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Don’t miss out on the butter nails trend loved by celebs: here’s 28 mani ideas

By Scratch Staff | 10 July 2025

Butter nails are all over our socials, serving as the perfect hue for the spring and summer months. We’ve rounded up manicures boasting the muted yellow shade to inspire, courtesy of nail pros on Instagram…

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

By Scratch Staff | 1 July 2025

Milky white nails, also referred to as coconut milk nails, are a softer alternative to bright white nails. Use 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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Coral nails: Get inspired with 19 designs using the trending summer colour

By Lilly Delmage | 6 June 2025

Seeking a vibrant colour for your summer nails? Coral is proving to be a popular choice at the nail desk. Blending orange, pink and red tones, clients can find a shade of coral that best suits them – whether bold and bright, or pastel and muted. This makes it a…

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GRAFTON INTERNATIONAL hold professional product sale

By Helena Biggs | 17 January 2017

Grafton International is offering discounts on a whole host of professional products as part of its January sale. Savings can be made on selected shades of Orly Gel FX, IBD Just Gel Polish, IBD Nail Lacquer and Nailtiques gift sets. Savvy shoppers can also take advantage of deals on Skin…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Laura Wenn, Nails by Laura

By Kat Hill | 17 January 2017

We want to see the designs that are trending at your nail desk! Laura Wenn of Nails by Laura has found that ‘brushed’ effect nails have been causing a stir among her clients. “”I think this design element has been popular as chrome and holo powders were all the  craze last year,…

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FEEL THE FORCE of CND™’s new SHELLAC™ DuraForce top coat

By Helena Biggs | 16 January 2017

CND™ has revealed DuraForce, a super-strong SHELLAC™ top coat, helping to protect weak nails and deliver 14+ days of high performance colour. DuraForce applies and cures in the same way as Xpress5™ and the Original Shellac Top Coat but offers 25% more protection for thin, weak or damaged nails. “CND SHELLAC™ DuraForce Top…

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#MANIMONDAY: Pretty in pink nail art by Miss Lucy’s

By Helena Biggs | 16 January 2017

We were enraptured by this delicate design by Miss Lucy’s, an educator and home salon owner from Leiston. Feature encapsulated hearts and 3D artistry, the design is ideal for brides or Valentine’s Day nails, and we love the feminine shape and additions of pink crystals to really catch attention. Check…

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NOUVEAU LASHES unveils make-up remover perfect for retail

By Kat Hill | 15 January 2017

Boost your retail area with Nouveau Lashes Eye Make-Up Remover. Suitable for client to use while sporting lash extensions, the micellar gel remover is enriched with vitamins to condition lashes. The formula is designed to sooth the delicate eye area and leave the skin smooth, moisturised and make-up free. Also suitable…

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MORGAN TAYLOR launches new base coats

By Helena Biggs | 14 January 2017

Morgan Taylor has unveiled three new strengthening base coats for soft, brittle nails. The REACTmax™ Nail Strengtheners & Extended Wear Base Coats are available in three different finishes: Original, Satin and Optical Brightener. Featuring Morgan Taylor’s exclusive PolyElastin™ Complex, each formula is 5-FREE and designed to provide nails with strength…

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