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French pedicure

How to nail the French tip pedicure

By Katie Barnes | 20 April 2025

Katie Clark, award-winning nail tech & founder of Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education, answers questions about perfecting the French pedi… How big should the French tips be? A French tip should mimic the natural free edge of the nail. Estimate how long the client will wait between appointments, plus…

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Why it’s important to take care of feet & advice for pedicurists

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 April 2025

The importance of footcare can be overlooked, particularly during colder weather when feet and toenails tend to be tucked into thick socks and closed-toe footwear. But footcare services are not just beneficial for pedicure season. Foot and toenail issues can arise at any time, and treating them early can prevent…

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Runner feet

9 common nail & skin problems for runners & how to treat

By Scratch Staff | 13 April 2025

Discover the common nail and skin woes of runners, and how to tackle them for the ultimate foot finish… “Runners can be prone to a lot of foot problems,” explains nail educator & brand adviser, Rachel Gribble. “Hard skin, ingrown toenails and bruised nails are some of the most prevalent.…

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How to manage stock this Christmas

By Sophie Nutt | 28 November 2019

When it comes to selecting your seasonal stock, preparation and a plan is key. “At this time of year, Christmas shopping is at the forefront of everyone’s minds,” explains Rachel Cock, Salon Services’ commercial director. “It’s the perfect time to push your retail offering as gifts for your customers to…

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How to jazz up your retail display this Christmas

By Sophie Nutt | 27 November 2019

Never underestimate the power of an eye-catching and enticing seasonal retail display! Investing in festive decorations is something that has proven to be key in boosting business performance during the Christmas period. Christmas Tree World has revealed that 59% of UK consumers surveyed would spend more money in a leisure…

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Winter tanning

How to maximise tanning treatment bookings this party season

By Scratch Staff | 26 November 2019

The experts at Sienna X explain why you should plan your marketing to maximise party season tanning… “Now is the perfect time to start planning for the upcoming Christmas season and think about how you can maximise appointments over the coming months. “Talk to your clients and use the run up…

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Why & how to take care of yourself at the nail desk

By Katie Barnes | 25 November 2019

Many nail techs go home after a long day with aches and pains in their hands, shoulders and back. A tech’s hands are vital for performing the job, yet too many of us often neglect caring for them as we should. Proper posture and improved ergonomics can help reduce these…

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How to boost voucher sales during the Christmas period

By Scratch Staff | 23 November 2019

Liz McKeon, beauty business expert at www.lizmckeon.com, reveals her top tips for boosting voucher sales… The Christmas Season is always an opportune time of the year to make some profit for your beauty salon or spa and to increase beauty retail sales. Selling gift vouchers or gift cards is a great way…

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The benefits of offering L&P services

By Sophie Nutt | 21 November 2019

The L&P system is a valuable addition to a professional’s skillset as well as a staple service for a salon’s service menu. “L&P is a system that I have been working with for 22 years now and it is my starting system with new extension clients,” says Lisa Dunlop, Cuccio…

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