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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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Jayne Knowles on the importance of education

By Kat Hill | 27 October 2018

Here Jayne Knowles, Brillbird UK educator for Chester, shares her thoughts on the importance of education in the nail industry… “I come across many people who say education is too expensive, but can you really afford not to do it? I’m not just talking about the financial implications here; education…

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Social media: what clients want from your page

By Sophie Nutt | 26 October 2018

Social media has become an integral part of your business: it is a way of showcasing your work and skill, engaging with clients, building a brand and attracting new clients. But are you using your social media in the best possible way? It can be hard to find the balance…

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Joanna Tompkins talks about life as a Scratch Stars Award winner

By Sophie Nutt | 26 October 2018

French & Drench founder, Joanna Tompkins, winner of the Scratch Stars Mobile Nailist of the Year award 2018, paid a visit to Scratch HQ to chat about her career and light after the big win. While I was treated to a signature French & Drench manicure, I chatted to Joanna about what the business has been…

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Dip into a new treatment offering with INK London

By Helena Biggs | 26 October 2018

Are you seeking a new treatment to add to your service menu? One that’s speedy – but offers supreme strength? Take a peek at INK London’s Acrylink Dipping System Diploma with brand educator, Kelly Webb… About: Offer strength and a speedy colour service to clients with the INK London ADS…

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Take a trip to the movies with new Calgel and iZ PRO Colour collection

By Kat Hill | 26 October 2018

Embrace the romantic nostalgia of the silver screen with the latest collection from Calgel and iZ PRO Colour. Available via Izabelle Hammond Ltd in both formulas, the At the Movies collection sees a range of retro-inspired shades including: Back Seat – burnt red/orange with a solid finish. Drive-In – medium purple/mauve with…

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What it takes to become a nail industry educator

By Scratch Staff | 25 October 2018

Industry veteran and Scratch Stars award winner, Sue Davies, reveals what it means to be an educator in the nail realm… Education is one of the most important areas in our industry. It drives us towards our goals or skill enhancement and helps us to build our career. However, in…

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