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16 Leo nail art ideas inspired by the zodiac sign

By Jess Watts | 24 July 2026
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Leo season spans from 23 July to 22 August. If…

14 nail & beauty podcasts to listen to in 2026

By Rebecca Hitchon | 23 July 2026
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We’ve scoured podcasting platforms for shows to keep nail and…

18 summer sport nail styles worth cheering for

By Jess Watts | 23 July 2026
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Check out entries to the 22 July 2026 nail art…

40 trending pedicure designs for summer

By Jess Watts | 21 July 2026
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With sandal season upon us, it’s time to give toenails…

How nail techs can manage unreasonable client expectations

By Marie-Louise Coster | 19 July 2026
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Session nail stylist & salon owner, Marie-Louise Coster, shares how to…

28 neon nail art ideas to brighten up summer manicures

By Scratch Staff | 19 July 2026
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Ensure nails are looking on-trend for summer 2026 with neon…

How art helped a nail tech through life’s toughest times & inspired a thriving nail community

By Jess Watts | 18 July 2026
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Lauren Lewis took her first steps into the nail industry…

Fruit nails are trending: here’s 40 juicy nail designs for summer 2026

By Scratch Staff | 18 July 2026
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Fruits are a long-standing inspiration for nail art, with watermelon,…

How nail techs can take time off without losing income

By Hannah Beth Clayton | 17 July 2026
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Nail business mentor, Hannah Clayton, shares how nail pros can enjoy…

30 nail designs to help you master the half-moon manicure trend

By Jess Watts | 16 July 2026
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As clean girl manicures and classic French tips continue to…

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Scratch Stars Awards: practical judging day

Finalists in the following nine Scratch Stars Awards categories will battle it out in a live practical competition, followed by…

The Scratch Stars Party

It’s the standout industry celebration of the year, and one that’s talked about for months after the dancefloor clears. Set…

Nailympia London

Nailympia London – powered by Scratch, will take pace 10 and 11 October at the Professional Beauty trade show, ExCel…

Nailympia San Antonio

Nailympia San Antonio – powered by Scratch, will take place 29 and 30 August 2027 at the Premiere San Antonio…

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