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Salon in the Spotlight: Angelic Beauty by Karen, Basildon

By Callie Iley | 2 March 2023

Karen Bolland shares her Parisian-themed salon setup with Scratch, revealing the inspiration behind her decor choices. After graduating from university with a History degree, Karen Bolland began her beauty training…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: World Book Day 2023

By Rebecca Hitchon | 2 March 2023

Check out entries to the 1 March nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs to celebrate World Book Day on 2 March. Each…

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25 purrfect cat nail designs to try

By Callie Iley | 2 March 2023

Thursday 2 March marks International Rescue Cat Day. Show your love for cats with hand-painted nail designs, while raising awareness about the importance of protecting felines.

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OPI unveils Diamond Gel for 3in1 nail builds, sculpts & overlays

By Chloe Randall | 1 March 2023

OPI has launched Diamond Gel, a versatile hard gel nail system that can be used to build, overlay and sculpt for a strong, durable and high-shine nail finish. The three-part…

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50 blooming beautiful floral nail designs for spring

By Scratch Staff | 26 February 2023

Add delicate details to springtime tones with floral-inspired nail art. Check out our roundup of reader designs below…

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Nail Tech Talk: Yina Hurtado of Ginahbeauty

By Callie Iley | 25 February 2023

Lover of minimalist nail designs, builder gel manicurist Yina Hurtado of Ginahbeauty shares her passion for the nail and beauty industry with Scratch. Yina’s passion for nails started at a…

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The spring/summer 2023 nail colour collections you need to note

By Chloe Randall | 24 February 2023

The season of sunshine is almost upon us, and we are seeking out the spring/summer nail collections to get your hands on to ensure your clients stay on trend! Check…

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Celebrity manicurist, Julie Kandalec, to offer Nailpreneur business course scholarship

By Chloe Randall | 24 February 2023

Celebrity manicurist, Julie Kandalec, has announced an addition to Julie K Nail Academy, The Maya Nailpreneur Scholarship. The annual scholarship will be awarded to one student a year, to participate…

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Browse the impressive nail art entries into February 2023’s Scratch Snap comp

By Callie Iley | 24 February 2023

In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for February & created nail designs inspired by ‘Camping & Glamping’ in the bid to win a prize.…

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Nail Order Sunday Service Event

28th September 2025, 10.30am to late, Birmingham You do not want to miss this event! This event has it all:…

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Wimbledon

Highly anticipated Grand Slam tennis tournament, Wimbledon, returns to London at the end of June, serving up sporting excitement, iconic…

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