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Energy Savers Week: How to make your beauty business more energy-efficient
Stephanie Hodgson, head of research & development at Green Salon Collective (GSC), details how beauty businesses of all sizes can minimise their energy usage and emissions… GSC was founded in 2020 by environmental experts, campaigners and beauty professionals, with an aim to help member salons in the UK and Ireland…
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How a Scottish inventor & son created a product nail enthusiasts can’t live without
Have you ever damaged a nail opening a can, prying open the clips of photo frames or opening keyrings? It’s these nuisances that led husband and son duo, Brian and Gregor Eadie, to create Keysie: a handy device to save nails from unnecessary damage. It was Gregor who approached his…
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Scratch Stars Award-winning nail salon owner: competition benefits & advice
Natasha Barker, owner of Scratch Stars Nail Salon of Year 2024, Niche Nails & Beauty, reveals advice for succeeding in the competition. The 2024 awards were not the salon’s first entry into the competition. Natasha explains: “I had entered the awards previously on behalf of the salon, and we had…
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In an overwhelming display of talent and enthusiasm for their craft, nail pros worldwide embraced a creative challenge and entered The World’s Star Nail Artist, a new competition for 2023 brought to the industry by Scratch. The mission is clear: to recognise and reward global nail artists, push the boundaries…
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Offering nail extensions without the need for filing, resins or liquid and powder, the Entity Studio One Soft Gel Tips are light-cured, pre-shaped tips made from a soft, jelly-like material to support flexible, durable and comfortable wear. Designed to have reinforced strength at the arch, a break-resistant free edge, and…
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The Easter bunny has paid a visit to Scratch magazine and brought us delicious Mini Eggs nails! Check out our pick of cracking reader designs…
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A fan of low-key nail looks and dainty designs, Jennifer Oatham styled her salon to match; with a minimalist aesthetic, neutral shades and a fresh, tidy finish. “I keep all of my products in drawers to ensure the salon is clutter-free. My clients always comment on how chilled they feel…
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Check out entries to the 29 March 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a 3D Easter nail style. Each design was submitted via Facebook or Instagram using #showscratch #creativechallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.
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The metallic pigments market is predicted to reach $3.4 billion by 2033, alongside rising demand in a range of industries. Driven by demand from industries such as cosmetics, printing, coatings, and building materials, a report by FactsMR has found that the metallics pigment market is predicted to hit $2.3 billion…
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