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Nail & beauty apprenticeships: salons share benefits, their experiences & advice

By Rebecca Hitchon | 11 February 2025

In a recent poll on Scratch’s Instagram, almost 80% of respondents shared that they’re considering taking on apprentices. Here, two UK salons share how they’ve reaped the rewards of the apprenticeship process.. Nailspa, West Yorkshire “As a business owner, I believe that when it comes to employees, you cannot beat…

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‘Four figure focus’ method seeks to help beauty pros boost earnings

By Helena Biggs | 22 January 2025

Beauty business and mindset coach, Zaara King, shares details of ‘The Four Figure Focus’, a membership programme to help beauty business owners earn four figures a week, while working part-time hours. “Ideal for professionals with visions of freedom, efficiency and creativity, the programme offers its members tailored support, plus community…

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Renowned nail artist launches The Nail Nexus online education platform

By Helena Biggs | 1 January 2025

Sara Cady, known among nail enthusiasts as ‘Glamourphile’, has launched The Nail Nexus: an online learning platform for industry enthusiasts who are keen to become nail professionals. The UK-based nail technician, artist & educator boasts over 10 years’ experience in the sector, and has worked in salons and from a…

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Nail anatomy: an overview

By Katie Barnes | 21 November 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, serves up insight on nail anatomy… As a professional nail technician, it is paramount that you familiarise yourself with all parts of nail anatomy to ensure you are offering your clients a professional and thorough service. Understanding the purpose and growth…

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LECENTÉ announces Nataliya Al-Ta’ai as lead educator

By Kat Hill | 21 November 2017

Sweet Squared educator, Nataliya Al-Ta’ai, has taken on the role of lead educator for nail art brand, Lecenté. Nataliya will be making her debut by creating, organising and facilitating three special training days, alongside Lecenté co-founder, Maria Cientanni, for Lecenté UK and international educators. Nataliya will now be responsible for…

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HIGH DEFINITION unveils new marketing hub

By Kat Hill | 20 November 2017

High Definition has revealed a new marketing hub that aims to equip its stylists and stockists with promotional assets in an instant. Supporting the professional, the new hub will allow users to market their skill-set and retail offering. The custom-built website offers a range of HD imagery, shareable videos, artwork,…

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COURSE BITES: Salon System Lash Perm, Lash Lift & Lash Tinting Course

By Kat Hill | 16 November 2017

Entry Requirements: Suitable for beginners, this course is ideal for those wanted to add Salon System Lashperm and Lashlift treatments to their skill set and service menu. Course details: The course reviews eyelash and brow tinting procedures using colour guides, Lashperm/Lashlift treatment procedures and the lash and tint combined technique. It also looks…

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CRYSTAL NAILS hosts International Educators training event in Madrid

By Sophie Nutt | 10 November 2017

Crystal Nails Spain played host to the eighth annual Crystal Nails International Educators training event in Madrid. Overseen by Crystal Nails elite international master educators, Gabriella Kovács and Agnes Sebestyén, it was the biggest event to date with representatives from the UK, Spain, Italy, Germany, Finland and the Netherlands. The…

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COURSE BITES: Harmony 101 Reflections Acrylic Design Course

By Kat Hill | 9 November 2017

Course Details: This is a one day training class for experienced acrylic users to gain Harmony Reflections 3D acrylic design application skills. On the class, attendees will cover colour theory and the advanced application techniques required to create the beautiful Reflections 3D acrylic designs produced by Harmony Deans of Education. Learners will also…

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