Posts by Chloe Randall
BABTAC Inspiring Beauty Awards winners announced
The winners have been announced for the first-ever BABTAC (British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology) Inspiring Beauty Awards. The awards took place virtually with nearly 100 guests attending including Mille Kendall MBE, Caroline Hirons and Sonia Haria to celebrate the champions in the beauty industry who have shown positivity and vision throughout the pandemic.…
Read MoreCoronavirus: Nail & beauty businesses in Scotland to reopen ‘from 26 April’
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has revealed that the reopening of hairdressers in Scotland will be phased in from 5 April, with all other non-essential retail premises including close contact services being allowed to reopen from 26 April at the earliest. This date will be subject to continued review and levels may be modified. Ms Sturgeon…
Read MoreBehind the Brand: Meet the duo behind Get Buffed Pro
Founded in 2019 by nail pro duo Sarah Elmaz and Cathy Burge, Get Buffed Pro was born after they had both been working in the industry for more than 15 years. As nail professionals themselves and using tools every day, they saw a gap in the market for nail art brushes. The range offers specialised…
Read MoreNAIL BITES: 5 tales from the industry w/c 7 March
Here at Scratch, we love keeping up to date with anything fun happening in the nail industry! These are our top 5 nail tales of the week… 1. Pinterest trend Pastel manicures are guaranteed to trend every year for the Spring season, but for 2021, lavender in particular is outpacing the rest. Lavender and lilac nails…
Read MoreHow to treat a pregnant client in the nail salon
Pregnant pampering can be a welcome treat for a tired mum-to-be. For pregnant clients, changes often need to be made to comply with their needs and safety when being treated, whilst making their time in the salon as comfortable as possible. Here, we share some considerations you can make for your pregnant clients… Considerations to…
Read MoreHow to care for a pregnant nail technician
Carrying a baby can be both the most beautiful, yet tiring period of a woman’s life. If you’re a salon manager with a pregnant employee or you’re expecting a child yourself, help aid your daily work life with top tips for keeping as comfortable as possible… Points to consider: Posture Posture is always important for…
Read MoreMaintain hygiene levels with Essenzza hand sanitiser
Essenzza has revealed its Anti- Bacterial Hand Sanitiser Gel, ideal for maintaining hygiene in the salon. The gel kills 99.9% of bacteria and allows you to moisturise without needing water. Whilst frequent sanitising and washing can dry hands out, this 75% alcohol gel includes aloe vera extract which gently and effectively moisturises your hands. Essenzza…
Read MoreUnilever to remove the word ‘normal’ from beauty & personal care products
Global beauty conglomerate, Unilever are removing the word ‘normal’ from advertising and packaging from their beauty and personal care brands. This move comes after new research conducted by Unilever demonstrated 74% of people wanting the beauty and personal care industry to reflect a broader definition of beauty. It is one of several commitments the company…
Read MoreBehind The Brand: Meet the founder of NaileDecal
After training with OPI, running her own salon for 6 years and being an OPI Educator, Loretta Walker decided to create her own product range in December 2020 called NaileDecal. NaileDecal offers waterslide nail art decals. There are various designs available with new designs being produced each month and collections are launched for occasions such…
Read MoreCEW UK enhances programme to support budding beauticians
CEW UK has enhanced its annual Young Executive Programme to provide increased support, training and mentorship opportunities for aspiring individuals looking to start or progress their career in the beauty industry. The organisation has promoted the British beauty industry for over 28 years and has a vision of nurturing and cultivating the long-term growth of the…
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