EXPERT ADVICE

Pedicure

Pedicure tips: how nail techs can safely support clients with diabetes

By Scratch Staff | 12 June 2025

According to charity, Diabetes UK, approximately 6% of the UK population suffers from diabetes. Learning about the condition and how to accommodate it is key to making diabetic clients feel safe and able to enjoy their nail experiences. Here, we explore how the condition can affect clients and what you…

Read More
Michelle brookes waxing

Doncaster nail & beauty salon owner: Offering waxing has elevated my business & filled my diary

By Michelle Brookes | 11 June 2025

Scratch Stars Educator of the Year 2022 & 2025 finalist, Michelle Brookes, shares how introducing waxing services has benefitted her salon… What do waxing treatments bring to a beauty business, and how do they complement nail offerings? Adding waxing treatments to a beauty business helps fill diary gaps. Most waxing…

Read More
Lilly Web Newsfeature Lead 1200x800px 20

Community chat: 3 networking groups for nail pros

By Lilly Delmage | 10 June 2025

Are you seeking support from fellow nail techs? Do you want access to hundreds of tutorials to inspire your creativity? Do you have questions but don’t know who to ask? The answer might lie in joining a nail networking group. Here’s three to have a look at… The Nail Tech…

Read More
June 2025 low res cover for web

Read the latest issue

Orly model shot

Stay on trend with speedy nail art services

By Sophie Nutt | 14 June 2018

Nails continue to hold focus in high fashion and popular culture, with chosen styles now playing a pivotal role in fashion shows and for self-expression. From dazzling glitter to chic negative space designs, the addition of nail art offers clients the opportunity to pay homage to an outfit, trend or…

Read More
Ads essentials

Dip into a new system

By Kat Hill | 13 June 2018

Thinking of dipping your toe into a new service? Jody Rogers, INK London educator for Wales, reveals some reasons to consider adding a dipping system to your treatment menu… “The acrylic dipping system is one of the latest ‘trends’ to hit the nail industry,” explains Joby. “However, this system isn’t…

Read More
Katie barnes bojana

Here’s why you shouldn’t neglect the one colour manicure

By Katie Barnes | 12 June 2018

Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals why its important to realise your one colour polishing skills – as well as extravagant nail artistry… Seeing outrageous and eccentric nail creations posted across social media can have positive effects on the industry. It showcases the skill and imagination of techs…

Read More
Kerry pilates

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…

Read More
Opt 1 salon manager screen copy

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…

Read More
Katie barnes brushes

How to choose the right brush for your L&P nail needs

By Katie Barnes | 29 May 2018

Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, offers advice on choosing the right brush for L&P acrylic needs… Alongside your technical skills, your brush is an important element for achieving good results with L&P. Sometimes, the only way to tell the quality of a brush is in its performance and…

Read More