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Why I use healing crystals in hand & foot therapies

By Scratch Staff | 4 February 2019

Kim Alexis, crystal healer, psychic spiritual medium, hypnotherapist & past life regressionist, reveals why she uses crystals in her hand & foot treatments… When a therapist massages the feet or hands,…

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OPI launches 12-piece TOKYO spring nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 4 February 2019

OPI sought inspiration from the vibrant, trendsetting city of Tokyo for its spring 2019 nail colour collection. The 12 shades are available in classic lacquer, long-wear Infinite Shine and GelColor…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Sinead Bulley, The Nail Shack

By Sophie Nutt | 3 February 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sinead Bulley, of The Nail Shack, wears leopard print-filled stars against a navy hue for an on-trend winter glam look.…

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Points to consider when pedicuring cancer patients

By Sophie Nutt | 2 February 2019

While hands are almost always on show and manicures can often be seen to take priority, it’s imperative to remind your clients of the importance of regular foot care. However,…

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Women to be given more rights after maternity leave, says the NHF/NBF

By Kat Hill | 2 February 2019

Beauty and hair trade association, The NHF and NBF have revealed that the government has announced new plans to give more protection against redundancy for pregnant women and new parents…

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Lash Perfect conducts training in India

By Sophie Nutt | 1 February 2019

Lash Perfect India has partnered with VLCC academies to offer Lash Perfect Lash Lift training. The training, which took place in January, gave trainees the chance to learn the techniques…

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Scratch Stars Awards: Your questions answered!

By Helena Biggs | 1 February 2019

Scratch editor & Scratch Stars Awards organiser, Helena Biggs, answers your questions about the Scratch Stars Awards 2019… Q: What is it and who should enter? The Scratch Stars Awards…

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Dancing On Ice: Nail Designs – Week 2

By Guest Writer | 1 February 2019

Maddy Rooke, celebrity nail technician, reveals the backstage antics and nail looks from ITV’s Dancing On Ice… Hello Scratch readers! Week 2 saw the amazing Didi Conn hang up her skates – but…

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Seduce clients with Halo gel polish Queen of Hearts collection

By Scratch Staff | 1 February 2019

Pure Nails has launched the Halo Gel Polish Queen Of Hearts nail colour collection; three stunning scarlet hues – perfect for Valentine’s Day. The aptly named Desire, Vixen and Malice…

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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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