More than a manicure: these 6 products will turn a standard nail service into a luxury spa experience
A 45-minute nail appointment offers respite for so many: a space in which to unwind, step away from work and commitments and enjoy precious ‘me time’. But what if that appointment could be made even better? Beauty and skincare brand, KAESO, has introduced six products to elevate a standard nail…
How to solve the TPO stock problem: advice for brands & distributors
By Lee Bryan, CEO & founder, Arcus Compliance – a compliance consultancy and software company. From 15 August 2026, TPO-containing products can no longer be placed on the GB market. That is the manufacturer and importer line. It bites the moment a product is first supplied into Great Britain. From…
10 showstopping nail styles from London Fashion Week SS27
Creative talent was showcased in droves at London Fashion Week, 17-21 September – as designers unveiled their collections for spring/summer 2027. Venues across the capital hosted fashionistas, editors and celebrities who gathered to note styles, fabrics and shapes for the upcoming season. Backstage before each show, hair, make-up and nail…
5 ways nail techs can prioritise their mental health when clients offload
Health psychologist, Dr Ravi Gill, explores how nail technicians can create a safe space for clients to offload, while prioritising their own mental health. Nail appointments offer an opportunity for a person to sit still for an hour without the distraction of their phones: an act of self-care and perhaps…
5 steps to become a zero waste to landfill nail salon
Green Salon Collective (GSC) was founded in 2020 to help salons in the UK and Ireland to responsibly dispose of their waste. Here, GSC shares how to tackle your salon waste and become zero to landfill, to reduce your overall waste, carbon emissions and environmental impact. 1. Waste audit The…
50 mood-boosting manicures: nail art that will make you smile
Everyone needs a bit of sunshine – so if the weather isn’t complying, why not add it to nails instead? These feel-good fingertips are sure to bring a smile to your face! From bright yellow hues – a colour strongly linked to happiness and positivity, to playful patterns and cute…
What makes a good nail client? A nail pro’s guide
Nail mentor, Hannah Clayton, shares how to identify clients that build a healthy business… There’s a lot of talk in the nail industry about nightmare clients. I often talk about the late ones, the no-shows, the constant complainers – aka the mood hoovers! But very few people stop and ask: what…
5 nail art trends set to dominate spring 2026
This spring/summer, nail trends are encapsulating a variety of preferences. From delicate, fine line artwork and subtle shades to bold, maximalist manicures, the season truly celebrates diversity in expression. Let’s take a look at this year’s five signature spring nail styles… 1. Blooming botanicals Floral and foliage-themed fingertips are firm…
19 designs to make your Lunar New Year nails the ‘mane’ event
Lunar New Year begins on 17 February 2026, with the festivities characterised by firework displays, cultural traditions and communal gatherings, culminating in the annual Lantern Festival. Each year is associated with one of the 12 zodiac animals, with 2026 ushering in the Year of the Horse, or more specifically, the…
Nail artist shares intricate Lunar New Year nail design details
Philadelphia-based nail technician, Ariana Nevoienna, has over seven years’ experience in the nail industry, having trained in her home country of Ukraine before moving to the US three years ago. “I studied at an art school from a young age, which strongly influenced my creative vision,” the nail artist says.…
60 trending nail art ideas for February
February may be the shortest month of the year, but it delivers no shortage of nail inspiration. From romantic reds and soft pinks to winter neutrals and playful accents, browse our roundup of designs to nail February in style…
10 gothic Wuthering Heights nail designs to mark the film release
If you’re currently swooning over Emerald Fennell’s film adaptation of Wuthering Heights, why not translate some of that gothic romance onto nails? We’ve rounded up a collection of nail designs that capture the brooding elegance, moody ambience and timeless drama of the gothic genre.
From spare room to success: a Southampton beauty salon’s story
Jenna Pearson, owner of Glow Beauty Studio, began her journey into the beauty industry in 2018. After completing a lash course, what started as a passion project quickly evolved into something much bigger… Although originally trained in Law, Jenna felt drawn to the beauty industry, and her decision to enter…
Tie the knot in style with 10 stunning wedding nail designs
Everyone wants to feel their best on their wedding day, but we know that planning wedding looks can be overwhelming. So, Scratch has put together a list of marital manicures to help you nail your nuptials! Browse inspo below to find a style that suits you… 1. Clean girl classic…
94 Valentine’s Day cat eye nail ideas: heart designs, French manicures & more
Check out entries to the 4 February 2026 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Valentine’s Cat Eye. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #ShowScratch #CreativeChallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.
