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Sparkle this Christmas with 6 stunning Halo Gel Polish shades

By Helena Biggs | 16 October 2020

Catch eyes and sparkle this festive season with six stunning Halo Gel Polish shades from Pure Nails. The All Wrapped Up Collection has every party-perfect look nailed with the likes of gorgeous green Garland, rich red Candy Cane, decadent brown Mince Pie, golden Prosecco, silver Frosty and ice blue Silent…

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Toast the festivities with CND™ Cocktail Couture collection

By Sophie Nutt | 5 October 2020

CND™ has launched Cocktail Couture; its Christmas 2020 collection comprising a range of luxurious and indulgent shades. The elegant six-piece collection embodies deep reds, a stunningly rich gold and a sophisticated emerald green for creating lavish nail looks this season. Available in both CND Shellac™ and CND Vinylux™ formulas, the…

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CND™ brings back Shellac™ in Ruby Ritz for festive season

By Sophie Nutt | 30 September 2020

CND™ has brought back the fan favourite Shellac™ shade Ruby Ritz in time to add sparkle to clients’ nails for the festive season. Available exclusively from Sweet Squared, Ruby Ritz is a rich red shade topped with thousands of sparkles, ideal for party season and Christmas nail appointments. Here, CND™ education ambassador Victoria…

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MANI MONDAY: Cherry Christmas

By Sophie Nutt | 23 December 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! T minus two days until the big day! While we love a classically Christmas nail design, we fell head over heels for this chic look by Sophie Goodwin of Sophie Scott Nails. Featuring a sculpted French tip…

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Salon retail sales soar throughout December

By Sophie Nutt | 20 December 2019

Retail sales are the main driver of December’s revenue for beauty salons, according to research conducted by Phorest Salon Software. Analysing over 6,000 salons in the US, UK, Ireland, Australia, Finland and Germany, Phorest has found that retail sales have brought 107% more revenue to salons compared to the rest…

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NHBF explores what the Queen’s Speech means for salons

By Scratch Staff | 19 December 2019

The Queen has outlined the government’s plans for future legislation with over 30 Bills to be introduced by this Parliament. Topics include Brexit, immigration, the environment, infrastructure, tips, education and training; as well as the government’s plans to increase the National Living Wage (NLW) and reform business rates. Here, the…

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How to succeed in the run-up to Christmas

By Scratch Staff | 19 December 2019

Sharon Sandhu, Category Manager for Nails at Salon Services UK & Ireland, explores key pointers to ensure you stay on top of your game this festive season… With so many festive parties, meals and get-togethers happening over the Christmas period, nail salons are undoubtedly seeing a rise in bookings as…

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MANI MONDAY: Hey puddin’

By Sophie Nutt | 16 December 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! T-minus nine days until Santa makes a visit! So we’re throwing some more festive nail art designs your way in the lead up to the big day. We’re in love with these fabulously festive nails, seeing super…

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Indulge clients with BeautyPro Spa At Home Gift Set

By Sophie Nutt | 13 December 2019

Encourage clients to practice a spot of self care in the comfort of their own home this winter with the BeautyPro Spa At Home Gift Set. The gift set includes a range of sheet masks ideal for a luxurious spa treatment at home or for prepping skin before a night…

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How to encourage product sales in the run up to Christmas

By Sophie Nutt | 12 December 2019

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so be sure to utilise the season of goodwill by making the most of your retail offerings. An easy way to generate some extra revenue across the busy party season, dress up retail areas with festive decorations and irresistible products to catch…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hayley Winder, Hair, Nails & Beauty Educator

By Sophie Nutt | 10 December 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hayley Winder, of Hayley Winder, Hair, Nails & Beauty Educator, reveals Christmas glitters have been popular with her clients recently. “This design is proving popular due to its classic Christmas colour palette and people love this particular glitter combination…

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MANI MONDAY: Under the mistletoe

By Sophie Nutt | 9 December 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Christmas nail designs are out in full force, with clients sporting fully festive sets or making a subtle nod to the joyous season. Social media is now bursting with Christmas nail looks created by talented techs, with…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Kirsty Coltman, Glamour and Nails

By Sophie Nutt | 8 December 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kirsty Coltman, of Glamour and Nails, wears a chic silver, black and red design to ease herself into Christmas. “This set was created using the CJP Acrylic system. I was desperate to use some of the new colours in Smashed…

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Lecenté adds four glitter gel polishes to Create collection

By Helena Biggs | 8 December 2019

Lecenté has added four stunning glitter gel polishes to its winter collection, London Calling.  Get jazz hands waving with the sparkling shades, which are each named after iconic locations in the London theatre district; Palladium, Shaftesbury Avenue, West End and Theatre Royal. The Lecenté Create soak off system promises strength…

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Create seasonal nail looks with the Essence Glitter Festive Collection

By Sophie Nutt | 6 December 2019

Essence Glitter has revealed it’s Festive Collection of nail art foils and glitter just in time for the Christmas rush. The Festive Collection is crammed full of classic colours and includes five new glitters: Superstar Party Nights Green Gables Red Robin Golden Eye Alongside the collection of glitters, Essence Glitter…

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