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Interested in entering Nailympia Competitions? Webinar dives into its 2025 direction

By Scratch Staff | 8 February 2025

Are you keen to learn more about Nailympia Competitions? Buddy Sims, learning experience (LX) specialist for hair & beauty education platform, Pivot Point International, hosted a webinar with Alex Fox, global director of Nailympia Competitions, and seasoned judge & nail expert, Vitaly Solomonoff, which is available to watch back here.…

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Scotland home salon: the pro offering a one-stop shop for nails, hair & beauty services

By Lilly Delmage | 8 February 2025

Emma Saunderson, the owner of Angus-based salon, GlamEm, has made a name for herself as a versatile beauty professional, offering an impressive range of beauty treatments from her home salon. Having trained as a nail technician in 2019 with Young Nails, Emma initially worked on a mobile basis. Though as…

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50 chrome Valentine’s Day nail art ideas you’ll fall for

By Scratch Staff | 8 February 2025

From glazed donut finishes to striking shiny details, chrome nails aren’t going anywhere – and especially not for Valentine’s Day. Get inspired with our roundup of romantic chrome nail looks below…

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10 Father’s Day retail ideas for your nail business

By Rebecca Hitchon | 12 June 2024

Capitalise on Father’s Day on Sunday 16 June with our pick of retail options, ready for clients to gift to father figures…

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50% of beauty professionals identify as neurodivergent, research reveals

By Rebecca Hitchon | 11 June 2024

A survey conducted by Vagaro has found that half of beauty pros identify as neurodivergent: when someone’s brain works differently from what is considered the norm. The salon, spa and fitness booking and management software’s research for Autism Acceptance Month (April) found that 27% of respondents work with a neurodivergent…

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Are you Fearless or Bold? INK’s Flubber Colour gel polish collection has a shade to suit all traits

By Helena Biggs | 10 June 2024

INK London has introduced 10 gel polish shades to its popular Flubber range. The Fearless collection features hues that are highly pigmented and designed to represent various emotions: Bold Brave Courageous Daring Gallant Heroic Intrepid Strong True Valiant The shades can be used atop INK’s Flubber Builder Bases; strong base…

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What you need to know about mixing brands at the nail desk

By Dani Bailey | 10 June 2024

Dani Bailey, nail educator & Scratch Stars finalist for The Shooting Star Award 2024, begins her online article series by sharing her career story and exploring concerns around mixing nail brands. I’ve always been a self-confessed nail nerd. I’ve devoured nail scientist, Doug Schoon’s work and after completing the NailKnowledge…

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Here’s how to treat common nail conditions – including pseudomonas & onycholysis

By Guest Writer | 8 June 2024

OPI educator, Lucy Price-Marshall who is a Scratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year finalist for 2024 and took the title in 2023, shares troubleshooting pointers for common nail conditions. Identifying and treating common nail conditions and service concerns are valuable skills that will support your career. Knowledge of…

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25 Pride nail art designs to try during Pride Month & beyond

By Rebecca Hitchon | 7 June 2024

June marks Pride Month, dedicated to celebrating the global LGBTQ+ community and promoting acceptance, equality and awareness of issues affecting this community. Check out these themed designs by nail artists…

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