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Self-employment help for nail techs: legal, financial & operational considerations

By Lilly Delmage | 5 February 2025

All the legal, financial and operational factors to consider before making those all-important choices… Deciding to become a self-employed nail tech is just the beginning, and we’re here to help you navigate it all. From choosing whether to work from home or as a mobile tech, to deciding which insurance…

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Life as a nail tech with Raynaud’s: 5 pros share their experiences

By Scratch Staff | 5 February 2025

Raynaud’s syndrome, also known as Raynaud’s disease and Raynaud’s phenomenon, is a condition that affects blood circulation to fingers and toes and can cause them to change colour when cold, anxious or stressed. Other symptoms include pain, numbness and pins and needles. Symptoms vary for each individual and may last…

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Meet the Anglesey nail pro transforming trainers using nail art products

By Rebecca Hitchon | 4 February 2025

“Nail art techniques can be applied in a variety of ways: from customising trainers to dolls, jewellery and even tip jars,” shares Sophie Pritchard, founder of Creative Claws salon and training academy. The North Wales-based nail tech was first encouraged by her husband to transfer her nail art skills to…

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IWD 2020: How a nail design helped raise awareness of a serious illness

By Zoe Wickens | 6 March 2020

Scratch speaks to some successful and inspirational women in the nail industry leading up to International Women’s Day, 8 March… Suzie Eglon has worked in the nail industry for around five years and is currently employed by Quintessential Beauty, a salon in her hometown of Market Rasen, Lincolnshire. “I turned…

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Mothers Day

How to make mature mums feel comfortable in the salon

By Sophie Nutt | 5 March 2020

Mother’s Day lands on Sunday 22 March this year, so be sure to capitalise on the occasion by putting the focus on mature ladies – including the mums and grandmothers of your existing clients. The Office for National Statistics reveals that the UK’s population is ageing, as people continue to live longer…

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IWD 2020: Nail tech launches project to create jobs & opportunities for all

By Scratch Staff | 5 March 2020

Scratch puts the spotlight on inspiring & successful women in the run up to International Women’s Day, 8 March… A nail technician from Leeds has entered a national competition to support her passion; to open a nail salon, training academy and centre and create a number of opportunities for aspiring techs…

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Lecenté Create Training Event 2020

By Kat Hill | 4 March 2020

Earlier this week, I was lucky enough to spend the day with the Lecenté team at its Create Training Event. The event saw educators and ambassadors gather, as well as some of the brand’s European distributors. The day kicked off with a warm welcome from head of marketing & communications, Katrina…

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Tech Talk: How becoming a nail tech helped Kelly Kemp

By Zoe Wickens | 4 March 2020

Scratch catches up with nail tech, Kelly Kemp, to learn more about her industry journey… Kelly Kemp from Newquay, Cornwall, entered the nail industry in May 2018. “I suffer from anxiety and depression and was in a bad place, so I was looking for something to help me pick myself up,”…

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Revitalise skin with BeautyLab facial roller

By Zoe Wickens | 4 March 2020

BeautyLab has introduced a dual-ended amethyst crystal facial roller to its luxurious skincare range. The amethyst crystal facial roller, handcrafted from natural amethyst crystal and described by the brand as ‘the ultimate jewel in the crown of any age-defying skincare routine’, helps to revitalise complexions, promote circulation and reduce puffiness.…

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