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28 nail art design ideas for Glastonbury Festival

By Rebecca Hitchon | 25 June 2025

Festival season is here – and what’s more iconic than Glastonbury Festival? The Somerset event takes place from 25 June 2025. Make sure nails are as much a star of…

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Hibiscus nails: The Y2k-inspired twist on floral nails

By Scratch Staff | 24 June 2025

Give your summer nail style a Y2k twist with hibiscus nail art! Step into a tropical paradise of 00’s nostalgia with our roundup of reader designs below…

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How to achieve a work-life balance as a beauty professional

By Guest Writer | 24 June 2025

Scratch columnist & beauty business and mindset coach, Zaara King, shares advice on achieving a work-life balance this summer… Summer is upon us and I am so excited for the…

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Nail techs show off skills in London in efforts to win Scratch Stars Awards

By Helena Biggs | 24 June 2025

The sun shone in London on 19 May as 40 nail pros – many with models – made their way by plane, train and on foot to the London College…

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Important July dates for your nail & beauty business

By Lilly Delmage | 23 June 2025

Get your business prepared for the month of July, with our roundup of dates to note… 1st-7th: Create Week Creative arts charity, Create, is using this week to spread awareness…

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Scratch Snap winner announced: tropical nail art contest with 60 entries

By Rebecca Hitchon | 23 June 2025

The winner of Scratch’s monthly salon-style nail art contest for June has been announced as Mia Murray of Painted by Mia, Kinross. In a showcase of talent, UK&I techs created…

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Discover the Wales nail salon inside the Brecon Beacons National Park

By Lilly Delmage | 22 June 2025

Owner of Nails by Sam, Sam Devereux, opens the doors to her nail salon, located in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. “My salon is based in my back garden,…

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Beau’s lines on nails: what they are & how to treat them

By Lilly Delmage | 22 June 2025

Have you heard of Beau’s lines on nails – but aren’t quite sure what they are? Here’s everything you need to know about the natural nail condition. What are they?…

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40 Pride nail art designs to try during Pride Month & beyond

By Rebecca Hitchon | 22 June 2025

June marks Pride Month, which is dedicated to celebrating the global LGBTQ+ community, as well as promoting acceptance and equality. Check out themed designs by nail artists on Instagram incorporating…

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World Friendship Day

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and…

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24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is…

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