Nail techs: want to protect your skin from irritants? Get your hands on this plant-powered lotion
As you tend to the handcare of your clients, do you take the time to look after your own skin? Whether you struggle with dry, sore skin due to overwashing, irritants in the nail space or environmental factors, Gloves In A Bottle can help. The brand’s lotion formula works rapidly to create a temporary waterproof…
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What it means to have half moons on your nails
Fingernail half moons are the rounded, white shadows at the base of the nails. The industry term for this is lunula, which is Latin for ‘little moon’. The place where each nail begins growing is known as the matrix. This is where new cells are made that will make up the nail. The lunula is…
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Introducing BNTUK: a directory connecting Black nail techs, salons & suppliers in the UK
Two savvy business owners have pooled their knowledge to launch Black Nail Techs UK (BNTUK): an online directory that connects Black nail technicians, salons and suppliers. The platform seeks to elevate Black excellence in the nail industry, providing clients with ‘a reliable resource to celebrate and support black beauty professionals nationwide’. The entrepreneurs behind BNTUK…
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Award-winning nail tech partners with Croydon youth charity to empower future pros
Scratch interviews esteemed nail pro, Metta Francis of Nails by Mets, about her work with South London charity, Legacy Youth Zone… How did your collaboration with Legacy Youth Zone come about? “I first visited Legacy Youth Zone with my son, to attend a session which catered to early years. Having a nearby, drop-in service was…
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Haverhill nail tech launches Nail Surgery: a membership community for fellow pros
A nail technician, salon owner & trainer from Suffolk has launched Nail Surgery: The Naildresser® Community, an inclusive space to uplift and educate nail and beauty professionals. Theresa Foddering, who was fondly named ‘The Naildresser’ by a client’s son over 10 years ago, has built a reputation in the nail industry for her no-nonsense approach…
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Mindful Moments Month: Businesses unite to raise money for York women’s charity
Owner of Blossom Tree Socials, Sarah Hartley, is encouraging businesses to get involved with Mindful Moments Month to help raise…
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Suffolk nail artist: ‘My salon isn’t just about treatments – it’s a whole experience’
Allie Eve, owner of The Nail Matrix, opens the doors of her bohemian sanctuary salon, unveiling a space to ‘spark…
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Set sail with these 25 nautical nail designs: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 7 May 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating…
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30 ways to style aura nails: the trend matching your energy & mani
Bring good energy to nails and impact wellness through colour via aura styling. Auras, or energy fields, are said to…
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