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ELEMIS to launch plastic-free, biodegradable sachets for cosmetics

By Rebecca Hitchon | 1 November 2023

Skincare brand, ELEMIS, has partnered with Xampla, creator of plant-based material brand, Morro, to develop plastic-free, biodegradable sampling sachets. Via the collaboration of the two British B Corp companies, the aim is to replace plastic materials traditionally used in cosmetic sachets with biofilm, within the next six months. This material…

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Kate Moss appointed as global ambassador for British Beauty Council

By Helena Biggs | 31 October 2023

Kate Moss, supermodel & founder of beauty and wellness brand, Cosmoss, has been appointed by the British Beauty Council as its global ambassador. Her role, announced at British Beauty Week on 26 October 2023, will see the entrepreneur champion the British beauty sector, to support its reputation on a global…

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VTCT opens award nominations for deserving beauty students, educators & apprentices

By Helena Biggs | 31 October 2023

Vocational and technical awarding organisation, VTCT, is inviting training establishments to nominate deserving students, colleagues and apprentices in its annual VTCT Excellence Awards. In addition, colleges and training providers can also submit an awards application detailing the work they do to support and nurture talent. Now in its second year,…

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87% of beauty businesses losing out on income due to ‘friendly’ clients

By Chloe Randall | 30 October 2023

A study by Yell has revealed that 87% of beauty businesses could be losing out on almost £80 per appointment, as a result of not charging for additional time spent with ‘friendly’ clients. The research, which surveyed just over 250 owners of small businesses in the UK, showed that 75%…

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BABTAC launches guide to support beauty pros treating clients with or recovering from cancer

By Chloe Randall | 28 October 2023

BABTAC (British Association of Beauty Therapy & Costmetology) has launched a new Best Practice Guide to support beauty therapists treating clients with or recovering from cancer. Along with the wellbeing benefits that salon treatments can bring to clients with or recovering from cancer, the disease can present certain contraindications, whether…

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The GelBottle Inc appoints Harriet Westmoreland as global brand ambassador & unveils HEMA-free BIAB™

By Rebecca Hitchon | 27 October 2023

Brighton-based nail brand, The GelBottle Inc, has named internationally acclaimed nail artist to the A-list, Harriet Westmoreland, as its global brand ambassador. Via the partnership, Harriet will share her industry expertise by creating nail designs to inspire and how-to guides – on topics from prep to achieving a clean finish,…

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UK government calls on jobseekers to consider careers in beauty industry

By Chloe Randall | 27 October 2023

As part of the British Beauty Council’s British Beauty Week 2023, which highlights Britain’s thriving and influential beauty brands, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is encouraging jobseekers to consider one of the range of roles the beauty industry offers. There are over 4,000 industry vacancies on the government’s…

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Benefit Cosmetics announced as supporting patron of British Beauty Council

By Callie Iley | 26 October 2023

Benefit Cosmetics has joined the British Beauty Council as a supporting patron. The organisations will work together to deliver mentorships and talent programmes throughout 2024 to raise the reputation and awareness of the diverse career opportunities in the beauty sector. Marketing director at Benefit Cosmetics UK & IRE, Lou Bennett,…

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Bottle up joy with Happy Paul’s uplifting, citrine-infused fragrance

By Callie Iley | 25 October 2023

On its continued mission to support mental health, Happy Paul has launched its unique fragrance blend complete with an uplifting citrine crystal. Utilising the healing powers of citrine gemstones to help shift negative energies and bring happiness and optimism, the vegan-friendly fragrance seeks to elevate the mood of wearers and…

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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap October 2023

By Callie Iley | 23 October 2023

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Alice Knight. In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for October & created nail designs inspired by the theme ‘Fall Foliage’ in the bid to win a prize from Light Elegance. Judged by Scratch’s copywriter,…

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Glitterbels adds 24 shades to Hema-free Gel Polish range

By Carter Rogers | 21 October 2023

Glitterbels has introduced an additional 24 shades to its Hema-free Gel Polish range.  The shades range from nudes, reds, greens, pinks and more to cater for all seasons. Available in two sizes, 8ml (estimated to last 20 sets of nails) and 17ml (estimated to last 40 sets of nails), these…

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Nail Order enters gel polish market with 100 ‘hypoallergenic’ shades

By Scratch Staff | 18 October 2023

Nail Order, provider of apparel, salon essentials and courses for nail professionals, has added 100 gel polish shades to its impressive portfolio. The brand was founded by former salon owners, Rebekka and Chris Costello, during lockdown, with the goal of providing high quality retail items to pros. As popularity grew,…

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Want to create on-trend, velvet nail looks? Check out Artistic Nail Design’s Velvet Magnet Gel Polish

By Callie Iley | 17 October 2023

Create ultra-plush and shimmering magnetised manicures with Artistic Nail Design’s Velvet Magnet Gel Polish. Reacting to magnetic force to create sparkling nail art designs, the magnetic pigments are available in four shades or as two limited edition, holiday-ready duos, suiting both subtle and bold seasonal nail styling. Each duo includes…

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Perfect your nail prep with The GelBottle Inc’s 4-piece tool range

By Chloe Randall | 17 October 2023

The GelBottle Inc has introduced a four-piece range of tools, designed for ultimate comfort and hygiene. Each tool has been designed to be comfortable to use and is coated with hygienic and surgical grade titanium nitride, in a champagne finish. “When I launched TGB, I wanted to create a one-stop…

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Nailympia London 2023: THE RESULTS

By Helena Biggs | 16 October 2023

The final Nailympia of 2023 in association with Scratch attracted competitors from 34 countries to London, welcoming nailists from the Philippines, Israel and India for the first time. A whopping 320 arena seats and 363 online seats were taken by 212 competitors, and 50 judges from all over the globe…

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