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OPI collaborates with award-winning nail pro on mani/pedi essentials range

By Helena Biggs | 14 April 2025

Following the launch of the Katie Barnes X OPI branded E-file in 2024, the two companies have announced a second collaboration: a range of nail and cuticle tools and E-file bits. Katie Clark (née Barnes), a multi award-winning nail pro & educator, founded Katie Barnes Tool Range in 2017 to…

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Family affair: Meet 3 sets of siblings finding success in the nail industry

By Rebecca Hitchon | 10 April 2025

Scratch puts the spotlight on brothers and sisters working together in the nail industry… Glitterbels While Annabel Maginnis will likely come to mind when you hear the word ‘Glitterbels’, there is a trio of siblings involved in the brand: Annabel’s husband, Elliott, and his brothers, Mac and Alex. It was…

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Chrome pigments: a nail expert shares a troubleshooting guide

By Katie Barnes | 6 April 2025

Educator & award-winning nail pro, Katie Clark, offers advice for dealing with issues that can arise when using chrome pigments… The chrome nail trend is ever-popular, but are you applying chrome products correctly? Each brand may have slightly different instructions, so always follow these and get in touch with the…

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MAGPIE BEAUTY launches gel polish collection

By Helena Biggs | 22 March 2017

Magpie Beauty, a brand renowned for its nail art glitters, has revealed its own gel polish collection. The range includes All About The Base, a base coat, Let It Shine, a glossy top coat, and more than 25 gel polish shades, including black, white and everything in between. For best…

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MULTI-TASK with new pedi & lash chair from Cosmetronic

By Helena Biggs | 21 March 2017

Hair and beauty equipment supplier, Cosmetronic, has launched a new chair – ideal for both pedicure and lash services. Available in black, white and grey, the Lumina pedicure chair is a simple solution to a stylish, unplumbed compact pedicure chair. The centre section slides out for storage and it features…

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VAT FREE SAVINGS with Salon Services

By Kat Hill | 20 March 2017

It’s time for a super spring clean and salon spruce up! From nail desks to reception desks, mobile beauty cases to lamps, Salon Services is offering VAT-free savings across salon equipment and furniture throughout this month. With hundreds of pro products available, the offer is only available through March – so…

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BABY PINK Handirest launches to help the mani process

By Helena Biggs | 18 March 2017

Complement your nail station with the latest addition to the Handirest range; a baby pink version of the manicure accessory. This pastel hue comes just in time for spring and is developed to provide a firm and stable base on which clients can comfortably place their hand throughout a manicure.…

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SIMON JERSEY offers Scratch readers 20% off workwear

By Helena Biggs | 18 March 2017

Does your salon uniform need an update? Or do you want to amp up your look while you work? Simon Jersey is here to lend a hand with 20% off its workwear attire. From ruffled tunics to comfy shoes, skirts and trousers – and accessories of scarves and belts, simply…

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ADD UP TO £60K to your business with Hair No More partnership concept

By Helena Biggs | 17 March 2017

Pouring your money into an additional beauty service can sometimes risky, but one company is looking to minimise this risk with a new bolt-on business concept. Hair No More is seeking salons from across the UK to provide permanent hair removal with the SkinPULSE SHR advanced system, powered by Cosmedico…

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