Scratch to host first nail industry networking event in the USA on June 2, 2024

By Helena Biggs | 30 April 2024

Scratch, the leading resource for nail industry news, is on a continued mission to share nail content and unite the global industry, and will be hosting its first networking event…

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How to find a better work-life balance as a nail pro

By Guest Writer | 30 April 2024

Hair & beauty business coach, Maddi Cook of Boss Your Salon, shares top tips for nail pros to achieve a better work-life balance… Howdy nail bosses! Work-life balance is like a…

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How I spotted a sign of skin cancer on my salon client’s nail

By Marie-Louise Coster | 29 April 2024

Session nail stylist, salon owner & educator, Marie-Louise Coster, reveals how undertaking skin cancer awareness training benefitted a client… As nail techs, we provide a very personal service. The level…

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The GelBottle Inc expands 7ml Minis nail range with 40 gel polish & builder gel additions 

By Rebecca Hitchon | 28 April 2024

Now offering over 250 Minis products, The GelBottle Inc (TGB) has added 40 shades to its 7ml range. TGB Minis are ideal to be transported by mobile nail techs. They…

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How to accommodate nail clients with multiple sclerosis (MS)

By Rebecca Hitchon | 27 April 2024

Nail techs share advice for catering to clients with multiple sclerosis (MS)… What is MS? On its website, the NHS states: “Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that can affect…

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20th Nailympia London nail competition opens 19 categories for entry

Globally renowned nail competition organisation, Nailympia, will commemorate its 20th…

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Embrace spring with 25 dried flower nail designs

Add delicate dried floral details to nail designs this spring…

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What’s the difference between the nail plate & the nail bed?

The terminology can be confusing, but it’s crucial to understand the different parts of the nail structure, including the nail…

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Nail Influencer Piece

Nail influencers share what the job is like & how to get noticed online

What do you envisage when you see the word ‘influencer’? The term may carry some negative connotations due to modern…

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Missu Nail Art Challenge

Ready to improve your nail art skills? MISSU invites you to a 14-day online challenge

Nail pros: practice and improve your nail art skills by taking part in a fun 14-day challenge, hosted by MISSU…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Samantha Laura Nails, Newport, Shropshire

After her nail technician changed careers, Samantha Gripton was left missing her monthly treat of a gel polish manicure and…

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Step-by-steps

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Spring rose nail design

INK London educator, Jayne Packenas, shares a springtime step-by-step that will have clients fawning over…

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Pastel yin yang nails

Luxury manicurist, Jaz Moger, has created a yin and yang nail art step-by-step, using the…

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Spring stiletto nail art

Mino Vo, Scratch Stars L&P Tech of the Year & Shooting Star Award winner 2023,…

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Flame nail art using Glitterbels’ Rock Chick collection

Content creator at Glitterbels HQ, Stacey Machin, shares how to create a fierce flame nail…

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Dreamy pink cloud nail art

Salon System nail expert, Julie-Anne Larivière, has created a pink cloud-inspired step-by-step using a range…

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Maximalist nails

Salon System nail expert, Jaz Moger, has created this maximalist step-by-step using the GELLUX Ready…

Events

Nail Your Epic Life Challenge with Jo Tompkins

29 Apr @ 1:00 pm - 2 May @ 2:00 pm

Unlock the secrets to a thriving nail & beauty business! Starting April 29th, dive deep…

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Cultural Style Week Expo

18 May
Mall, Wood Green

Taking place in North London on 18 May, Cultural Style Week has announced its flagship…

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Live judging day for 8 categories: Scratch Stars Awards 2024

20 May
The LCBT

The finalists in the 2024 Scratch Stars Awards were announced on 15 April, and the…

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