MOVERS & SHAKERS
TV presenter, Jeff Brazier, to host Scratch Stars Awards nail industry party
TV presenter & social media personality, Jeff Brazier, is to host The Scratch Stars Party at The Underglobe, London, on Sunday 6 July 2025. The event celebrates excellence in the UK&I nail sector, offering an opportunity for over 300 attendees to network and enjoy live entertainment. During the evening, the…
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Leaders of beauty & hair organisation honoured in Women in Trade Associations Powerlist
Caroline Larissey, chief executive of the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF), and Rosina Robson, director of policy & public affairs, have been named in the 2025 Women in Trade Associations Powerlist. This recognition, curated by the Trade Association Forum (TAF), Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and Confederation of British…
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Mother’s Day: how to tailor nail treatments to mums-to-be, new & mature mums
Mother’s Day offers a chance to boost your treatment offerings to satisfy a range of clients. Let us show you how… Mums-to-be The aches and strains of a pregnancy warrant some well-deserved TLC, so turn your focus to expectant mothers. “Mothers-to-be have a lot to prepare for and depending on…
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Lecenté has announced its Education Enrolment Season, offering promotions on nail education for a range of skill levels. Running from 8 January to 31 January, Lecenté’s Education Enrolment Season will feature exclusive event offers on its award-winning training, including free enrolment into a range of courses. Education on offer during…
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If you’re in London this month, keep your eyes peeled for Happy Paul founder, Paul Gerrard, and his dog, Reggie. They’re giving away the skincare and bodycare brand’s Moisturiser to spread positivity and hydrate this ‘dry January’. Lucky recipients of the moisturiser are invited to donate what they feel it…
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Sharing motivational talks, inspirational stories and the secrets and strategies to her success in the beauty industry, Beauty Business Academy founder, Layla Tourh, has launched her She’s Bossed It podcast on all major podcast platforms. With a range of industry experience from owning a salon, distributing for top beauty brands,…
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Scratch is renowned for its striking, nail-focused front covers that have grabbed attention since the magazine’s launch in May 2003. But which was the most-loved cover of 2023? Readers were invited to vote for their favourite image from 1-31 December, and the results showed the varied and eclectic tastes of…
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His Majesty’s New Year Honours List 2024 has been published, marking the achievements and service of extraordinary people from all walks of life across the UK. Two beauty names have been awarded… Jane Boardman Founding chair of the British Beauty Council (BBCo) & CEO of communications agency, M&C Saatchi Talk,…
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The Hair and Beauty Charity has raised almost £11,500 in its annual raffle, in support of beauty industry professionals who have fallen on hard times. With tickets sold throughout the year both online and at industry events, the winners were revealed across the charity’s social media by charity supporter, Errol…
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