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Truro educator shares success stories of former nail students

By Guest Writer | 28 September 2020

Sarah Brenton-Sara, lecturer in Level 2 & 3 Nail Services & Beauty Therapy at Truro & Penwith College, shares how she supports her present and past nail students in the quest for a great career in the industry… My role as tutor, lecturer and assessor does not stop at the end of the…

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Shoreditch Nails launches Academy Scholarship for BAME community

By Sophie Nutt | 15 July 2020

London-based salon, Shoreditch Nails, has revealed the Shoreditch Nails Academy Scholarship for members of the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community. The Shoreditch Nails Academy is a training facility that provides students with the skills and qualifications they need to become a nail technician. The academy has launched the…

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Why collaboration is key in the nail industry

By Sophie Nutt | 12 July 2020

Tracey Lee, international nail artist & educator, reveals how Beauty2trs is celebrating it’s first birthday with a ‘birthday bash’ online class… How awesome it was to celebrate the first year of Beauty2trs with a class that epitomises the idea behind the platform – collaboration! When Beauty2trs started, the idea was to…

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Hone nail art skills with free Bio Sculpture online training course

By Sophie Nutt | 25 April 2020

Renew Beauty, UK distributor of Bio Sculpture Gel and Evo, has revealed a free online nail art training course for nail professionals to refine their skills during lockdown. The online course will provide technicians with the opportunity to learn an array of nail art techniques and brush up on existing…

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Learn extreme shapes & 3D gel nails in Paris with En Vogue

By Zoe Wickens | 26 February 2020

en Vogue will be holding its MotivatioNAIL event at Spa Relay Chessy Val D’Europe in Paris, France on 5-6 April. Attendees can learn extreme shapes, reverse French, 3D gel, baby boomer styles and much more. Five educators from France, Canada and Slovenia will be coming to share their knowledge. From…

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Brillbird Educator Training, Tenerife 2020: Day 6

By Scratch Staff | 21 February 2020

Michelle Brookes, Brillbird educator, reveals the tales from the brand’s trip to Tenerife for educator training… Day 6  I woke bright and early to pack my suitcase, as I was to head to the airport straight after the last training session. I think there were a few sore heads amongst the educators…

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Brillbird Educator Training, Tenerife 2020: Day 5

By Scratch Staff | 20 February 2020

Michelle Brookes, Brillbird educator, reveals the tales from the brand’s trip to Tenerife for educator training… Day 5  Today, educator Galina Kokovikhina from Russia taught us how to create animal art using gel polish. She was an amazing tutor and broke down each step to show us shading, shadowing and placement. I…

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Choosing an insurance provider for nail services

By Sophie Nutt | 14 February 2020

All technicians need public and products liability insurance. This type of insurance is inexpensive and will protect you from most situations involving products, whether as a result of an accident or an allergic reaction, for example. It often covers accidental damage to property and loss of products and tools, and…

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What is a nail workshop?

By Sophie Nutt | 30 January 2020

Nail workshops are continuing to boom in popularity – but what are they and how can they benefit you? Nail workshops allow techs or educators to pass on their skills and techniques to fellow professionals in the form of demonstrations and practical ‘play time’. While workshops and guest artist residencies…

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The Gel Bottle Inc hosts annual meet-up for staff & educators

By Sophie Nutt | 28 January 2020

The Gel Bottle Inc took to Huddersfield to host its annual meet-up for staff and educators. The meet-up took place earlier this month and spanned across two full days and nights, encouraging techs to take some time-out with fellow educators. The #TeamTGB schedule included a jewellery-making workshop, business seminars, speciality…

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How to choose the right beginner nail course for you

By Sophie Nutt | 24 January 2020

Navigating the first steps of your nail journey can be tricky due to the range of options presented to you. When researching training providers, there are a number of things to look out for: thorough teachings of nail anatomy, chemistry, hygiene and safety in the workplace, natural nail care and…

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TGB Academy launches new nail art workshops

By Sophie Nutt | 10 December 2019

The Gel Bottle Inc has launched new nail art workshops via the TGB Academy. Lead by a range of The Gel Bottle Inc ambassadors and educators, the workshops are designed to teach techs the skills required to create their signature nail art looks. Covering a range of designs such as…

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Why you should check insurance cover when learning new nail techniques

By Katie Barnes | 30 April 2019

Continued professional development (CPD) ensures that you maintain and enhance the knowledge and skills you need to deliver a professional service to your customers. Constant updating of skills is vital to success in any industry, but it’s especially true in the nail and beauty industry. CPD is about keeping up-to-date…

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How to choose your next nail course

By Kat Hill | 25 January 2019

Take note – this is the year to make it happen! Selecting a course to book is a commitment, so be sure you’re consider these top tips from the experts… “You will need to know what will be taught on the course, and be sure to think of the type…

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What is CPD?

By Kat Hill | 8 January 2019

You are responsible for your own personal development and this should be kept track of via a CPD log. This record should act as evidence of your development over the year, be correct and up-to-date, while meeting the requirements of their professional body or association, according to the The CPD…

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