Posts by Scratch Staff
Robbie Tomkins reveals his journey into session nail styling
There isn’t a clear cut or methodical way to becoming a session technician. Everyone has a different experience and story of how they came to be on their hands and knees, painting a model’s toes through a pair of strappy stilettos in a disused warehouse in East London at 7am on a freezing December morning.…
Read MoreTop tips for making your nail business stand out
Tammy Koslowski, founder of award-winning NAF! Salon in Glasgow, reveals her advice for making your business stand out from the rest… In any given town, you can bet that there will be multiple beauty salons or mobile technicians, so how can you ensure that you stand out and get a good share of the clientele?…
Read MoreTop tips for nailing it backstage at Fashion Week
Fashion Week is nearly upon us, and if your skills will see you secure a stint backstage as a nail stylist, follow these words of wisdom from fellow pros… KNOW YOUR LEAD “While assisting at Fashion Week, you are there on behalf of the lead session stylist and your work reflects them,” explains Kelly Shenton.…
Read MoreHow to strike a balance between work & home life
Make it easy to manage the separation between work and home life with advice from nail artist and educator, JENNY HARRIS… I entered the nail industry shortly after my daughter was born, as I sought work that would be flexible so I could look after her. I completed a diploma in Nail Technology in August…
Read MoreAttracting bridal nail clients through social media
Are you using social media effectively to attract potential bridal clients? Helena Linsky, co-director of salon chain, Q61, shares her top tips… “When it comes to attracting the attention of new bridal clients, social media is a very powerful tool,” states Helena Linsky. “Remember that brides-to-be often rely heavily on social media for inspiration, so use…
Read MoreWhy I use healing crystals in hand & foot therapies
Kim Alexis, crystal healer, psychic spiritual medium, hypnotherapist & past life regressionist, reveals why she uses crystals in her hand & foot treatments… When a therapist massages the feet or hands, it feels so good because the physical sensation stimulated by touch sends messages from the skin’s nerve cells to the brain. The brain then releases…
Read MoreSeduce clients with Halo gel polish Queen of Hearts collection
Pure Nails has launched the Halo Gel Polish Queen Of Hearts nail colour collection; three stunning scarlet hues – perfect for Valentine’s Day. The aptly named Desire, Vixen and Malice shades offer a cat’s eye effect and offer a super glossy finish and strong depth of colour. When applied as per instructions, the formula offers…
Read MoreNails & cancer: Your questions answered
While everyone can appreciate the benefits of a pamper, indulging those fighting cancer truly can be a rewarding experience. Here, experts answer your questions about caring for clients with cancer… What insurance requirements are there? “Speaking from the perspective of ABT, we offer one of the widest insurance covers available on the market that are designed…
Read MoreHow to deal with stress
When you’re back-to-back with appointments and rushed off your feet in the salon or on the move, your work life can sometimes feel a little daunting. To help promote calmness in his tekking career, session nail stylist, Robbie Tomkins, recommends meditation. “I’ve been meditating for around three years. It allows me to pause and take some…
Read MoreTreatwell & SumUp reveal payment process partnership
SumUp and Treatwell have announced a new partnership that will digitisation of the payment process for Treatwell Partners – beauty businesses working with the online beauty and hair booking service. With the partnership, payments can be now taken via the Treatwell Connect app and processed by SumUp. The digitalisation also aims to help reduce admin…
Read MoreHow to prepare for a nail competition
Industry veteran and seasoned nail judge, Catherine Wong, serves up reasons why you should compete – and how to prepare for a nail competition… “Competing pushes you out of your comfort zone and tests your limits. It makes you a better nail tech over time and earns you the achievements of your nail career. “Take…
Read MoreFocus on expanding beauty services with Nouveau Lashes training
Embrace demand for lash services by training with Nouveau Lashes, the multi-award winning lash brand that offers a variety of treatment options. With 10 training academies across the UK, you can choose to train in the likes of: LVL This one-day course teaches you how to lift lashes without the risk of damage in a…
Read MoreNailympia opens registration for all 2019 competitions
International nail competition, Nailympia, has opened registration for three locations for 2019: Nailympia USA in Houston, Texas (5-7 April 2019) Nailympia Estonia in Tallinn, Estonia (10-12 May 2019) Nailympia London at Olympia Beauty, London (28-30 September 2019) With a plethora of categories available across multiple divisions, Nailympia offers the opportunity to push your skills in…
Read MoreWhy it’s important to enter nail competitions
With the Scratch Stars Awards 2019 opening for entry 1 February and Nailympia competitions on the horizon, industry veteran Sue Davies reveals why it’s important to enter nail competitions – and what it takes to win… With a number of industry awards at our reach, is can be a challenge to figure out which ones to enter – and which…
Read MoreTales of working as a nail tech while pregnant
Celebrity nail tech, Amy Ganney, reveals her experience of working while expecting a baby – and how she now juggles work with motherhood… “Working while pregnant was challenging as I suffered with sickness regularly, but I had to continue working as I knew I would need some time off when my baby boy arrived. “I…
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