CND™ enchants with 6 nail shades for autumn 2022
CND™ has unveiled its autumn 2022 nail colour collection, designed to bring ‘energy, optimism and romance’ to nails. Featuring a modern, vibrant palette for the season, the six shades in the In Fall Bloom collection offer a perfect transition from summer hues and are available in both CND™ Shellac™ and CND™…
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Report urges govt to ‘speed up’ licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures
The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has welcomed a report this week from the Commons Health & Social Care Committee, which urges the government to speed up the introduction of the licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures. It is hoped that a stringent licensing initiative for treatments such as…
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Minnesota woman’s 42ft nails make history as longest nails ever
Diana Armstrong of Minnesota, USA, has been honoured with Guinness World Records titles for longest fingernails on a pair of hands (female) and longest fingernails on a pair of hands ever (female). The grandmother’s 42 ft 10.4 in (1306.58 cm) long fingernails surpass the previous record holder, Ayanna Williams, by…
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HD Nail TV launches to offer nail education at a learner’s own pace
Multi award-winning nail stylist and educator, Hazel Dixon, has launched HD Nail TV, a subscription service for nail education. Ideal for existing nail professionals who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills, a new series will be released each month based on a system, technique or style. Each series will…
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Nail this season’s trends with The GelBottle Inc’s Summer Edit
The GelBottle Inc has unveiled its Summer Edit, a hand-picked selection of shades inspired by trends the brand’s team is loving for summer 2022. Comprising nine bright and bold gel polish hues, the Edit will help you to stay on top of this season’s biggest styles. It also features Matteverse,…
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Townhouse nail salon partners with Caudalie to launch nail art looks & treatment
Scratch Stars Nail Salon of the Year 20/21 and 2022, Townhouse, has announced a collaboration with French skincare brand, Caudalie, to celebrate its best-selling Beauty Elixir multi-purpose mist. Available for the month of August 2022, the Caudalie x Townhouse partnership features two exclusive nail art designs inspired by the natural…
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Nail & beauty salons among top retailers boosting high streets
Independent beauty and grooming services are reinvigorating British high streets, according to data analysed by SME (small and medium-sized enterprises) insurance provider, Superscript. The data, sourced from Local Data Company, has identified the UK’s top growing independent retail categories, by examining changes in net units over the past five years.…
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20% of hair & beauty businesses are making a loss, according to NHBF
The NHBF has released its findings of its latest State of the Industry survey, which took place between 27 June and 8 July 2022. The findings reveal that after a tough two years for the sector, there are signs of recovery but the sector is still fragile due to the…
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Half of small businesses forced to increase prices to navigate rising costs
A report into UK SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) has revealed the survival tactics they are putting in place, in response to the current economic climate. The SME Insights Report by UK small business insurance provider, Simply Business, surveyed over 1,000 small business owners from across the UK to discover…
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NHBF partnership tackles rising cost of energy crisis
The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has announced a partnership with energy consultancy, Direct Business Solutions (DBS), in response to members’ concerns about rising energy costs. The members-only partnership will help hair and beauty businesses to save on their utility bills and follows the NHBF’s State of the Industry…
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WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap July 2022
The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Brigitta Fajt. In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for July & created nail designs inspired by ‘Out of Space’ in the bid to win a prize from Salon System. Judged by Scratch‘s news &…
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Scratch Stars Awards 2022: WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
Ten years ago, Scratch magazine launched the Scratch Stars Awards to recognise the incredible skill, business acumen and client care shown by members of the UK nail industry. Since the first awards ceremony at London’s iconic Café de Paris in 2012, we have crowned 181 Scratch Stars, with 18 names…
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Manucurist turns to ’80s to inspire vibrant summer nail shades
French family nail brand, Manucurist Paris, has added two striking nail colours to its summer 2022 collection, the Flashback collection. The shades are part of a collaboration between the nail company and French swimwear, clothing and lingerie brand, Albertine. The partnership has seen a number of retro, beach-themed accessories launched,…
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BABTAC report indicates potential for beauty boom
Two years on from the start of the Covid pandemic, The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) has released a report exploring its lasting impact on beauty services. The report analyses the positive effects that the pandemic had on the beauty sector, highlighting its resilience in challenging circumstances.…
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Harry Styles drops Pleasing nail polish collection perfect for summer holidays
Harry Styles has unveiled the Pleasing Hot Holiday collection of nail lacquers; ideal for the summer season. The four vegan-friendly shades follow on from the launch of his first two collections, Perfect Pearl and Shroom Bloom and are inspired by all things sun, summer and beaches. The shades available: Beach…
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