THE LATEST NEWS & FEATURES

French tips: how to create the perfect nail style & 50 designs for summer 2026

By Jess Watts | 16 July 2026
Posted in

The French tip is a nail design that transcends seasons,…

Onychomycosis: how to recognise, prevent & treat fungal nail infections

By Jess Watts | 15 July 2026
Posted in

Onychomycosis – also known as nail mycosis or a fungal…

Nominations open for NHBF Top 50 Beauty Influencers Awards

By Jess Watts | 14 July 2026
Posted in

The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has opened nominations…

20 gorgeous Greek nail designs inspired by The Odyssey

By Jess Watts | 14 July 2026
Posted in

Ornate gold architecture, flowing white robes and legendary tales of…

The Lincolnshire nail studio combining bespoke services, education & passion

By Jess Watts | 12 July 2026
Posted in

A passionate nail technician, educator & Scratch Stars Builder Gel…

Pearl nails: 14 products for shimmering nail styles

By Jess Watts | 12 July 2026
Posted in

Add a touch of magic to manicures with these professional…

5 low-maintenance nail styles for summer

By Jess Watts | 11 July 2026
Posted in

It’s easy to see the appeal of a low-maintenance manicure…

How to nail the tomato manicure trend

By Jess Watts | 11 July 2026
Posted in

Everybody loves a bold red manicure. Add a little tomato-inspired…

A guide to starting a mobile nail business

By Jess Watts | 9 July 2026
Posted in

To go mobile or not to go mobile? That is…

Nail scientist Doug Schoon delivers inspiring Paris education event

By Guest Writer | 9 July 2026
Posted in

Cécilia Gimenez, director of Nailart France Events, shares insight into…

FOLLOW US

UPCOMING EVENTS

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…

COMPETITIONS & EVENTS