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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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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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Salon System announces Lash Squad for 2019

By Sophie Nutt | 21 February 2019

Salon System has announced it’s Lash Squad for 2019, seeing a team of industry experts and lash gurus that have formed a squad to share knowledge, inspiration and techniques. Keen on imparting wisdom on new products, trends, training courses and techniques, Salon System’s Lash Squad includes Ruth Atkins, Lisa Stone, Sammm…

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Maria Cientanni shares Lecenté glitter application tips

By Sophie Nutt | 21 February 2019

It’s no secret that glitter is a key component – and, for some, a healthy obsession – in a nail tech’s life. Glitter is a great way to personalise a manicure and make it unique to the client, as more women are seeking to express themselves through their nail choices,…

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Enhance brows with the Sienna X Illuminator Duo

By Sophie Nutt | 20 February 2019

Finish a brow service with the Sienna X Illuminator Duo from it’s brows range. The Sienna X Illuminator Duo is designed to define, enhance and perfect the arch and brow line. Double-ended, the handy tool is ideal for finishing a Sienna X Brow service or for retailing as an addition…

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Wax:One commemorates 1st Birthday with benefits for beauty pros

By Helena Biggs | 20 February 2019

Waxing brand, Wax:One, is commemorating its first year in the beauty industry with a multitude of benefits and exciting events for pros. The brand’s distributor, Sweet Squared, is hosting free Wax:One workshops with birthday surprises, goody bags and special discounts lasting throughout the month. Made for pros by pros, Wax:One has…

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Salon in the Spotlight: BLINX Beauty Studio, Leyland, Lancashire

By Kat Hill | 20 February 2019

Decorated in pretty pink and copper tones, BLINX Beauty Studio is celebrating over a year in its new location. “To start with, I was renting a room for lash extension services,” explains owner, Natasha Gorner. “It didn’t take long for it to turn into my full-time job. After two years…

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Kure Bazaar unveils spring 19 collection at London Fashion Week

By Sophie Nutt | 19 February 2019

Kure Bazaar has unveiled its spring 2019 collection backstage at London Fashion Week (LFW). Seeing three new shades, the collection is made up of natural rose nudes: Terre Rose: a brown-rose Blush: a terracotta-rose Zoe: a nude-pink In tune with the sheer, nude nail looks that stormed the runways throughout…

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