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40 milky white nail ideas for an on-trend & elegant manicure

By Scratch Staff | 4 April 2025

This softer alternative to bright white nails uses sheer, creamy hues to create the ultimate milky mani. Check out our roundup of milky white designs from nail pros on Instagram…

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Don’t miss out on the butter nails trend: here’s 35 designs for inspiration

By Lilly Delmage | 20 March 2025

Butter nails are all over our socials, serving as the perfect hue for the transition into the warmer months. With pastels booming in popularity this spring, we’ve rounded up 35 manicures boasting the muted yellow shade for your spring manicure inspo…

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60 green nail designs that are trending right now

By Scratch Staff | 14 March 2025

Green nails have been dominating our social media feeds, and show no signs of going anywhere anytime soon! Check out our roundup of trending designs below…

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TECH TALK: Corissa Williams

By Helena Biggs | 20 June 2017

Corissa Williams details her love for Gelish and reveals who she admires in the industry.  When and why did you choose to become a nail tech? I chose to become a nail tech in 2013. I’ve always loved doing my own nails from a young age so thought why not invest…

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LCN INTRODUCE Wow

By Helena Biggs | 19 June 2017

Have seen LCN’s WOW two-step system yet? The range features twelve nail shades and a top coat, with no base coat and UV/LED light required. Affording a finish that lasts for up to ten days, the photo-initiators contained in the top coat cross-link with the oligomers contained in the hybrid gel…

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FUN IN THE SUN gel polish collection launches via Nail Creation

By Helena Biggs | 19 June 2017

Nail Creation has unveiled four punchy gel polish hues for summer, including the bright yellow Beach Bum and juicy Watermelon shades. The shades – in its Glamazone range – are self levelling and hard wearing, with an ultra glossy, scratch resistant finish. Ideal for summer, the collection is completed with…

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BRILLBIRD TO hold open day for nail products in Doncaster

By Helena Biggs | 19 June 2017

The award-winning Beauty Lounge in Doncaster is hosting an open day on Sunday 25 June for any nail professionals interested in products by, or training with Brillbird. Salon owner and Brillbird educator, Michelle Brookes, will be on hand to demonstrate, alongside UK director, Liliya Moss. There will be exclusive special…

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HIGH DEFINITION launch new business building event

By Helena Biggs | 19 June 2017

High Definition has announced the dates of its hotly anticipated Build Your Beauty Business with High Definition event. Attendees can experience a live brow and make-up demonstration, speak with industry professionals about their experience with the brand or learn how High Definition can bring extra profit to their business. “We…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Nicola Cooper

By Kat Hill | 18 June 2017

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Nicola Cooper has been sporting this striking ombre design! “I created these nails for a night out with friends,” Nicola explains. “When I was at my desk my mind drew a blank; this design was not what I’d intended to…

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