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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March 8 marks International Women’s Day; a day to recognise and celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women. A day to set both personal and professional goals and look back at your achievement, what are you celebrating today? In the spirit, we’ve rounded up a few inspirational quotes…
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Nailympia Competitions is delighted to add a fourth location to its world map – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. This new event will be hosted by two Canadian nail competitors, Aigul Fritzke & Karen Dunn. “It’s extremely exciting to add Canada to the Nailympia world tour,” comments Alex Fox, global director of Nailympia.…
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Scratch Stars Session Stylist of the Year 2018, Nickie Rhodes-Hill, reveals the nail antics at Ralph & Russo’s Paris Haute Couture show for spring/summer 2019… My team and I were asked to provide a nail look for Ralph & Russo’s haute couture show, and met at 5am on the day…
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Light Elegance WOW Workshops are now available to book via Sweet Squared. The two-hour workshops offer the chance for nail techs to meet the LE education team, enjoy demonstrations and gain an overview of the brand. Pros can also expect special offers and an insight into the educational offering. Costing just £20…
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Nouveau Lashes has announced its new consumer-focused Super Natural campaign, in partnership with actress and brand ambassador, Michelle Keegan. Michelle will be helping Nouveau Lashes increase awareness of its revolutionary treatments and products, specifically the LVL (length, volume and lift) lash treatment of which Michelle is a well-known devotee. “I’ve…
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Throughout March, Sally Salon Services is giving away a free Klipad tablet to retail and professional customers when they spend £150 or more on select brands. Valid on purchases both online and in stores across the UK, the HD Android tablet also comes with a solid case, which is ideal…
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