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How a Scottish nail brand is changing the way products are seen in the sector
In just five years, husband and wife duo, Chris and Bekka Costello, have grown their nail business in Paisley, Scotland, from 10 humble products to over 350: focusing on everything nail professionals require to offer slick, profitable services. “We started Nail Order while our salon was closed due to the…
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Slither into the Year of the Snake in style: 15 nail art ideas to celebrate Chinese New Year 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 to 3D creations. However, if you’d rather steer clear of animal motifs, embracing the colours of the event is another…
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Want to offer vegan manicures in your nail salon? Here’s 20 products to add to your kit
A whopping 25 million people took part in Veganuary in 2024: so have you considered vegan-friendly nail and beauty options in the salon to cater to this burgeoning client base? Gaining a ‘vegan status’ in the beauty sector means a product must not contain animal-derived ingredients or by-products. Click here…
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50 blue nail art designs that are blue-tifully chic
Feeling the blues? You won’t be after checking out these 50 blue nail art ideas to inspire creative handiwork…
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20 Scottish-themed nail designs to celebrate Burns Night
Burns Night takes place annually on 25 January and is a celebration of the life and work of Scottish poet & lyricist, Robert Burns, on what would have been his birthday. Scots often commemorate the occasion with a cèilidh (social event with dancing) and a supper, where they enjoy a…
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Glitterbels pros: reap education, rewards & discounts via The Nailist Programme
Staffordshire-based nail brand, Glitterbels, has launched The Nailist Programme as part of its mission to ‘help nail technicians elevate their craft, grow their businesses and push industry standards to new heights’. Designed by Glitterbels founders, Annabel and Elliott Maginnis, the programme serves to provide high-quality education, products and ongoing support…
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Manifest your 2025 goals with 20 New Year’s resolution nails: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 15 January 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: New Year’s resolutions. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #ShowScratch #CreativeChallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.
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NSI Nails Guyana to host masterclass on eco-friendly nail art practices
Nail brand, NSI Nails Guyana, has launched Sparkle Sustainably, a masterclass for nail techs in the Caribbean to help them integrate eco-friendly nail art practices. Scheduled to take place 20-22 March 2025 at the Ramada Georgetown Princess Hotel, the three-day masterclass will offer intensive, hands-on training focused on creating stunning…
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Explore 10 common ingredients found in nailcare products & their functions… Allantoin Ideal for treating cracked and damaged skin, allantoin supports the healing process and has gentle exfoliating properties. It is used to soften and moisturise cuticles and encourages nail growth. This conditioning cuticle cream helps to soften both the…
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Get to know Italian-born Alice Nali, Scratch Stars Nail Stylist of the Year 2023, who shares her nail story, journey to success & future goals… Alice Nali first visited a nail salon around the age of 10, and fondly remembers the range of colours and glitters displayed on the shelves.…
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Manufacturer of ear and nose piercing equipment and education provider, Studex UK, has announced that it has gained training endorsement from HABIA (Hair And Beauty Industry Authority). HABIA champions high-quality education, and its endorsement means that both Studex UK‘s ear and nose piercing training programmes are aligned with the most…
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Feel the force of four multi-dimensional cat-eye glitters that leave an opulent velvet-looking effect when manipulated with a magnet with Gelish’s Pure Velvet Magnet Gel Polish. From soft, subtle waves to sharp, contrasting lines, there are a multitude of nail art opportunities with each Pure Velvet gel polish and the…
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Business expert & International Business School founder, Liz McKeon, has launched The Successful Salon Formula: a programme that helps salon owners achieve their goals. It comprises Liz’s ‘3G method’, a five-step method where ‘greatness’ is learned on how to excel as a boss, elevate the client experience and generate sales.…
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Following Townhouse, Knightsbridge’s second consecutive Nail Salon of the Year win at the Scratch Stars Awards 2023, founder & creative director, Juanita Huber-Millet, shares what the win means to the team and what to expect from the salon brand in future… Townhouse has become a familiar face at the Scratch…
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