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Scratch Snap: June 2021

By Chloe Randall | 28 June 2021

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

BET Awards 2021: The 10 most striking manicures from the red carpet

By Chloe Randall | 28 June 2021

Last night saw the 21st BET Awards take place celebrating achievements in entertainment and honours music, sports, television, and movies. The ceremony’s theme was “Year of the Black Woman” and…

Get to know UK top nail artist & judge Kirsty Meakin in a quick Q&A for Nailympia

By Alex Fox | 27 June 2021

Get to know a Nailympia judge…  NAME: Kirsty Meakin Business name: Kirsty Meakin Location: Stoke on Trent, UK Nationality: British   Who Trained You: Youth Training Scheme, Trang Nguyen & I’ve learnt…

WHO-approved reusable facemask uses patented silver-based technology & 3D knitted fabric to protect against Covid-19

By Alex Fox | 26 June 2021

 WHO-approved reusable facemask developed by scientists uses patented silver-based technology & 3D knitted fabric to protect against Covid-19 & the fight against PPE plastic pollution.   Although fabric face coverings…

NAIL TECH TALK: Camilla Vika Høgemark of Vegan Nails by Camilla

By Callie Iley | 26 June 2021

Scratch chats to Camilla Vika Høgemark of Vegan Nails by Camilla about her favourite nail trends and the importance of using vegan and cruelty free products… Art is something I’ve…

There’s no place like home…nail art inspo falls from the sky

By Alex Fox | 25 June 2021

Sheffield-based nail artist Loi van Nguyen was so inspired by a post created by Scratch’s Alex Fox that he felt compelled to pick up his nail art brushes and paint.…

NAIL TECH TALK: Kelly Bradford on her colourful career

By Chloe Randall | 25 June 2021

Kelly Bradford, owner of Kels Gels has had a varied career before becoming a nail technician four years ago. From being a service engineer, to cabin crew for British Airways,…

Nail designer joins ivorygoat wedding planner in Costa Blanca, Spain with a fresh approach to love & all the trimmings

By Alex Fox | 24 June 2021

As things slowly but surely begin to pick up again for wedding industry professionals, a newly launched wedding planning company in Marina Alta, Costa Blanca, Spain is providing couples with…

Dot nails

By Callie Iley | 24 June 2021

Kylie Jenner’s dot manicure by Chaun Legend has taken over the nail art world! Check out our roundup of reader designs inspired by Kylie’s set below…

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Burns Night

A celebration in honour of Scottish poet, Robert Burns, Burns Night often features traditional Scottish food, such as Haggis, turnips…

International Day of Education

Proclaimed by the United Nations (UN) as a day to encourage peace and development by way of worldwide education, International…