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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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45 Valentine’s French manicures you’ll fall in love with

By Scratch Staff | 4 February 2025

Opt for a romantic twist on the classic French, complete with red, pink and plenty of hearts for Valentine’s Day. Check out our roundup of chic designs below…

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Top reasons to enter nail competitions & expert tips for success

By Guest Writer | 3 February 2025

Esteemed beauty business expert & CEO of PHAB Service Stars, Nergish Wadia-Austin, shares advice for budding nail competitors… The nail industry is vibrant, with competitions like the Scratch Stars Awards and Nailympia showcasing the best in creativity and artistry. Prestigious events like these are essential for any nail technician wishing…

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Create chic nail designs with new Evo Suede Top Coat

By Helena Biggs | 10 March 2019

Bio Sculpture Gel has added a Matte Top Coat to its Evo range. Evo Suede has ‘a velvet soft touch finish that will keep the matte suede effect for longer’ and has the option as a non-wipe top coat. Evo Suede Top Coat replaces Evo Matte Top Coat and is ideal…

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Prep skin with Sienna X Self-Tan Remover

By Sophie Nutt | 9 March 2019

Sienna X has added the Self-Tan Remover and Mitt to its extensive tanning line. The formula is an intense treatment for correcting tan application or stubborn, built-up tan, designed to make unsightly tanning mistakes a thing of the past. Created with moisturising ingredients, the tan remover features aloe vera and…

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How to add another nail service to your treatment menu

By Kat Hill | 9 March 2019

New year, new skill! Are you thinking of adding to your salon menu to meet client nail needs? Liz Richards, national sales and education manager for Cuccio Europe, shares some thing to consider… “It’s important when adding a new system that you choose based on what would be right for your…

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Add sparkle to designs with The Nail Team Wizard Of Oz collection

By Sophie Nutt | 8 March 2019

The Nail Team has revealed its Wizard Of Oz glitter collection for sparkling nail designs. Consisting of 12 new shades, the collection includes: Tin Man Scarecrow Ruby Slippers Emerald City Toto Dorothy Glinda Cowardly Lion Munchkin Yellow Brick Road Wizard Witch Elphaba Shop the collection via www.thenailteam.com

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RefectoCil opens its first Brow & Lash Bar

By Sophie Nutt | 8 March 2019

RefectoCil has opened its first Brow & Lash Bar in Vienna, Austria. Distributed exclusively in the UK by Salon System, the brand provides lash and brow tint for the industry. CEO of GW Cosmetics, Rainer Deisenhammer, and Ultimativ Group masterminds, Andres and Patrick Raitz, have had a successful partnership with…

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Mundo introduces 2L bottles of its beauty hygiene formulas

By Helena Biggs | 8 March 2019

Mundo Products has revealed 2L bottles of its popular hygiene products, including Nail Plate Cleanser, Foot Spa & Water Line Disinfectant and Multi-Surface Disinfectant. Ideal for larger beauty businesses, these bigger bottles can be decanted into smaller, existing Mundo bottles for everyday use. The new bottle will be phased in…

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