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1 week ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
Recently relocating to the town of Beaminster, The Painted Nail is a salon and academy comprising two period properties. “I felt it was time to relocate the business, as we had outgrown our previous space,” says owner, Toni Rodway. “After searching for a new property for months, I fell in love with a grade 2 listed building. We took on two period properties: a previous skittle alley for the original hotel and the former stables for the coach horses.
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1 week ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
The winner of Scratch’s monthly salon-style nail art contest for May has been announced as Brigitta Fajt. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs inspired by theme, Fairytale Figures, in the bid to win a prize from MSK Nails. Entries were judged by Megan Heppinstall, owner of MSK Nails & Scratch Stars Social Media Star of the Year finalist 2025, and Scratch deputy editor, Rebecca Hitchon.
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1 week ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
Nail techs share advice for catering to clients with multiple sclerosis (MS)…On its website, the NHS states: “Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that can affect the brain and spinal cord. It’s a lifelong condition that can sometimes cause serious disability, although it can occasionally be mild. Depending on the type of MS, symptoms may come and go in phases or get steadily worse over time.” MS is most commonly diagnosed in people in their 20s, 30s and 40s.
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1 week ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
Global nail brand, OPI, has unveiled the three members of its restructured UK brand team. Jess Gregory has been appointed OPI’s associate brand director. In this role, she oversees and leads OPI’s brand strategy, and ensures an exciting product innovation roadmap for UK customers and businesses. She is also responsible for brand campaigns across all paid, earned and owned channels.
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1 week ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
Get your business prepared for the month of June, with our roundup of dates to note…An event dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ voices, contributions and the progression of rights, Pride is also an opportunity to call for greater equality and acceptance. It’s an apt time to show your business’ support for the LGBTQ+ community, via themed salon decorations, inclusion of the rainbow Pride flag where possible, and social media campaigns.
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2 weeks ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
With new UK melanoma skin cancer cases projected to rise to around 26,500 each year by 2038, the beauty industry is uniting to spearhead positive change. The British Beauty Council has coordinated the UV Safety Initiative to increase knowledge of suncare, SPF and the risks of UV radiation. It is supported by companies including LOOKFANTASTIC, Debenhams, Boots, No7 Beauty Company and L’Oreal Groupe, which aim to improve and increase messaging surrounding UV safety.
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2 weeks ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
“While holding clients’ hands – quite literally for hours at a time, they can open up, allowing you to celebrate the ups in their lives, but also the downs,” says Emily Harris, owner of North Devon business, Vanity Nails & Tanning. The passionate pro is a qualified mental health first aider with MHFA England, using this to elevate her client experience. However, she stresses that this does not make her a qualified therapist or doctor.
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3 weeks ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has unveiled its April State of the Industry survey results, which show that businesses are adapting to rising financial and recruitment challenges. The majority of surveyed businesses (68%) remain hopeful about their long-term survival. Gathering responses from over 430 UK businesses, the research found that 40% of hair and beauty businesses are making a profit, while 29% are breaking even.
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3 weeks ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has published guidance to help UK hair and beauty professionals determine their employment status for tax purposes. Designed to particularly support workers renting a chair or space within a salon, the guidance compiles easy-to-follow information about common hair and beauty working practices and how they relate to employment status. This includes who sets working times and prices, and who provides clients and products.
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3 weeks ago | 
scratchmagazine.co.uk | Rebecca Hitchon
As a business owner, do you know how to speak to an employee who is struggling with their mental health, giving them the support they need? We’ve sourced expert advice to ensure you use mindful language when talking to staff. “When speaking with a colleague with mental health issues, you need to let them know that you’re there for them through listening and the language you use,” says nail artist & educator, Diana Pajeva of @dianas.nail.art.
