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Scratch Snap Jan 2025

Scratch Snap winner announced: minimalist nail art contest with over 100 entries

By Rebecca Hitchon | 20 January 2025

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art contest for January has been announced as Alisha Francois of @pressonprofessionail. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Soft & Subtle Art Accents, in the bid to win a prize from The GelBottle Inc. Entries were judged by The…

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Colour psychology: Discover the mood-boosting meanings behind your nail colour choices

By Lilly Delmage | 20 January 2025

Save time and add an element of fun at the nail desk by advising clients on mood-based hues using colour psychology, advised by experts… ‘Have you decided on a nail shade?’ is a question you may ask daily, as you patiently watch clients rifle through colour pops and swatches. But…

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How a Scottish nail brand is changing the way products are seen in the sector

By Scratch Staff | 19 January 2025

In just five years, husband and wife duo, Chris and Bekka Costello, have grown their nail business in Paisley, Scotland, from 10 humble products to over 350: focusing on everything nail professionals require to offer slick, profitable services. “We started Nail Order while our salon was closed due to the…

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Spa reveals on-site environmental initiatives

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2018

Titanic Spa is aiming to help tackling the crisis of single-use plastic by launching an environmental initiative to cut the use of plastic bottles, straws and cups. The Huddersfield spa has teamed up with members of Natural Kirklees’ Environmental Alliance and volunteers from Huddersfield pharmaceutical company, Thornton & Ross, to clear Lowestwood Pond. After finding…

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LCN launches Paris-inspired nail colour collection

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2018

Ahh c’est la belle vie! Channeling the charm of Parisian life, LCN and BCI UK have revealed its latest colour launch – La Belle Vie. Available in the brand’s nail polish, Colour Gel and Recolution Advanced Soak Off Colour Polish formulas, the six new shades see a sophisticated palette of pinks, mauves and metallics.…

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Shape the future with latest Brillbird launch

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2018

The future is in your hands with Brillbird’s latest launch – Future Gel. Currently available in three colours, the Future Gel range comes in a 27ml tube. Brillbird claims the formula is easy to work with and can accurately be applied to the nail using a spatula and shaped with…

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Cute Cuticle Art

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2018

Add glimmer and intrigue to nail services with artwork at the cuticle…

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Calm clients with citrus scented candle from Outback Organics

By Sophie Nutt | 21 March 2018

Just in time for the spring season, Outback Organics has released the first candle to be added to it’s extensive salon and spa offerings. The first of four new products featuring lemongrass and lemon myrtle to join it’s selection of waxes and skincare products, the candle also features lime, orange, middle…

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How to rebuild damaged toenails

By Katie Barnes | 20 March 2018

Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals how to rebuild toenails to get them looking tip-top in time for the summer months – with a step-by-step photo guide and nail knowledge to boot Damaged, broken or bitten toenails can be an extremely common concern, but it is something your client…

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