Posts by Rebecca Hitchon
Take nail styling to new heights with Gelish & Morgan Taylor’s 6 summer shades
Gelish and Morgan Taylor have unveiled the Up In The Air collection for summer 2024. It features six nail hues inspired by living a life filled with colour that is expressive, carefree and fun, from soft and subtle tones to bold brights. The shades are available in Gelish Soak Off Gel Polish, Morgan Taylor Nail…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Nail Angel Studley, Warwickshire
Bringing a creative flair to her West Midlands home salon, Anni Watson shares how she’s incorporated her artistic background and love for upcycling into Nail Angel Studley… “While starting a family over 20 years ago, I decided to qualify in nails. I always wanted to use my artistic talents, as I am a creative person…
Read MoreCTPA calls on UK government for dedicated animal-free chemical testing strategy
UK trade association, the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA), is calling on the UK government to publish a dedicated Non-Animal New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) strategy. Animal testing of cosmetic products and ingredients has been banned in the UK and EU since 2004 and 2009 respectively, and the UK and EU cosmetics industry has invested…
Read MoreOPI celebrates self-expression through nail colour with 12pc summer collection
OPI has launched its summer 2024 colour collection: My Me Era, featuring 12 energising crème nail shades. Inspired by the celebration of self-expression in all forms, the collection balances bold and playful brights with versatile earthy hues. These are available in OPI’s GelColor gel polish formula, boasting up to three weeks of wear and shine,…
Read MoreThe GelBottle Inc expands 7ml Minis nail range with 40 gel polish & builder gel additions
Now offering over 250 Minis products, The GelBottle Inc (TGB) has added 40 shades to its 7ml range. TGB Minis are ideal to be transported by mobile nail techs. They also cater to pros looking to try the brand’s formulations or shades without committing to full-sized 20ml bottles, and those seeking to build their nail…
Read MoreNail influencers share what the job is like & how to get noticed online
What do you envisage when you see the word ‘influencer’? The term may carry some negative connotations due to modern perceptions of influence, as it’s often assumed that a person needs a huge number of social media followers and an expensive, aspirational lifestyle to warrant receiving the title. Nail artist & content creator, Abi Markey…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Samantha Laura Nails, Newport, Shropshire
After her nail technician changed careers, Samantha Gripton was left missing her monthly treat of a gel polish manicure and was inspired to create her summerhouse studio, Samantha Laura Nails. “I used all of my savings to renovate the summerhouse in my back garden,” Samantha tells Scratch. “I invested in a Beginner course from The…
Read MoreNHBF adds 3 members to its board for 2024
Following voting in its 2024 Board Member Elections, the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has announced additions to its board. Debbie Digby, Louise Fordham and Richard Marshall (pictured above left to right) will officially begin their roles from the NHBF’s Annual General Meeting, scheduled for July. Founding partner of Feathers Salon Group & CEO…
Read More6 ways technology can protect the planet in your beauty business
Researchers have estimated that by 2025, the IT industry could use 20% of all electricity produced and emit up to 5.5% of global carbon emissions. But just as technology has the ability to increase energy usage and emissions, it can help to decrease them. A study conducted by the World Economic Forum and IT &…
Read MoreWINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap April 2024
The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge for April has been announced as Kamila Konopniak. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs inspired by theme, Stunning Sapphires, marking CND™’s 45th anniversary, in the bid to win a prize from Sweet Squared. Entries were judged by Scratch senior news & features writer, Rebecca Hitchon,…
Read MoreThe GelBottle Inc unveils 6 sparkly gel polish nail shades to get clients wedding-ready
Say ‘I do’ to The GelBottle Inc’s Wedding Collection, featuring six captivating metallic and shimmer gel polish finishes for wedding season and beyond. Whether clients are seeking a dreamy bridal nail look or a nail colour for their wedding guest manicure or pedicure, there’s a timeless match in the collection for all. “As people are…
Read MoreBasketball star, Jared McCain, named as Sally Hansen ambassador
Global nail colour and care brand, Sally Hansen, has announced a partnership with US college basketball sensation, Jared McCain. The brand’s first sports partnership will see the athlete promote inclusivity and self-expression in the sports community and beyond, in his role as brand ambassador. Together, Sally Hansen and Jared McCain aim to redefine the boundaries…
Read MorePhenix Salon Suites launches competition to support UK hair & beauty talent
Phenix Salon Suites, which offers four UK locations and over 300 US sites for pros to rent, has unveiled the Phenix Grant, a competition to discover and support industry talent. Coinciding with the openings of suites in Liverpool and Nottingham, the competition is reminiscent of BBC TV show, Dragon’s Den, and invites established, entrepreneurial hair…
Read MoreRevealed: the top 10 nail trends of 2024 so far
Research from beauty and wellness marketplace, Fresha, has uncovered the most popular global nail trends of the year. Analysing video and view counts on Tiktok, the number of hashtags on Instagram and overall social media engagement, the company has compiled the top ten nail trends that have captured worldwide attention so far in 2024: 1.…
Read MoreBuild shape & add length to nails with 8 Hema-free Zero Builder Gel shades
Irish nail brand, The Manicure Company (TMC), has unveiled an eight-piece Zero Builder Gel™ range to build shape and add length to nails. The line has been five years in development and follows the company’s Zero Gel Polish™ launch last year, which captured attention with its ‘zero’ allergens ingredient list and fashion-forward colours. Zero Builder…
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