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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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Like, duh! You need to get your hands on Morgan Taylor’s Clueless nail collection

By Rebecca Hitchon | 23 June 2022

If you want to bring the fun and vibrancy of the ’90s to nails, the Morgan Taylor summer 2022 collection might just be perfect for you. Partnering with Paramount Pictures, Morgan Taylor serves up 12 dynamic shades inspired by the iconic ’90s film, Clueless, each in its Professional Nail Lacquer…

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Leighton Denny celebrates 17th brand anniversary

By Alex Fox | 23 June 2022

Back in the driving seat of his brand after living in Los Angeles since 2005, Leighton returned to the UK just before the pandemic hit and has been working on the relaunch of his namesake brand and his industry comeback. Now, back at the helm of his brand, Leighton enthuses,…

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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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Browse Artistic Nail Design’s summer 2022 menu of cocktail-inspired shades

By Callie Iley | 17 June 2022

Fancy a cocktail by the beach? Artistic Nail Design has served up the Sippin’ Pretty summer 2022 collection, filled with fun, bold hues inspired by delicious drinks. Available in Colour Gloss Soak Off Gel Polish, Colour Revolution Reactive Nail Lacquer, and Perfect Dip Powders in six fun summer shades, the…

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Introducing VORTEX: The portable nail dust collector from Gelish

By Helena Biggs | 15 June 2022

Capture dust from filing and keep air clean with VORTEX, the portable nail dust collector from Gelish. Super slim and space-saving, it’s roughly the size of a copy of Scratch magazine – perfect for both in-salon or mobile techs, and has an elevated flip stand. Combining quiet operation with maximum…

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Seeking baby soft feet? Say hello to The GelBottle Inc’s E-Foot File

By Chloe Randall | 10 June 2022

The GelBottle Inc has introduced the TGB E-Foot File to help get your clients’ feet silky smooth and summer-ready. Designed by nail techs for nail techs, the E-Foot File features adjustable speed controls (up to 500RPM) and a quiet motor. It serves to eliminate repetitive and rigorous hand-filing from pedicure…

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Cheese scented nail polish? Yes, it’s a thing.

By Helena Biggs | 10 June 2022

While we’re still talking about Nails.INC’s delectable chocolate-themed collaboration with Magnum – and now the brand has taken its food-meets-fingernails partnerships to a new level with cheese-scented nail polish. Now, you may be thinking it’s a little late for an April Fool’s – but this is no fib, as Nails.INC…

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Top TikTok nail trends for summer 2022

By Callie Iley | 10 June 2022

After analysing the top 20 videos tagged with #SummerNails2022 on TikTok, cosmetic surgery experts Tajmeeli have unveiled the top nail art trends for summer 2022. TikTok has quickly become a go-to platform for beauty trends, with the #SummerNails2022 hashtag amassing 4.3 million views across its content. The analysis shows that…

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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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Add glitz & glam to nail designs with 6 Lecenté glitters

By Callie Iley | 3 June 2022

Expanding its multi glitz glitter collection, Lecenté has unveiled six dazzling shades. Using a range of glitter sizes for the ultimate sparkle, the multi glitz glitters can be used for a full coverage effect over enhancements or to add smatterings of sparkle onto nails. The shades include: Angelite – metallic…

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BBC Radio 1’s Scott Mills to host Scratch Stars Party 2022

By Helena Biggs | 2 June 2022

Scott Mills, host of BBC Radio 1’s The Scott Mills Show and Official Chart, is to host the Scratch Stars Party on Sunday 24 July. Scott’s BBC Radio 1 show has created some of the most popular radio features ever, from Flirt Divert, Playground Insults and the world famous Innuendo…

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Beauty supplements see 73% increase in sales

By Callie Iley | 2 June 2022

The first four months of 2022 has seen significant growth in sales of prestige fragrance, lip products and skincare, according to a report by global market research company, The NPD Group. The report reveals changes in consumer habits, comparing stats from Jan-April 2022 with the same period in 2019. Fragrance…

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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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OPI encourages self-expression through 12 nail colours for summer 2022

By Scratch Staff | 1 June 2022

OPI’s summer nail colour collection, Power Of Hue, has arrived to send a bold message through nail colour. With a 12-piece palette of mood-boosting summer hues, from electrifying fuschia and turquoise to tangy orange and yellow, OPI wants consumers and pros to use the collection to unleash their creativity and…

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