TECH TALK
Life as a nail tech with Raynaud’s: 5 pros share their experiences
Raynaud’s syndrome, also known as Raynaud’s disease and Raynaud’s phenomenon, is a condition that affects blood circulation to fingers and toes and can cause them to change colour when cold, anxious or stressed. Other symptoms include pain, numbness and pins and needles. Symptoms vary for each individual and may last…
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Ashford beauty salon: how exceptional customer service creates relaxing client experiences
Sarah Webb, owner of Bella’s Little Nail Boutique, takes pride in her standout beauty services, which place an emphasis on the client experience. Working in customer service for over 20 years, Sarah knows how to offer clients an exceptional appointment. She explains: “My clients receive a coffee and biscuits, and…
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Get inspired: Nail pro, Lucy Price-Marshall, shares her journey to dominating the nail industry
Natural nail specialist, OPI educator, salon manager & multi-award winner, Lucy Price-Marshall, shares her career story and how she balances various industry roles… Tell us about your journey into the nail industry… While I was at school, I worked at my mum’s nail salon, Nailspa in Huddersfield, on Saturdays, assisting…
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Read the latest issue
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Chelsea O’Connor, of Nails By Chelsea, wears an icy nail look, inspired by fond memories of making snow angels. “I created the nails using coloured acrylic from Glam And Glits. I chose blue and silver for a wintery look. I…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Laura Easby, of Laura’s Beauty, reveals cable knit finishes and tartan nail art have been popular with her clients. “I think this design has been popular because a lot of people don’t want to go all out crazy with…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! It’s one week until Christmas Eve and the Scratch team aren’t afraid to admit that Christmas songs are playing loudly all day, everyday in the office. With frosty mornings and a festive chill in the air, we love this…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Amy Thompson, of Fingertip Beauty, wears super cute ballet-inspired nails for a very special occasion. “I created these nails because I was going t watch my friend’s daughter in the opening performance of The Nutcracker in The Royal Ballet. “I used Magpie…
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Tell us about your training… I have so far completed all of my training at the CND Kent Academy with Jemma Smith for Shellac™ and Spa Pedicure certification, and Liza Smith for liquid & powder enhancements training. What is your all-time favourite nail product? Oh I can’t pick a…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hazel McLachlan, of Sanctuary In The City, reveals that Christmas reds are never absent from her client’s nails this festive season. “With Christmas coming red is never off my desk! My clients love a mix of different designs all…
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