MOVERS & SHAKERS
Finalists announced in 2025 nail industry awards for UK&I pros & businesses
For 12 years, Scratch magazine has been recognising excellence in the UK&I nail industry via the Scratch Stars Awards, and is proud to present the finalists for 2025. Hundreds of entries were received between February and March this year, with nail pros, teams and businesses keen to highlight their talents, passions and industry…
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OPI collaborates with award-winning nail pro on mani/pedi essentials range
Following the launch of the Katie Barnes X OPI branded E-file in 2024, the two companies have announced a second collaboration: a range of nail and cuticle tools and E-file bits. Katie Clark (née Barnes), a multi award-winning nail pro & educator, founded Katie Barnes Tool Range in 2017 to…
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Get Lippy: Beauty brands unite to raise awareness of gynaecological cancers
Gynae cancer charity, The Eve Appeal, has announced its Get Lippy campaign to raise awareness of gynaecological cancers. The Get Lippy campaign will be rolled out during the month of May, encouraging everyone to ‘Get Lippy’ by raising awareness of the five gynaecological cancers: womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval and vaginal.…
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The winners at the first Hair & Beauty Community Awards run by the National Hairdressers Federation and the National Beauty Federation (NHF/NBF) were revealed at a reception held at the Houses of Parliament, London. Launched this year, the awards aim to recognise and promote the fantastic work hair salons, barbershops and…
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Aiming to inspire beauty lovers alike and share a brand’s fascinating history, OPI’s co-founder Suzi Weiss-Fischmann has revealed her story in the form of a book. Entitled I’m Not Really a Waitress: How One Woman Took Over the Beauty Industry One Color at a Time, the book reveals Suzi’s life…
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Salon System supported ‘The Masterclass’ event hosted by celebrity make-up artist, Mario Dedivanovic (aka @makeupbymario), in London earlier this month. At The Masterclass, 650 make-up artists had the opportunity to take a behind the scenes look at Mario demonstrating his signature make-up look. A four hour immersive show, Mario also…
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Friday 26 April saw the results of the CEW Awards announced at the glamorous Hilton, Park Lane. Guests, including Scratch editor, Helena Biggs, indulged in a three course lunch and incredible networking opportunities after a welcome from Caroline Neville MBE, president of CEW (Cosmetic Executive Women). Founded in 1992, CEW…
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Global beauty expert and strategist, Eryca Freemantle, has launched E.A.T.O.W; an initiative ‘Embracing All Tones Of Women’ that drives empowerment and diversity within the beauty industry. “E.A.T.O.W has been an idea I’ve had for over 15 years as I believe that diversity should be celebrated,” Eryca reveals. “I know the…
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With more in the beauty industry pledging commitment to lessening waste and making more sustainable choices, a Barnsley-based family business, which creates handmade bath and body products, has pledged to use only 100% recyclable or sustainable materials. The Pretty Little Treat Co. produces vintage-inspired bath and body products, using natural and…
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