Posts by Sophie Nutt
Care for cuticles with Cuccio Mini Cuticle Revitalizing Oils
Cuccio Europe has launched its Mini Cuticle Revitalizing Oils, ideal for clients to look after their nails at home. Handy for keeping in handbags or on desks during the colder months, the four-pack of Mini Cuticle Revitalizing Oils include the scents: Milk & Honey Pomegranate & Fig Vanilla Bean & Sugar White Limetta & Aloe…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: New Year glam
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Whatever your clients’ plans are this New Year’s Eve, ensure they have a glam nail look to see them through into 2020. This navy, nude and gold embellished design by Emme (of @emme_nail) oozes sophistication and glamour with feature nails that are…
Read MoreRobbie Tomkins reflects on 2019
December marks the end of the year and my last column for Scratch before I hand over the reins to the columnists for 2020. I have had such a great time writing for you and being a part of the Scratch family. If you’d told me I would be a columnist for the leading and most respected nail magazine…
Read MoreLecenté teams up with Bioglitter for winter glitter collection
Lecenté has teamed up with Bioglitter for it’s winter collection, featuring four foils and six biodegradable glitters. Lecenté Bioglitter boasts a high quality, eco-friendly alternative to plastic-based glitter. Launching initially with six more colours, all in an ultra-fine cut, Lecenté Bioglitter uses natural and plant-derived, non-plastic material, which will biodegrade into harmless substances in the…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Cherry Christmas
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! T minus two days until the big day! While we love a classically Christmas nail design, we fell head over heels for this chic look by Sophie Goodwin of Sophie Scott Nails. Featuring a sculpted French tip design, hand painted cherries, red…
Read MoreSalon retail sales soar throughout December
Retail sales are the main driver of December’s revenue for beauty salons, according to research conducted by Phorest Salon Software. Analysing over 6,000 salons in the US, UK, Ireland, Australia, Finland and Germany, Phorest has found that retail sales have brought 107% more revenue to salons compared to the rest of the year. According to…
Read MoreBeauty entrepreneur wins Scottish Business Woman of the Year
Beauty entrepreneur, Kate Scott, has been awarded Scottish Business Woman of the Year at the National Business Women Awards. Kate was recognised for her business acumen in launching the BeautyBooker app, which allows customers to book appointments in hair, beauty and nail salon and spas within the North East area of Scotland via the app. The app is…
Read MoreSalon System presents at Sally Showcase Event
The Salon System team presented the annual Sally Showcase Event held in Coventry, designed to educate and inform store managers from the 265 Sally stores about the Salon System brand portfolio. The managers were split into groups of eight and Salon System had 25 minutes with each group. The event format included a Salon System…
Read More#TRENDINGTUEDAY Natalie Mason, The Shack Nails
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Natalie Mason, of The Shack Nails, reveals full-on sparkle has been popular with her clients recently. “This design has been popular as it enables clients to keep a clean classic look but still with a whole lot of sparkle. It’s the perfect balance between…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Hey puddin’
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! T-minus nine days until Santa makes a visit! So we’re throwing some more festive nail art designs your way in the lead up to the big day. We’re in love with these fabulously festive nails, seeing super cute Christmas puddings hand painted…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Katie Foster, Nomad Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Katie Foster, of Nomad Beauty, wears a super sparkly galaxy design on her nails. “These nails were based on a galaxy theme! I created them using Magpie Beauty products. I started with a couple of layers of Give Me Strength, followed by Magpie Beauty Glitter…
Read MoreVTCT launches Grants & Bursaries Programme
The Vocational Training Charitable Trust (VTCT) has launched the Grants and Bursaries Programme to support disadvantaged learners through their studies. The focus is to assist and support learners aged 16-25 years taking an iTEC or VTCT qualification, with particular emphasis given to help those that may be disadvantaged and would not otherwise have had the means to…
Read MoreIndulge clients with BeautyPro Spa At Home Gift Set
Encourage clients to practice a spot of self care in the comfort of their own home this winter with the BeautyPro Spa At Home Gift Set. The gift set includes a range of sheet masks ideal for a luxurious spa treatment at home or for prepping skin before a night out this party season. The…
Read MoreSusan Gerrard Beauty Academy introduces VTCT Swedish Body Massage Course
Fancy kicking off the new year by training in a new skill? The Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy has introduced the 10-week VTCT Swedish Body Massage Course to its range of programmes. The course takes place on Tuesday 7 January 2020 at The Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy in Borehamwood. Entry requirements include a Level 2 Beauty…
Read MoreWhat does a Conservative election win mean for salons?
The NHBF analyses the conservative election win and what it will mean for salons… Boris Johnson’s government has been re-elected with a strong majority, making it very likely that the government will continue with their previous policies, including Brexit. The Prime Minister is expected to bring the Withdrawal Agreement Bill back to Parliament before Christmas…
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