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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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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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NABA INTRODUCES new Q Gels

By Helena Biggs | 17 March 2017

NABA has added to its product range with a selection of fibreglass gels. Available in two sizes, NABA Q gels are self-levelling and ideal for building long, durable enhancements. The product is available in four shades including clear, extreme white, cover pink and glass pink. Order from www.susansnailstore.co.uk

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Asp Manicure Starter Kit

GET A FREE product when you purchase ASP’s Manicure Kit

By Helena Biggs | 16 March 2017

ASP has a cracking offer for techs; a FREE intense moisturising cream with the purchase of its Manicure Starter Kit. Available to buy from Salon Services and Beauty Express, the Starter Kit will help you take your mani service to the next level with its cuticle soak, exfoliant scrub, cuticle…

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PolyGel by Gelish: The lowdown

By Helena Biggs | 16 March 2017

Its piqued the interest of techs across the globe with its odourless property and ease of use, so discover what properties PolyGel by Gelish holds with our handy summary. The system features core product, PolyGel, which comes in a tube-shaped container, a bottled solution called Slip and a dual ended-tool featuring…

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