5 minutes with Lauren Holmes
Tell us about your training… When I originally trained I did a course that covered all aspects of nails through Salon Services to get me started. Since then I’ve retrained with Rachel Lunn from Nail Harmony. I also won Gelish Gives Back in 2016 and got the opportunity to take…
Get the Look: Bridal couture
Seeking inspo for the upcoming wedding season? Nailist, Sarah Richardson, created this chic bridal look with Light Elegance UK products. Combining baby pink, lace effect and peachy pink hues, the design sees Sarah use the shades Sweet Lace and Show Me The Honey to create a pretty pastel look. Adding a chic metallic edge,…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Sarah Painter, Glamour Beauty Salon
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Sarah Painter, of Glamour Beauty Salon, revealed that soft pink nails featuring French ombre, rose quartz, netted imprints and jewels have been popular with her clients recently. “This nail look has been so popular recently as it goes with…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Hannah Leahy, Too Glam To Give A Damn
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Hannah Leahy, of Too Glam To Give A Damn, was inspired by a ceramicist on Instagram when creating her current nail look. “To create this design, I used the Magpie Beauty gel colour system. The original design was actually cream…
5 minutes with Kayley Cairns
Tell us about your training… I qualified in Nov. 2009 with CND™ in L&P and have undertaken at least up to four classes every year since, including the the CND™ L&P Masters twice! I’ve trained with Ferieda Lydiatte – and looking forward to more 1-2-1 with her in August –…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Emma Stanton, Nails 2 Inspire
We want to see the designs trending at your nails desk! Emma Stanton, of Nails 2 Inspire, says that classic pastels making for sweet spring nails are popular with her clients at the moment. “I think this design has been so popular because it’s the classic pastel spring look, but…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Terri Eaton
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Terri Eaton, swapped in her dark manicure for a fresher, more radiant nail look to glisten in the – eagerly awaited – sunshine. “I was wearing a gorgeous dark navy glitter, but the sunshine came out and I…
5 minutes with Erin Adeyemo
Scratch chats to Scratch Stars Awards winner, educator and founder of Nail Gaga, Erin Adeyemo… What do you love most about being an educator? I would have to say seeing a student I’ve taught grow into a successful, professional nail technician is the most rewarding aspect of my role. I enjoy passing…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Oksana Smirnova, Oksana Salon
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Oksana Smirnova, of Oksana Salon, says that this summery look featuring an ombre design and hand-painted flowers has been very popular with her clients. “This design has been so popular because of the colours used, the ombre technique and…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Jemma Ball, Jemma Bailey Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Jemma Ball, of Jemma Bailey Beauty, wears a fresh nail look using sugary sweet shade Candied from the new CND Chic Shock collection. “I created the nails by extending them with CND Liquid and Powder before using CND Shellac in…
Handy tips for mobile nail techs
Metta Francis, winner of Scratch Stars Mobile Nailist of the Year 2015 & 2017, reveals her top tips for fellow techs working on-the-move… It’s so important to be organised as a mobile nail technician, as there is not the luxury of being able to pop to the nail cupboard to…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Diana Pajeva, Diana’s Nail Art
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Diana Pajeva, of Diana’s Nail Art, revealed that her clients are switching from geometric nail art designs to those including floral artistry made up of pastel cremes. “It’s the time of year when we usually see the first blooms…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Corey Jade Stockwell, Nail Techniques
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Corey Jade Stockwell, of Nail Techniques, was inspired by a recent purchase when she created this floral, water colour effect nail look. “I was inspired by a new top I bought in Norfolk on the way to Hazel Dixon’s extreme…
5 minutes with Andreea Simona Ignat
Scratch chats to top tech Andreea Simona Ignat… Tell us about your training… I initially trained in Romania, and since moving to London I trained with a number of nail experts including David Fowler, Kostka Bojana, Madelene Wolf, Jana Duzanec, Oana Flutur, Anda Pamfile and many more. I’m looking forward to…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Laura Chree, Chreeative Nails
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Laura Chree, of Chreeative Nails, revealed that encapsulated gold leaf foils have been popular with her clients recently. The encapsulated foil nail design emits a sophisticated and regal feel, perfect for clients seeking an elegantly glamorous look to complement…
