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Barbiecore is trending: Here are the hottest pink nail designs
The Barbiecore or Barbie-inspired aesthetic has become one of beauty’s biggest trends of late. The buzz around the live-action Barbie movie has certainly had an influence, with searches for pink…
Party nail design ideas: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 19 June 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme: nails ready for a party,…
Salon in the Spotlight: K.M.Nails & Beauty, Wroughton
Having had dreams of entering the beauty industry for as long as she can remember, Kasey Beasley remembers watching nail art videos on YouTube and having her mum and sisters…
Are your gloves protecting you against nail ingredients?
In a previous blog for Scratch, we explored what gloves are needed for nail technicians and covered thickness and how often these need to be changed. In this blog, we…
Take a look at The Great Scratch Shoot Out entries from 2022
Scratch’s annual photographic competition, The Great Scratch Shoot Out saw 79 stunning entries last year, which delighted and captivated the judging panel, making their job extremely difficult. Check them out below…
How to successfully edit your nail photos
In a previous blog, I shared 5 top tips on improving your nail photos. In this post, I am going to share more about editing your nail photos. Editing images…
Shear Haven anti-domestic violence salon training celebrates two-year anniversary of UK&I launch
Shear Haven anti-domestic violence salon training celebrates its two-year anniversary since its official launch in the UK & Ireland. Training salons, stylists and therapists in over 100 countries around the…
Nail Tech Talk: Abi Hassan of Hot Wheels Nails
With a colourful nail art library & an equally bright personality to match, Abi Hassan, owner of Canterbury-based salon, Hot Wheels Nails, sits down with Scratch to discuss the importance…
Bring magic to nails with the 8 Kirsty Meakin Unicorn gel polishes
Prepare to dazzle with the launch of Kirsty Meakin‘s Unicorn Collection: eight enchanting gel polish hues, featuring ethereal shimmer. The Scratch Stars Awards 2023 finalist for Social Media Star of the…
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Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…
A celebration in honour of Scottish poet, Robert Burns, Burns Night often features traditional Scottish food, such as Haggis, turnips…