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Nail techs, salons, educators & teams invited to ‘show off their sparkle’ in UK&I industry awards

By Helena Biggs | 1 February 2025

Nail pros & business owners: it’s time to show off your sparkle and celebrate your strengths in the sector’s most prestigious awards event! It’s the ultimate celebration of creativity, passion and dedication to client care: the nail sector’s equivalent to the Oscars has returned for a 13th year – and…

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Cardiff nail tech: Offering vegan nail services has attracted 75% of my clients

By Lilly Delmage | 31 January 2025

Coral Kendall (she/they) of vegan nail studio, Oh Lush Nails, shares why she believes it is important to offer vegan services, the products she uses and what techs can do to become more vegan-friendly… “As a vegan of seven years, I was always going to run a vegan studio,” reveals…

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20 nail products you’ll love for Valentine’s Day 2025

By Rebecca Hitchon | 31 January 2025

‘Tis the season of love, so we’ve rounded up 20 love-ly nail products – from gel polishes to nail lacquers and glitter – that will set hearts aflutter this Valentine’s Day…

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Indulge with Heaven by Deborah Mitchell Afternoon Tea Hand Wash & Cream

By Sophie Nutt | 28 June 2019

Heaven by Deborah Mitchell has launched the limited edition Afternoon Tea Hand Wash & Cream duo. The super sweet hand wash and cream contain a blend of essential oils and tea to create a luxury scent, suited to all skin types. The duo is ideal as a luxury bathroom addition…

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INK London adds summer shades to iLac range

By Kat Hill | 28 June 2019

Get set for summer nail services with the new iLac shades from INK London. The new additions see four new vivid hues: i-172 Unconditional Love – sparkly, grapefruit pink i-173 Just Jade – a sparkling teal tone i-174 Mayday – a hot red i-175 Fiesta – grape purple. Offering up…

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How to raise your profile in the beauty & hair sectors

By Scratch Staff | 27 June 2019

Dave Horton, director of Associated Beauty Therapists (ABT), reveals how you can increase your impact in the wider industry & show off your skills successfully… When was the last time you shouted about how great you are? You have a loyal group of clients who, no doubt, love to recommend…

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Why you should add waxing to your treatment menu

By Sophie Nutt | 27 June 2019

Waxing is a treatment for which clients will seek out a recommended therapist with whom they feel comfortable, and is convenient for regular, repeat bookings all year round. It’s also a treatment that offers high profit margins. Whether you own a large or small salon or work as a mobile…

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Cuccio T3 LED/UV gel now available in a tube

By Sophie Nutt | 27 June 2019

The thick T3 LED/UV gel from Cuccio is now available in a ‘controlled tube’ for ease of application. Previously only available in a pot, the gel allows techs to sculpt or create a tip and overlay with ease. Boasting strength, flexibility and strong adhesion, the gel is designed to stay…

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Ace summer nail styling with Gellux Soul Sister collection

By Sophie Nutt | 26 June 2019

Salon System has launched its new Gellux Soul Sister collection just in time for summer. Comprising a mix of creamy nudes and colour-popping vibrant hues, the eight-piece collection is on-trend for summer nail styling. The Soul Sister collection includes: Sugar Addiction Slumber Party Double Dating Boy Trouble Shopaholic Girlfriends BFF…

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