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Scottish training centre launches spa traineeship programme to help combat employment crisis

By Helena Biggs | 21 February 2025

BABTAC & CIBTAC Training Centre of the Year 2022, 2023 and 2024, The Academy, Glasgow, has launched Scotland’s first spa traineeship programme, in partnership with the Crerar Hotel Group. The traineeship delivers CIBTAC Level 2 Facial Skincare and Level 3 Body Massage qualifications. “The traineeship combines immersive on-site training at…

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Buying an E-file & bits? Nail techs: here’s what to consider

By Rebecca Hitchon | 21 February 2025

Nail experts share what to know before buying an E-file and bits… Choose the company carefully “Purchase from a reputable professional brand that also provides high-quality training for its E-file range, as undertaking this training is the best way to ensure the tools are being used correctly,” says Giorgia Cappella,…

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How to stop nail biting & picking: experts share treatment plans to break the habit

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 February 2025

Finalists in the Scratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year category 2024 share tips for nail biting and picking clients… Why do people bite and pick at their nails and skin? “Nail biting, also known as onychophagia, and skin picking and biting, named perionychophagia, are habits associated with stress,…

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BAYWATCH COLOUR COLLECTION by Artistic Nail Design makes a splash

By Helena Biggs | 25 May 2017

Don your swimmers – it’s time to make a splash with the colourful Baywatch collection from Artistic Nail Design. The brand has collaborated with the soon-to-be-released film – in cinemas 29 May – to launch six sizzling summer shades, available in Colour Gloss and Colour Revolution. Dive into the aquamarine Resting…

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How to take care of your nail tools

By Katie Barnes | 24 May 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, reveals how to take care of your tekking essentials; your tools. From scissors and cuticle pushers to tweezers and nippers, the sharp implements you use as a professional nail technician must be properly maintained. To perform safe and professional nail treatments, it…

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ALL THAT JAZZ launches Utopia collection

By Helena Biggs | 22 May 2017

All That Jazz is taking clients on a whirlwind journey to paradise destinations with the launch of its new collection. Utopia features four exotic nail shades that have each been designed to spark different daydreams. The shades are as follows: Dubai – a fiery hot red to evoke visions of…

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GET SET for a carnival with Pure Nails

By Kat Hill | 22 May 2017

Pure Nails has added 12 new colours to its Halo Gel Polish range. The new Carnival Collection will ensure your nail styling is ready for the summer months ahead, comprising summer shimmers and sparkles. The collection sees: Calypso, a pinky coral Festival, a sunny yellow and pink glitter Celebration, a…

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MAGPIE BEAUTY Summer collection ready for pre-order

By Kat Hill | 21 May 2017

Magpie Beauty has announced its summer collection will be available for pre-order. The collection sees six new pastel glitter in a diamond, mirror effect in an ultrafine .008 size. The line-up includes Becky, orange Hannah, yellow Claire, green Sam, blue Emma, pink Lisa, purple The brand’s website states that the pre-order wait is  approximately two weeks. Place your order at www.magpiebeauty.co.uk

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GET SET for summer with new NailFX soak off gel shades

By Helena Biggs | 20 May 2017

Brighten up nail looks with the scorching new hues from The Edge. Five new soak off gel shades in the brand’s NailFX range include the striking sunshine yellow Amber, as well as Misty Blue, Green Envy, Pale Putty and Rosebud. Each of the shades afford a gorgeous, glossy finish that lasts around…

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