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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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Hypoallergenic nail products launched to help reduce risk of allergy

By Helena Biggs | 21 January 2019

Swedish nail brand, Ikon.IQ Nails, has unveiled a range of hypoallergenic nail products to reduce the risk of allergic reactions through nail services. According to the British Association of Dermatologists, the three main nail products ingredients that cause skin contact allergies are HEMA, HPMA and Ethyl Acrylate, so the IKON.IQ…

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Nail Styles of the Week: 13 – 20 January

By Kat Hill | 20 January 2019
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Help combat skincare issues with new Natura sheet masks

By Helena Biggs | 20 January 2019

BeautyPro has added to its hugely popular range of sheet masks with the Natura range; sheet masks that focus on combatting skincare problems with a helping hand from mother nature. Each of the six masks have been designed to provide premium results while using a blend of plant and superfood…

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Cater to e-file needs with Americanails Pro-Series Ceramic Bits

By Sophie Nutt | 19 January 2019

Americanails has revealed its Pro-Series Ceramic Bits range to cater to every e-file need. Durable and easy to sanitise, this kit boasts a variety of bit shapes in hardwearing ceramic carbide. Available via www.americanails.com

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Aid glitter application with rose gold Lecenté brush

By Helena Biggs | 19 January 2019

After the success of the special-edition brush at Olympia Beauty in the autumn, Lecenté’s rose gold G1 brush is available to purchase. The brush ideal for glitter application and sees a matching lid to protect the bristles. It’s limited edition, so snap yours up quick-sharp! Available via www.lecente.com & www.sweetsquared.com

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Premier Software reveals cloud-based solution

By Kat Hill | 19 January 2019

Premier Software has relaunched its new cloud-based scheduling solution: SalonLite. Designed specifically for the hair and beauty industry, its key features include simple scheduling, staff and client management, at-a-glance reporting and Dropbox integration. Paid subscriptions also have access to features that include stock management, reoccurring and linked appointments, point of sale,…

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