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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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Take pedicures to the next level with Footlogix

By Helena Biggs | 1 June 2018

Enhance pedicure services in time for summer sandal season with Footlogix Beginner training. The 10-step Footlogix Pedicure aims to rejuvenate, repair and moisturise the skin of the feet and has a focus on foot diseases and disorders and application techniques. No previous experience is required for the one-day course. Areas covered…

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Pilates exercises for nail techs

By Kat Hill | 1 June 2018

After struggling with back pain herself, beauty therapist and owner of The Revive Company, Kerry Beavis found practising Pilates allowed her to get back on her feet and back to work. Keen to share her passion, Kerry sought training to become an instructor – promoting wellness both inside and out…

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Salon in the Spotlight: LittleWing Nails, Eltham, New Zealand

By Kat Hill | 31 May 2018

With a nail career that’s seen Kirsten Watkiss previously pitch up in both Cyprus and the UK, the ex-pat has now settled in New Zealand. The move has seen the Astonishing Nails educator’s nail business move from a home salon set-up to a high-street location. “The beauty industry in New…

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LCN reveals bold Night Out In Bangkok collection

By Sophie Nutt | 30 May 2018

Prepare for hot summer nights with the new Night Out In Bangkok collection from LCN. Designed to reflect the energy of the Thailand capital, the shades that make up the collection are daring reds, Sparkling Bangkok, Chinatown and Red Lips, each with it’s own character and dynamic. The collection also…

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Swing into summer with Gypsy Spirit nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 30 May 2018

Jessica has launched its summer colour collection, available in Custom Colour (lacquer) formula and GELeration soak-off formula. The six expressive shades are inspired by a desire to be wild and free; for those with brave hearts and curious minds. “Life is too short to blend in,” comments a spokesperson from…

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Finding your salon software solution

By Kat Hill | 30 May 2018

Do you know what to look for when selecting your salon software? The expert at Premier Software reveal some top tips… “Salon technology needs to be flexible, adaptable and mobile,” explains Leonie Wileman, chief operations officer at Salon by Premier Software. “Technology must be that extra pair of hands, providing…

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