauty blooms with sales up 13%

By Kat Hill | 23 February 2017

New research from the Soil Association’s Organic Beauty and Wellbeing Market Report has revealed that the sales of certified organic and natural beauty products saw an increase. The report also noted key trends to keep an eye on, including the hot trend of beauty products containing extracts from unusual food…

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DOUG SCHOON discusses new book

By Helena Biggs | 23 February 2017

Renowned scientist and nail expert, Doug Schoon, has been speaking about the release of his latest book, Face-to-Face with Doug Schoon Vol 1. In a recent interview with Scratch, Doug revealed that volumes 1 & 2, which is due for release in March, have been printed in a Q&A format,…

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NOVALASH crowns UK technician as Lash Artist of the Year

By Kat Hill | 23 February 2017

NovaLash has named UK technician, Sarah-Anne Barham, Lash Artist of the Year in the brand’s annual LASHoff competition. For the first time ever, NovaLash opened its competition to NovaLash Certified artists around the world, giving UK and Ireland-based NovaLash artists the opportunity to showcase their skills and creativity for a chance scoop…

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CUCCIO UNVEILS spring 2017 nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 22 February 2017

Created with happiness in mind, Cuccio has unveiled Positivity, its spring 2017 collection. The eight pretty shades are available in both Cuccio Colour and Cuccio Veneer, depending on the desired wear time. Shades include Another Beautiful Day – a pale duck egg blue, Everything Matters – a soft, shimmery gold,…

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DELIVER THE ultimate client experience with CIDESCO

By Helena Biggs | 22 February 2017

CIDESCO, the world standard for beauty and spa therapy has introduced a series of special months and awareness days to encourage its members to continually educate and improve their own careers, staff and businesses. Starting with ‘Total Guest Experience’ month running throughout February and March, CIDESCO has created some tips…

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Sophia Webster nail tales from London Fashion Week

By Scratch Staff | 21 February 2017

After walking through an ordinary record shop in the centre of London’s Soho and into its basement area, I suddenly found myself cocooned in a magical wintry wonderland, which was the scene for accessories designer Sophia Webster’s new season showcase, I Scream for Ice Queens. Feeling both surprised and amazed…

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LFW: Faby makes a splash at Sabinna AW17

By Helena Biggs | 21 February 2017

Design house, Sabinna, called on the Faby UK team to tend to the nails of its models for the brand’s AW17 showcase at London Fashion Week. Inspired by crochet keepsakes, the collection added a modern attitude with ‘Be Mine Or Go Away’ emblazoned across the faced of the models. The…

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TEAM CND™ create nail look for Simone Rocha at LFW

By Kat Hill | 21 February 2017

Saturday saw Team CND™ – headed by nail expert, Marian Newman – created a beautifully diverse look for the range of models at the showcase for Simone Rocha’s ready-to-wear collection for AW17 at London Fashion Week. Held at Lancaster House, near Buckingham Palace, the show saw a collection of embroidered…

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