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22 pink Christmas nail art ideas you need to try
Swap out traditional shades of red and green for something softer this season… Soft pink and blush tones are redefining festive beauty with a fresh twist that feels modern, chic and oh so cute!
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Burgundy nails are trending: here are 15 manicures for inspiration
‘Tis the season for burgundy manicures, showcasing the deep purple-red hue. The seasonal staple shade is trending throughout the fashion and beauty worlds, so we’ve rounded up burgundy manicures to inspire autumnal nail looks…
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25 nail designs that prove Halloween looks pretty in pink
Turn up the cute factor and add some pink to Halloween nail styles! Check out our roundup of pink possessed nail picks below…
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Minimalism is having its moment, and this festive season we predict that merry minimalist manicures will take over social media and nail requests. Scratch Stars Social Media Star of the Year 2025, Jessica White, says: “People want nails that feel festive but wearable: styles that can be rocked at work…
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The winner of the Scratch Snap nail art contest for December is Ryan Hobbs of @rocksta_ry. In a showcase of talent, UK&I techs created salon-style nail designs inspired by theme, Black Tie Sparkle, in the bid to win a Bluestreak Crystals prize. Entries were judged by Abi Middleton, director at Bluestreak Crystals, and Scratch editor, Rebecca Hitchon. The winner, Ryan Hobbs, has scooped…
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Check out entries to the 17 December 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: White Christmas. 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. Let’s step into an array of…
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Decorating the Christmas tree, wrapping gifts and sending out greeting cards are some of the most cherished Christmas traditions, but after the festivities, how do you dispose of the excess? Research from waste management company, Sortera UK, shows that more than half of people recycle less at Christmas. This is…
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British startup brand, Curated Beauty London – creator of skincare, haircare and wellness essentials for midlife women – has collaborated with Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa, with its products appearing in the luxury salon. Founded by Sam Grocutt, Ros Simmons and Natalie Ingham, Curated Beauty London’s products are for ‘women…
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Whether you’re going out or staying in for New Year’s Eve, bring the celebrations to nails! Check out our roundup of party nail designs to mark the occasion…
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