Posts by Rebecca Hitchon
Salon in the Spotlight: Maisykbeauty, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
Describing her home salon as ‘modern but quirky’, Maisy Jeffrey reveals how she brought her personality into her East Staffordshire beauty space… “Maisykbeauty is a representation of me and my life: a bit chaotic, quirky, fun and interesting,” Maisy Jeffrey tells Scratch. “I like to think the pink and orange colour scheme, inspired by a…
Read MoreUK beauty pros, RefectoCil invites you to join its Brow + Lash Bar franchise
Salon System, UK distributor of lash and brow tinting product brand, RefectoCil, has announced the opportunity for beauty enthusiasts to be part of its Brow + Lash Bar franchise. RefectoCil is seeking passionate and motivated UK professionals looking to expand their services and increase revenue, entrepreneurs interested in the beauty industry and investors seeking a…
Read MoreWhat Labour’s election win means for the UK beauty industry
After Labour’s landslide victory in 4 July’s general election, beauty industry bodies have commented on what it may mean for the sector… Labour has committed to introduce legislation for its ‘New Deal for Working People’ within the first 100 days of being in government, writing on its website that it plans to ‘boost wages, make…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Hr Beauty, Morton, Lincolnshire
Halo VIP, Holly Rodgers, shares how she transformed her garage into sophisticated salon space, Hr Beauty, and the ways she creates a positive client experience… Holly Rodgers tells Scratch that she has always had a passion for the beauty industry, so upon qualifying in 2020 and converting her garage to a salon space, the pro…
Read MoreRevealed: the beauty industry’s key asks ahead of the general election
In preparation for the UK general election on 4 July 2024, the British Beauty Council has issued policy priorities to future-proof the hair and beauty sector. The organisation sourced feedback from those working in and buying from the industry to compile the key asks. These fall into four areas: tax and spend, trade and regulation,…
Read MoreSession manicurist opens London salon focused on nailcare memberships
Centred on nailcare memberships and flexible pay-as-you-go nail services, Manicured London has opened in Hackney Wick. Founded by session manicurist & educator, Tinu Bello, the East London space has inclusivity and affordability at its core, as Bello explains: “Manicured London began as a concept I scribbled in notes on my phone during the Covid pandemic.…
Read More7 top tips to promote wellbeing in the beauty workplace
How often do you feel stressed? Research shows that the average UK adult feels stressed for around eight days per month. Being a beauty professional may be what earns you money, but it is also your passion and should have a positive impact on your wellbeing. So how can wellness be promoted while you work?…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Shed, Swansea, Wales
Step inside The Beauty Shed: a welcoming salon nestled within the Welsh countryside, as owner, Katie Dutton, shares the story of the space… Undertaking beauty training in 2004, Katie Dutton didn’t pursue a career in the sector until 2022, after a conversation with her beautician friend. “We talked about how I wish I had stuck…
Read MoreSalonCycle launches to help UK hair & beauty salons recycle waste
International recycling company, TerraCycle, has launched SalonCycle in the UK: a scheme to help hair and beauty pros and salons divert their hard-to-recycle waste from landfill and incineration. Following a successful launch in the US, SalonCycle’s UK unveiling offers a simple and convenient recycling solution to businesses in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, without…
Read MoreAdd a splash of summer to nails with these 4 NailKind nail lacquers
Dive into a Sea of Love this summer, as Danish-born nail colour and care brand, NailKind, has launched four mesmerising hues in its vegan-friendly lacquer formula. Inspired by the enchanting colours and tranquil beauty of the ocean, a selection of holiday-ready pearly and bright nail polishes make up the Sea of Love collection. The shades…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Nails by Emoke, Harrow, Greater London
Emoke Andre, owner of London nail salon, Nails by Emoke, tells Scratch about the unique qualities of the business and its ‘family’ of staff… Qualifying as a nail technician in 2014, Emoke Andre worked in a salon in London, but always had a bigger goal in mind: to open her own nail business. “After eight…
Read MoreCreate bold summer nail looks with 5 neon gel polishes from The GelBottle Inc
Are you ready to make nails glow this summer? Brighton-born professional nail brand, The GelBottle Inc (TGB), has launched its Neon Nights collection for summer 2024: five trend-led neon gel polish hues with a range of captivating finishes. The collection features TGB’s first-ever neon flashing glitter. Create statement manicure and pedicure looks with: Hot: hot…
Read MoreA guide to greenwashing & what to do if you spot it in the beauty industry
While public interest in and understanding of eco purchasing choices has increased dramatically in recent years, buying a product that is sustainable isn’t as straightforward as it may seem. “Consumers expect sustainability and corporate responsibility to be a given, not a differentiating factor. However, I think this is a key driver behind greenwashing: when a…
Read MoreNailchemy unveils 6 shimmering nail shades inspired by Cornish beaches
Somerset-based professional nail brand, Nailchemy, has launched the Moonlit Cove collection of FX Gel Polishes. The Trading Standards approved brand was inspired by the beauty of Cornish beaches for the collection, naming the six subtly shimmering nude shades after coastal locations. The Moonlit Cove collection features Carbis, Fistral, Praa, Lamorna, Tintagel and Sennen. The timeless glistening…
Read MoreWINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap June 2024
The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge for June has been announced as Georgi Watt. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Holiday Vibes, in the bid to win a prize from NailKind. Entries were judged by Scratch senior news & features writer, Rebecca Hitchon, and co-founder of Alba Beauty & NailKind, Lise Goth Fischer. The…
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