TECH TALK
Endometriosis Awareness Week: ‘I was heartbroken and scared of losing my nail business’
Scratch chats to Andover nail tech, Jo Bennett, about her experiences suffering with chronic condition, endometriosis. Endometriosis is a condition which targets the uterus, causing tissue, similar to the lining of the uterus, to grow outside of it. Common symptoms include, but aren’t limited to, severe pelvic pain and extreme…
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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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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Sarah Vernon-Cowell, of Sarah Vernon Nails and Beauty, revealed that a deep red hue complete with embellishments has been popular with her clients. “I am finding at the moment that clients are wanting something simple but glamorous. “This nail…
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Scratch blogger, nail artist and educator, Katie Barnes, has been shortlisted as the only UK finalist in NAILS magazine‘s Next Top Nail Artist competition. Now in its fifth season, NAILS Next Top Nail Artist is open to techs all over the world and sees contestants undergo a rigorous screening process after…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! With just two weeks to go until Christmas Eve, Amy Clarke, of Studio ‘A’ Beauty, is spreading some festive cheer with these seasonal nails. “I created these nails based around Christmas and my favourite colour. I prefer my nails to all…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jodie Walley, of Jodie Walley Nails, revealed that aquarelle-style designs has been requested over and over again by her clients. “I think this particular design has been so popular as I showcased a rose pattern on my own nails and,…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Rachell Ward, of Abstract Mails, created a pre-Christmas nail look which a chic burgundy and gold look perfect for the party season. “I used Kiara Sky Dip Powder in Pure White with Winter Wonderland over the top on the middle finger. For…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Lauren Holmes, of Nailed It Beauty, revealed that foils have been very popular with her clients recently. “Foils have been in demand lately because they’re just so simple yet so eye-catching that my clients are going mad for them. “Creating this look…
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