Catriona Leith Nails

WHAT I’M WEARING: Catriona Leith, The Nail Studio

By Sophie Nutt | 1 April 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Catriona Leith, of The Nail Studio, created these nails featuring a combination of a matte white hue doused in gems for a girls night out. “These nails were created with gel polish, using Crystal Nails Xtreme Hard Gel in Cover…

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Sally Salon Services to gift shoppers with free beauty products

By Helena Biggs | 1 April 2018

Retail and trade customers of Sally Salon Services will receive a free Beauty Bag packed with goodies when spending £50 or more on beauty products from 1-30 April. “As a thank you for the continued support of our valued trade and retail customers, we’re thrilled to offer this coveted Beauty…

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More Life Mel Shengaris

Moments with Mel Shengaris

By Sophie Nutt | 29 March 2018

Meet Mel Shengaris, a session and celebrity manicurist who was born in North London but is now living in Los Angeles and is carving her name in the American nail scene. Scratch caught up with the cool and talented tech as she tends to some of the most in-demand celebrities…

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How to create epic social media content

By Scratch Staff | 27 March 2018

Theresa Cientanni, marketing expert and founder of My Social Salon, reveals how to create exciting and engaging social media content for your nail business… We all lead busy lives, so the last thing we want to do is spend hours creating and researching content ideas. There are two main types…

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Mani Monday Nicola Dannatt

MANI MONDAY: Unicorn magic

By Sophie Nutt | 26 March 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Nicola Dannatt, of Red Carpet Nail Boutique, created cute matching manicures for herself and her daughter. The nail look is inspired by her daughter’s love for unicorns and features bright neon hues, glitter and freehand artistry for…

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Calgel After Care Kit

Keep nails in top condition with Calgel Aftercare Kits

By Helena Biggs | 26 March 2018

Keep gel enhancements looking fresher for longer and offer products to help clients soak off nails safely at home with Izabelle Hammon’s Aftercare Kits. The kits are sold in a Calgel branded bag, but all products are compatible with both Calgel and iZ PRO Colour, and the iZ Beauty gel…

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Hannah Leahy Nails

WHAT I’M WEARING: Hannah Leahy, Too Glam To Give A Damn

By Sophie Nutt | 25 March 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Hannah Leahy, of Too Glam To Give A Damn, used her latest Magpie Beauty nail mail for her latest pearlescent design with geometric nail art. “I had recently received my latest order from Magpie Beauty (I’m addicted!) and couldn’t wait…

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Gelish Royal Temptations

7 sweet nail shades launch in Gelish & Morgan Taylor

By Helena Biggs | 22 March 2018

Gelish and Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer invite you to indulge in the super-sweet shades of the Royal Temptations collection; six decadent shades and one special effect glitter. Inspired by the lavish life of Marie Antoinette, opulent pastels of sea foam green, teal, purple, pink and coral help to convey a…

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Bio Sculpture Gel UK reveals Essence Glitter Bridal Collection

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2018

Add glimmer to nail designs for the big day with Bio Sculpture UK. Unveiling the Essence Glitter Bridal Collection, the three new glitters see a glistening effect when worn over any Bio Sculpture Gel shades. The new additions see: a chrome, Blue Pearl; Moon Shine; and, Snow Angel. Perfect for…

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Katie Barnes Blog Nails

How to rebuild damaged toenails

By Katie Barnes | 20 March 2018

Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals how to rebuild toenails to get them looking tip-top in time for the summer months – with a step-by-step photo guide and nail knowledge to boot Damaged, broken or bitten toenails can be an extremely common concern, but it is something your client…

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