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Greek goddess nails & 9 other nail trends set to dominate 2025

By Rebecca Hitchon | 12 January 2025

Beauty brand, Beauty Pie, has analysed TikTok, Instagram, Google search and YouGov data to uncover beauty trends to expect in 2025. It predicts the top 10 nail trends of the year to be: Duck shape nails (+463% rise in interest) Hibiscus nails (+303%) – Click for a hibiscus step-by-step by…

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Home gel kit dangers & 6 ways to prevent allergies at the nail desk

By Katie Barnes | 11 January 2025

Many people turned to DIY nail kits during the coronavirus lockdown. They may have been visiting a nail pro for months, years or even decades – before suddenly, the luxury of a nail appointment was gone, and some saw a solution in home application of gel polish. DIY home kits…

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Self-employment help for nail techs: registration & tax essentials

By Lilly Delmage | 11 January 2025

Are you keen to take the leap into self-employment? Here’s a guide to the registration and tax essentials you need to know… For nail technicians working in salons who seek greater control over their careers, self-employment often feels like a natural next step. It offers professional and creative freedom, aiding…

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AI is changing the beauty salon game: here’s how it can help you stay ahead

By Guest Writer | 10 January 2025

Richard McCabe, aka the Lifestyle Salon Coach, shares how artificial intelligence can benefit your beauty business… Love it or hate it, AI is changing how businesses work – and that includes salons. Just like past tech revolutions, if you jump on board early, you’re more likely to come out on…

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Revealed: the 10 UK cities offering the best ‘value for money’ manicures

By Lilly Delmage | 9 January 2025

Research by Capital on Tap has revealed the UK’s hotspots for ‘high-quality yet low cost’ nail services. Credit card and spend management platform for small businesses, Capital on Tap, has compiled The UK Beauty Report, analysing the cities that offer the best value for money in terms of self-care services.…

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Veganuary: How to tell if your nail & beauty products are vegan-friendly

By Scratch Staff | 9 January 2025

Are your clients calling for vegan and cruelty-free products? Scratch explores how to tell if your nail and beauty products fit the bill… The global vegan cosmetics market is anticipated to reach $24.79 billion in 2028, according to research by Fortune Business Insights, and a whopping 82% of all new vegan items…

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Sammy Macdonald Victoria Beckham Nails

Get to know the Scottish nail stylist who led nail looks for Victoria Beckham

By Helena Biggs | 8 January 2025

In Sammy Mac’s two decades in the nail industry, she’s won numerous awards, opened a thriving nail salon chain and led multiple teams backstage at Fashion Week events. So what’s left on the career tick list for this Scottish nail pro? “Leading the nail team for the 2024 Victoria Beckham…

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Green Nails

50+ green nail designs that are trending right now

By Scratch Staff | 8 January 2025

Green nails have been dominating our Instagram feeds, and show no signs of going anywhere anytime soon! Check out our roundup of trending designs below…

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UPDATE YOUR retail line with Mad Beauty’s Handy Sets

By Helena Biggs | 9 June 2017

If you’re looking for something different to add to your retail range, consider Handy Sets from Mad Beauty. Ideal for festivals, holidays and days out, the sets contain a hand cream, wet wipes, hand sanitizer and a pack of tissues. The sets are available in cherry and geometric prints, and…

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HEAT UP nail looks with Orly’s Coastal Crush summer colours

By Helena Biggs | 8 June 2017

Create nail looks that pack a punch this summer with the sizzling Coastal Crush collection by Orly. Encourage clients to be adventurous with the six shades, which include Summer Fling, a sunny coral, Under The Stars, a navy blue shimmer, For The First Time, a purple creme. The shades are…

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COURSE BITES: ASP Manicure & Pedicure Course, incorporating Signature Gel Polish

By Kat Hill | 8 June 2017

Course Details: This course for either beginners or experienced nail technicians that teaches basic and luxury manicure and pedicure techniques, service plans, and suggested treatment costs together with the application of ASP Signature Gel Polish. The course also covers the health and safety knowledge to carry out the service confidently. The course carries…

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HIGH DEFINITION launch brow highlighter

By Helena Biggs | 8 June 2017

High Definition has added to its award winning make-up range with its new Brow Highlighter product. Available in a universal shade to suit all skin tones, this waterproof pencil is packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients, such as Jojoba Oil, to cover any redness following the HD Brows treatment. What’s more, the…

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CREATE DESIGNS to stun with Crystal Parade & exclusive Scratch offer

By Helena Biggs | 7 June 2017

Ensure your professional reputation sparkles with a helping hand from Crystal Parade.  The company stocks a variety of crystals that are perfect for accessorising both fingernails and toes, each available in different colours, shapes and sizes from brands including Swarovski, and Preciosa. What’s more, the company reveals the highlight sought…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Nail Inspiration and Beauty, Swindon

By Kat Hill | 7 June 2017

Having started as a mobile technician, Kelly Web soon became busy enough to rent a room above a hairdressers. From this location, she was able to build a loyal client base and needed an additional technician too. Soon again, she found her business required more space again. “I moved into…

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