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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Vegan gel polish collection & kit up for grabs in spring nail art competition
The April Scratch Snap competition is open! Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge that invites nail pros to create a salon-style nail design in line with a theme. Simply snap a pic of the design on yourself, nail tips or a client – and you could be…
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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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The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, is set to unveil a new ‘Restart Grant’ to help high street businesses reopen as restrictions are lifted under the Prime Minster’s roadmap out of lockdown. Ahead of the Spring 2021 Budget announcement on Wednesday (3 March), £5 billion is set to be announced, with hair…
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The rise of the lockdown-preneur – under 30s behind over 2,700 new hairdressing and beauty treatment businesses. Under 30s account for four in 10 new businesses versus 30% three years ago and according to new data, the Covid-19 pandemic has propelled enterprising under 30s into starting over 2,700 new hairdressing and…
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Nail artists have a chance to take part in the biggest nails Give-Away this February. Prizes include … Afinia Dust Collector Staleks pro kit from Anna Popova Manicure smart kit from Zrinka Vuksan Bolancha Plus extra knowledge boosters with… Smart studio manicure class by Zrinka Vuksan Bolancha Nail Art treasury…
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The lockdown restrictions in Ireland will remain in force until 5 April, meaning non-essential businesses such as hair and beauty salons will remain closed. The Irish government has decided to take a cautious approach to easing its lockdown, arguing that its aim is the long-term suppression of the virus. In…
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Scotland’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has today (23 February) revealed the country’s route out of lockdown and tentative reopening dates for nail & beauty businesses. In a statement at Holyrood, first minister Nicola Sturgeon commented: “Our watchwords are ‘caution’ and ‘patience’. The tools at our disposal mean we can now…
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Global colour authority, Pantone Color Institute, has revealed its report of the top ten standout colours for London Fashion Week for Autumn/Winter 2021/2022. The report includes 10 colours which are expected to be seen in the new season, as fashion designers introduce new collections for AW 21/22. In turn, these…
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