The Great British Beauty Clean Up: What is the initiative set to tackle industry waste?
Launching in March 2025, the campaign by the Sustainable Beauty Coalition (SBC) will bring together beauty brands and retailers to significantly reduce sector waste. The SBC was formed by the British Beauty Council (BBCo) in 2021 and will launch The Great British Beauty Clean Up during Waste Week (3-9 March). The British Beauty Council website…
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Australia Day nails: Take a journey down under with these nail art ideas
G’day, nail lovers! Drawing inspiration from the outback, adorn your nails with Australia-themed art for Australia Day, the country’s national day. Whether you’re a fan of the furry friends of the region – like kangaroos, koalas and quokkas – or you’re eager to fly the Aussie flag high, we’ve gathered inspiration…
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Footlogix medi-pedi products endorsed by the Institute of Podiatrists
Pediceutical footcare line, Footlogix®, has been endorsed by the Institute of Podiatrists (IOP), an organisation that represents podiatry professionals who are committed to advancing foot health standards. The two-year endorsement follows the successful completion of a rigorous evaluation, conducted by the Institute’s Medicines and Procedures Panel (MaPP). This review involved a team of clinical podiatrists…
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Scratch Snap winner announced: minimalist nail art contest with over 100 entries
The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art contest for January has been announced as Alisha Francois of @pressonprofessionail. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Soft & Subtle Art Accents, in the bid to win a prize from The GelBottle Inc. Entries were judged by The GelBottle Inc head of education…
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Colour psychology: Discover the mood-boosting meanings behind your nail colour choices
Save time and add an element of fun at the nail desk by advising clients on mood-based hues using colour psychology, advised by experts… ‘Have you decided on a nail shade?’ is a question you may ask daily, as you patiently watch clients rifle through colour pops and swatches. But brushing up on your colour…
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Want to offer vegan manicures in your nail salon? Here’s 20 products to add to your kit
A whopping 25 million people took part in Veganuary in 2024: so have you considered vegan-friendly nail and beauty options…
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50 blue nail art designs that are blue-tifully chic
Feeling the blues? You won’t be after checking out these 50 blue nail art ideas to inspire creative handiwork…
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21 Scottish-themed nail designs to celebrate Burns Night
Burns Night takes place annually on 25 January and is a celebration of the life and work of Scottish poet…
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Glitterbels pros: reap education, rewards & discounts via The Nailist Programme
Staffordshire-based nail brand, Glitterbels, has launched The Nailist Programme as part of its mission to ‘help nail technicians elevate their…
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Nail tutorial: chrome hearts design for Valentine’s Day
Holly Morris-Last of Hollystic Nails, Lancashire, shares how she created this love-ly chrome style for…
Enchanting flower nail art tutorial: how to achieve the look in 6 steps
Enchanting, magical and romantic, this nail art design offers sultry, stylish décor for nails. Nail…
Nail tutorial: Decadent Valentine’s accent nail
Esteemed nail artist, Monika Kupien, reveals how to create this decadent ring finger design, perfect…
Colourful chrome heart nail tutorial for Valentine’s Day
Multi award-winning nail artist, Brigitta Fajt, shares how she created a bold Valentine’s Day-ready style…
6 steps to create striking heart nails for Valentine’s Day
Feel the love with this heart nail art tutorial by Laura Beare, using the Halo…
Valentine’s nail tutorial: 3D yes/no engagement nails
Lecenté educator, Laura Peat, shows how to create this Valentine’s nail design, complete with yes…
Events
Salon business expert, Liz McKeon, is hosting a three-day event for owners of nail, beauty, hair and aesthetic businesses at The Pembroke Hotel in Kilkenny, Ireland. Specifically crafted for business…
Read MoreGlobal salon software company, Phorest, is inviting salon owners and managers from all over the world to its annual Salon Owners Summit at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre, Ireland. The…
Read MoreNail brand, NSI Nails Guyana, has launched Sparkle Sustainably, a masterclass for nail techs in the Caribbean to help them integrate eco-friendly nail art practices. Scheduled to take place 20-22…
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