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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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The Great British Beauty Clean Up: What is the initiative set to tackle industry waste?

By Rebecca Hitchon | 3 March 2025

The Sustainable Beauty Coalition (SBC) has launched The Great British Beauty Clean Up, to bring together beauty brands and retailers to significantly reduce sector waste. The SBC was formed by the British Beauty Council (BBCo) in 2021, and the launch of The Great British Beauty Clean Up on 3 March…

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Self-employment help for nail techs: interior design, safety & more considerations

By Lilly Delmage | 2 March 2025

As a self-employed tech, you can take control over your nail environment: from interior design and décor to cleaning schedules and product inventories. Here’s everything you need to know about tailoring your business to you… Interior design If working solo from a home salon or rented space, your aesthetic allows…

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Manchester tech: I run my nail business from a shipping container

By Lilly Delmage | 1 March 2025

Laura Kelly, owner of House of Beauty Manchester, shares what it’s like to run her nail business from a shipping container. “I work from a shipping container yard in Ancoats, on the edge of Manchester city centre. It’s a really special place full of creatives, with a lovely community feel,”…

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How to: spring stiletto nail art by Mino Vo

By Guest Writer | 1 March 2025

Multi award-winning nail artist, educator & brand founder, Mino Vo, shows how to create a sophisticated spring stiletto nail.

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50+ daffodil nail art designs to celebrate St. David’s Day

By Scratch Staff | 1 March 2025

St. David’s Day is the feast day of the patron saint of Wales and falls on 1 March: the date of his death in 589 AD. Symbols of Wales: daffodils and leeks, are traditionally worn to commemorate the day, while traditional Welsh food is eaten and parades are enjoyed. Explore…

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Nail techs paint what brings them joy for Scratch Snap comp: winner announced

By Rebecca Hitchon | 28 February 2025

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art contest for February has been announced as Monika Ferreira of @mjallure_beauty. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs inspired by theme, Things That Make You Happy, in the bid to win a prize from Light Elegance. Entries were judged by Light Elegance UK co-owners…

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