Beauty therapist reaps rewards of Sienna X commission scheme
Over the last three months, Sienna X has been supporting its beauty therapists with its cashback scheme. The scheme offers therapists another revenue stream by retailing Sienna X products to their clients for a discounted price (with a unique code to use at the checkout) and receiving a financial commission…
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iSalon adds ‘Track & Trace’ report feature for easy safe practice
Salon software company, iSalon, has added a range of updates to its platform to fulfil the needs of businesses working to government guidelines in accordance with the Covid-19 pandemic. Track & Trace During the pandemic, salons have had to adapt quickly, adhering to guidelines set down by the government to…
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Coronavirus: Nail & beauty salons must display NHS QR code by 24 September
Nail & beauty businesses and barbershops in England and Wales must register for an official NHS QR code and display the official NHS QR poster from 24 September 2020. The code allows for clients to be contacted quickly and easily should a fellow client or staff member in a salon…
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Why stepping out of your comfort zone can welcome rewards in the beauty biz
Kara Kotsonis, founder of the award-winning NailSquad Nail Bar in Deal, Kent, reveals why you should step out of your comfort zone in order to reap greater rewards… Habits can play a role in determining our future and achievements. So why do we often cling onto the ones that proffer…
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The Edge Nails adds to range of PPE
The Edge Nails has revealed new personal protective items in its range of equipment for nail and beauty technicians and salons. New additions includes 3-Ply Protective Disposable Face Masks in boxes of 50. The masks feature elastic ear loops. Protective Face Shield Visors are also available, as well as Protective Screen…
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LASHUS launches Gentle Lash Cleanser & Brush
Ideal for retailing to lash clients seeking maintenance products between appointments, LASHUS has revealed two new additions. The Gentle Lash Cleanser is an ideal daily retail item for clients to use at home. Enriched with chamomile and ginger extract, this soothing formula will prevent the build-up of makeup and sebum,…
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Safe salon passes Covid-19 spot inspection
The team at Ivy House Nails & Beauty in Bingley, West Yorkshire, shares with Scratch’s Alex Fox, how they navigated a spot check on their safety strategies by proactive council inspectors in Bingley… The industry is a cacophony of noise as techs navigate their PPE needs and salon safe strategies,…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Dragonfly Nails and Beauty, Blairgowrie
Found in Blairgowrie, Scotland, Dragonfly Nails and Beauty is owned by Pamela Fraser-Brawn. Having opened the salon five years ago, Pamela has grown the business, and soon hopes to offer training from the premise, too. “There are two of us in the salon,” explains Pamela. “There’s myself and Cheryl Ramsay, who…
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Leicester’s nail & beauty salons can open from 19 August
Health secretary, Matt Hancock, has announced that nail and beauty salons in Leicester can reopen from tomorrow (19 August) but coronavirus infections in the area ‘remain too high’ for the local lockdown to be fully lifted. In a statement 18 August, Hancock commented: “My gratitude goes out to the people…
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[Updated]: Safe practice guidance for close contact beauty services
Following the announcement 13 August that close contact beauty services can resume in England from 15 August, the government has updated its safe practice guidelines. A document has been prepared by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) with input from firms, unions, industry bodies and in consultation…
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Revealed: What the beauty sector will look like in 2030
‘More transparent’ and with a focus on ‘clean beauty’ are just two of the predictions for the 2030 beauty sector, according to global market research & insight company, Mintel. The company has forecast that consumers will explore the push-pull between nature and science, with huge changes to the way beauty…
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5 ways to boost success via your social media platforms
Nail tech, educator & winner of the Scratch Stars Best Use of Social Media award 2016, Katie Barnes, reveals her 5 top tips for making the most of your social media platforms… 1.Consider your content Your content is the way to get someone to STOP in their path and click…
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Campaign calls for govt to issue vouchers for the beauty sector to support struggling businesses
Scratch columnist, Ria-Jaine Lincoln, has launched a campaign calling for the government to support the beauty sector amidst the coronavirus pandemic. The accountant, who specialises in helping beauty businesses, is hopeful that the #DutytohelpBeauty campaign will encourage the government to issue vouchers for beauty treatments in a similar way to…
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Keep hair & beauty clients engaged with digital magazine experience
DLT Media, a provider of magazine subscriptions for businesses has launched a way for clients to access their favourite magazines safely during their beauty treatment. While many salons have ditched printed magazines following Covid risk assessments, Digi-Mags from DLT Media offers a way for them to read magazines via their…
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5 steps to a flawless wax service
Salon System educator & waxing expert, Lisa Stone, shares her waxing tips for summer… Even though we may not all be able to jet off to exotic beaches this year due to Covid-19, it doesn’t mean that clients will want to scrimp on their wax services. Warm weather and long…
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