Posts by Sophie Nutt
Robbie Tomkins reveals how to find your nail industry USP
When I was first introduced to nails, it quickly became apparent that, as far as the session world is concerned, there seemed to be a distinct lack of men. I had met manicurist, Mike Pocock, through working at the nail brand that I was a PR manager for and of course knew of nail legend…
Read MoreJay Jay Revlon addresses the stigma around male grooming
Back in August 2018, Scratch caught up with the founder of Guys That Nail It, Jay Jay Revlon, about his passion for male self-care. Jay Jay strives to change the stigma around male grooming by normalising the language used and actions taken towards men getting nail treatments. “I want to change the conversation,” reveals Jay Jay, when I…
Read MoreAvailable now: Peacći S.K.I.N home hand & foot care products
Serving as the perfect accompaniment to the Peacći nail range, Peacći S.K.I.N is a professional grade capsule collection of hand and foot care products that can be retailed to clients to use at home. The Peacći S.K.I.N range comprises five products for a full care routine; ManiPedi Scrub, ManiPedi Mask, ManiPedi Cream, Smooth Foot File…
Read MoreIndulge clients with the Cuccio Chocolate nail colour collection
Can you be tempted? Cuccio has revealed its Chocolate collection for autumn/winter 2020; eight delectable shades available in both Cuccio Colour (nail polish) and Cuccio Veneer (gel polish) formulas, depending on desired wear-time. Comprising a palette of nude cremes and brown shimmers, the Cuccio Chocolate collection features the following hues, inspired by treats: Semi Sweet On…
Read MoreGive hands TLC with CACI Hand Rejuvenation treatment
CACI International has launched a new hydrating professional treatment and accompanying at-home care for dehydrated, sore hands. The CACI Hand Rejuvenation 30-minute treatment has been specifically developed to address and take care of the skin on hands. With a unique combination of CACI’s Rejuvenating Hand Mask and Electro Glove technology, the treatment is designed to…
Read MoreLiz McKeon awarded coveted accreditation
Salon business expert, Liz McKeon, has been awarded the coveted Business All-Star Thought Leader in Empowering Female Entrepreneurs accreditation. The accreditation is overseen by the prestigious All-Ireland Business Foundation, whose adjudication panel is chaired by Dr Briga Hynes, of the Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick, and Kieran Ring, CEO of the Global…
Read MoreFancy refining your seasonal nail art designs with Magpie Beauty?
Magpie Beauty has revealed a whole host of online seasonal nail art workshops across the month of October. Running from Monday 5 October until Tuesday 27 October, each workshop will cover six designs over a four hour live online session via Zoom, with roughly six student spaces. Within the autumn workshop, students will learn how to create…
Read MoreHow to retail make-up in your salon
Make-up is an extremely lucrative revenue stream for beauty professionals in many ways; especially through retailing. Mintel has reported that online sales of beauty products have increased by 11.4% this year, so as fewer consumers head to shopping centres to purchase make-up items, seize the opportunity to become a one-stop shop for their beauty treatment…
Read MoreGet creative with Crystal Nails Art Gel Pro
Decorate nails with the Art Gel Pro range from Crystal Nails; creamy soft, highly pigmented art gel ideal for creating a whole range of nail art designs. Seeing an improved, easier-to-handle density, nail techs can work quickly and easily with the Art Gel Pro shades for a polished finish. The Art Gel Pro range is…
Read MoreIlluminate nails with Jessica Phēnom City Lights collection
Jessica Nails has revealed the City Lights collection in time for the autumn/winter season, available in its Phēnom formula. The collections sees three new vivid additions to the three-step quick-drying, high-shine manicure system, which now boasts over 70 shades to choose from. Inspired by the ‘tones of an urban galaxy’, ensure clients’ nails sparkle in…
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