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23 adorable Jellycat-inspired nails you can’t resist: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Lilly Delmage | 30 January 2025

Check out entries to the 29 January 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Jellycats. Each nail style…

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Cambridgeshire nail tech: how I created my dream salon space after 20 years

By Scratch Staff | 29 January 2025

Dominique Sharpe’s Godmanchester nail business rebranded to The Nail Editor in May 2024, and the nail stylist moved into the professional studio she had longed for since qualifying as a…

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Slither into the Year of the Snake in style: 15 nail art ideas to celebrate Chinese New Year 2025

By Scratch Staff | 29 January 2025

Chinese New Year 2025 is celebrated on January 29th, welcoming the Year of the Snake. The nail industry is no stranger to snake-inspired designs, from snakeskin prints and hand-painted characters…

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30+ anti-Valentine’s nail ideas for those not feeling the romance

By Scratch Staff | 28 January 2025

For those who aren’t fans of Valentine’s Day, check out our roundup of alternative nail designs by pros…

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How to capitalise on Valentine’s & Galentine’s Day in the nail salon

By Guest Writer | 27 January 2025

Experts shares tips for effectively promoting your nail business this Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day… Sara Pinto, Andreia Professional product director, says… “The lead-up to 14 February presents an opportunity for…

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15 stylish Aquarius nail art ideas to celebrate your zodiac birthday

By Lilly Delmage | 27 January 2025

January 20 to February 18 officially marks Aquarius season! If you’re looking to celebrate your own (or someone special’s) birthday, a zodiac-inspired manicure is the perfect accessory to enhance the…

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Nail art museum to open in Shanghai, China

By Helena Biggs | 26 January 2025

The first museum in China dedicated to nail art is to open in the Jiading District, Shanghai, in May 2025. Established by industry veteran, Ms. Kimi Zhang Tao, and powered…

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Australia Day nails: Take a journey down under with these nail art ideas

By Lilly Delmage | 26 January 2025

G’day, nail lovers! Drawing inspiration from the outback, adorn your nails with Australia-themed art for Australia Day, the country’s national day. Whether you’re a fan of the furry friends of…

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The mum juggle: how I’ve managed motherhood & a successful beauty business

By Marie-Louise Coster | 25 January 2025

Session nail stylist, salon owner & educator, Marie-Louise Coster, opens up about her experiences juggling parenthood and her beauty salon… I am not sure there is ever a right time to…

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Dive into the dazzling world of creativity and innovation at Nailympia Anaheim 2025! This is your ultimate opportunity to break boundaries,…

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TBP Beauty Educators E-Summit

Not only are you sharing your expertise and knowledge but you also inspire and empower the next generation of professionals.…

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Step outside with the Trusted Beauty Professionals community this summer! This summer, The TBP Community are heading outdoors for an…

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