Posts by Scratch Staff
The GelBottle Inc turns to Regency era to inspire 10 spring gel polish shades
The GelBottle Inc has combined the romanticism and decadence of the Regency era in its 10-piece gel polish collection for spring 2022, titled ‘Regency Bloom‘. New finishes include the semi-sheer, gold-flecked shade Jane’s Jewels, and the collection comes dressed in a beautiful satin bag, with free set of floral foilX foils. The shades in the…
Read MoreHow to grow your nail business with apprentices
Multi award-winning salon owner, Liza Smith, reveals why you should consider hiring an apprentice… Do you often find yourself working long hours and turning away clients because your appointment book is full? One way to reduce this stress is to increase your treatment prices considerably. This may cause you to lose clients, but it means…
Read MoreInstagram analytics: what you need to know
You’ve got your posting strategy down, your content is getting hits and your following is gaining momentum. But, how do you keep it up and stay on top of the interests of those following and engaging with your account? The next step in any social media marketing strategy is to track your metrics. Social media…
Read MoreGlitterbels launches hema-free gel polish range for nail pros
Staffordshire based nail brand, Glitterbels, has unveiled a hema-free gel polish range, launching with 80 stunning shades. Founded by Annabel and Elliott Maginnis in 2018, the Glitterbels range features colour and glitter acrylic powders, gel polish, monomers, essentials, prep products and more. The hema-free gel polish range was introduced at a launch party at The…
Read MoreMake nail clients feel like VIPs with The Gel Bottle Inc’s Members Only colour collection
The Gel Bottle Inc has launched Members Only, a sophisticated 10-piece gel polish nail colour collection that’s perfect for party season. The shades mark the launch of the TGB Members Only club, created to reward customers with exclusive access to free gifts, behind-the-scenes content and more. The 10 shimmering shades are available as a collection…
Read MoreHarvey Nichols welcomes first TGB Mani Pedi Spa to Manchester store
The Gel Bottle Inc has opened its first Mani Pedi Spa, Create & Coat, in Harvey Nichols, Manchester. Featuring an Insta-worthy interior, the space offers trending nail art and classic hand and foot pampering using The Gel Bottle Inc and Peacći products, and will welcome VIP nail artists for appearances. The standout treatment is the…
Read More6 ways to manage dry & brittle nails affected by menopause
The menopause can be a challenging time for women, with many lacking confidence and feeling undervalued. Looking good on the outside can give the confidence boost needed to feel good on the inside, and having strong and healthy nails is a great place to start. Menopause is so much more than hot flushes and night…
Read MoreThe Gel Bottle launches mini 7ml versions of nail shades & BIAB
Are you a small business seeking a broader colour range, or a mobile tech wishing to decrease the weight of your kitbag? The Gel Bottle Inc has launched its popular 20ml products in ‘mini’ 7ml sized bottles. Featuring exactly the same formula as their larger counterparts, the handy minis can achieve up to 40 sets…
Read MoreStruggling to keep up with social media? Read our 6 top tips
After finishing your last appointment of the day, all you want to do is go home and relax, right? However, due to the instantaneous nature of social media, you may sit down on the sofa to an influx of client questions or you may feel pressure to post some of your work from the day…
Read MoreNail techs, here’s how you can prevent hand & wrist pain
Scratch sources advice for those that suffer with hand and wrist pain, so you can stop feeling the strain… Samantha Sweet, co-founder of Sweet Squared, shares that repetitive strain injury and carpal tunnel syndrome will always be a likelihood for pros, due to the nature of the job. “Filing is the biggest culprit to cause CTS,…
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