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5 steps to a flawless wax service

By Guest Writer | 23 July 2020

Salon System educator & waxing expert, Lisa Stone, shares her waxing tips for summer… Even though we may not all be able to jet off to exotic beaches this year…

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Nail tech turns her hand to building NHS ventilators during pandemic

By Helena Biggs | 23 July 2020

From crafting nail styles to building ventilators: Holly Sutherland put her time away from the nail desk to excellent use when she responded to an advert by Ford Cars. The…

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Brighten retail offerings with Mavex White Perfection Booster Serum

By Sophie Nutt | 23 July 2020

As part of the brand’s White Perfection treatment range, Mavex has launched the Booster Serum ideal for incorporating into the full facial treatment or retailing to clients for at-home use.…

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Behind The Brand: Get to know the names behind Dipt Nails

By Scratch Staff | 22 July 2020

Dipt was born out of a desire to bring next generation nail technology using British chemistry to the market, while being mindful of developing a system that is kind to…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Tranquility Beauty & Holistics, Oxfordshire

By Kat Hill | 22 July 2020

Having recently trained in holistic therapies, Natascha De-Bank needed more room for her additional services. Offering a combination of nail and beauty services alongside facials, aromatherapy and massages, a larger workspace…

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Nail students showcase sustainability themed competition creations

By Guest Writer | 22 July 2020

Sarah Brenton-Sara, lecturer in Level 2 & 3 Nail Services & Beauty Therapy at Truro & Penwith College, reveals how her students have been learning & developing their skills during lockdown… It has…

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Sweet Squared partners with Armargentum to distribute face coverings in UK & Ireland

By Sophie Nutt | 22 July 2020

Sweet Squared has partnered with Armargentum® to exclusively distribute the premium nose and mouth coverings in the UK and Ireland. Armargentum® face coverings are Oeko-Tex® certified, meaning they have been…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: CAMOUFLAGE

By Callie Iley | 22 July 2020

Check out all the entries to the latest challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating designs inspired by camouflage! The next task will be posted across our social media –…

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5 ways to futureproof your nail & beauty business

By Katie Barnes | 21 July 2020

Difficult economic times, unpredictable world events, illness and a fast-changing world can leave small businesses more vulnerable than ever. It’s much harder to predict where new risks will come from,…

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Glitterbels education event: Annabel’s Art Assembly

Staffordshire-based nail brand, Glitterbels, has unveiled Annabel’s Art Assembly: an education event led by co-founder & creative director, Annabel Maginnis. It marks her…

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Scratch Snap nail art competition

Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…

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