Getting festive with Lecenté

By Kat Hill | 6 November 2018

Yesterday I took a trip to Bluewater, Kent, for a rather festive treat courtesy of Lecenté. After the success of previous events and the demand from glitter fans, the Lecenté Winter Event returned again this year. On arrival, I was greeted the cheery tones of Christmas music and a glass…

What to do during a slow spell at work

By Scratch Staff | 24 October 2018

Naomi Mogg, educator for ASP, reveals how to make the most of any business downtime… If your business is suffering from a dip in clients in the lead-up to the Christmas rush, there are a number of ways you can increase your turnover and keep thriving. Consider giving your VIP…

Consumers are choosing venues during Christmas based on photo opportunities

By Sophie Nutt | 16 October 2018

It’s never too early to start thinking about the ways to increase revenue and maximise profits over the Christmas period! Research by Christmas Tree World has shown that as many as one in ten people would actually choose a retail venue simply based on whether the Christmas tree and decorations…

Think pink with new Dr.’s Remedy nail collection

By Sophie Nutt | 12 September 2018

Dr.’s Remedy Enriched Nail Care has revealed a duo of pink tones to suit. Beloved Blush is a nail lacquer laced with subtle blue undertones to make a cool cotton candy crème that is bold enough against skin tones yet neutral enough to wear everyday. Reflective Rosé glistens with flecks…

Salon raises hundreds of pounds in aid of children’s transplant team

By Sophie Nutt | 1 February 2018

Natalie Wilson, owner of the Beauty Box salon in Castleford, has raised an impressive £782 for the Leeds Children’s Transplant Team. Her daughter, Holly, was born with a rare genetic kidney disease called Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome, which has seen her undergo treatments three to four times each week. Just days…

MII Cosmetics reveals Supernova Gift Sets

By Kat Hill | 26 December 2017

Add some sparkle to your retail area with Mii’s Supernova Gift Sets from Gerrard International. The Glitter Glam Duo in Starlight set sees Mii’s Lavish Liquid Liner as well as the Supernova Glitter Glam Liner, featuring a fine iridescent sparkle. Two Matte Lip Trio sets are available – Vixen and Flirt – containing three Passion Matte…

FESTIVE FANCIES: Simone at The Nail Cabin

By Kat Hill | 23 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Simone at The Nail Cabin, Lincoln, crafted this decant purple design. Using INK London’s Acrylink range as the base for her nail art, Simone then…

FESTIVE FANCIES: Spongellé Holiday Ornaments

By Kat Hill | 17 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Add an element of luxury to your retail area with the Spongellé Holiday Ornaments range. The Spongellé Body Wash Infused Snowflakes work to cleanse,…

Sweet Squared spreads seasonal joy with scratch cards & prizes

By Helena Biggs | 17 December 2017

Techs – check if you’ve made the nice list this year, as Sweet Squared is getting into the giving-spirit by placing a scratch card in each and every order until 24 December. There will be 10 Sweet Squared  every day of advent this year, as winning scratch cards are placed randomly within orders…

FESTIVE FANCIES: June Gilbert, Urban Angel Nails Liverpool

By Kat Hill | 16 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. June Gilbert, of Urban Angel Nails Liverpool, cooked up these sweet nails featuring gingerbread men! To create a sparkling base for her stamped…

FESTIVE FANCIES: LCN Prestige Christmas Set

By Kat Hill | 11 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Retail the gift of mistle-toes with this festive foot care set from LCN and BCI. Presented in a gold gift bag, the…

FESTIVE FANCIES: Laura Chree, Chreeative Nails

By Kat Hill | 6 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Laura Chree, owner of Chreeative Nails had this design wrapped up! Combining festive hues, Laura used Artistic Colour Gloss Soak Off Gel…

OPI marks festive nail colour launch with special event

By Helena Biggs | 5 December 2017

Team OPI got Scratch‘s Helena and Sophie in the festive spirit as it held a fun-filled event – full of sparkles – to showcase its latest launches. Heading up to the capital, Team Scratch navigated its way to the swanky St Martin’s Lane Hotel and were greeted with festive themed cocktails…

GET FESTIVE with the Cuccio Christmas Cracker collection

By Sophie Nutt | 30 November 2017

Cuccio has released it’s Christmas Cracker collection, featuring popular shades from its core collection and new sparkling shades perfect for the party season. The veneer and lacquer package includes eight festive shades in both veneer and matching lacquer, seeing 16 shades overall. Ranging from a pearlescent gold to a ruby red hue, the…

BRING JOY with CND™ spa stocking fillers

By Helena Biggs | 28 November 2017

CND™ has launched some ideal retail items – and stocking fillers – in the form of its popular spa lotions and scrubs in mini sizes. A must-have for the winter season, the five festive essentials include Gardenia Woods lotion and scrub, Bright Citron lotion and scrub, and the Sugar Vanilla…