THE LATEST NEWS & FEATURES

Nova nails

Nail tech launches clothing & product line in lockdown

By Sophie Nutt | 31 July 2020

Jaki Logan, of Nova Nails, found inspiration within the weeks of lockdown in order to keep her business alive by launching Break Hearts, Not Nails – a clothing and product…

Read More
The nail window lead

Educator invents nail art gadget during lockdown

By Kat Hill | 31 July 2020

Nail educator, Rachael Wilders, developed a handy nail art gadget in lockdown to help techs visualise and transfer designs to the nail. The visual guide is used by placing the…

Read More
Magpie beauty nail stickers

Add individuality to designs with Magpie Beauty Nail Art Stickers

By Sophie Nutt | 31 July 2020

Add individuality to nail looks with the new Nail Art Stickers from Magpie Beauty. Magpie Beauty has launched 12 sticker packs that, unlike the brand’s previous stickers that are currently…

Read More
Aaa sara cady:glamourphile

#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: VIDEO GAMES

By Callie Iley | 30 July 2020

Check out all the entries to the latest challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design inspired by video games! The next task will be posted across social…

Read More
Digi mags

Keep hair & beauty clients engaged with digital magazine experience

By Helena Biggs | 30 July 2020

DLT Media, a provider of magazine subscriptions for businesses has launched a way for clients to access their favourite magazines safely during their beauty treatment. While many salons have ditched…

Read More
The gel bottle swatchpro

Show off nail shades with the handy TGB SwatchPro

By Helena Biggs | 29 July 2020

Showcase your collection of nail shades with ease with the handy TGB SwatchPro™ from The Gel Bottle Inc; a case that allows clients to choose their next nail shade with…

Read More
Nails by alice white

Salon in the Spotlight: Nails by Alice White, Portsmouth, Hampshire

By Kat Hill | 29 July 2020

After becoming a new mother last year, Alice Whitehouse decided to pursue her dream of a career in nails. Working from a newly converted home studio, Alice opened in time…

Read More
Nail tech face masks client

[Updated] Face coverings: The rules for nail & beauty pros & clients

By Sophie Nutt | 29 July 2020

There has been confusion within the nail industry as to the face coverings beauty professionals are required to wear during a treatment, and what should be asked of the client.…

Read More
Yours elements

Enhance nail designs with :Yours colour pigments

By Sophie Nutt | 29 July 2020

:Yours has revealed the Elements range, comprising 16 cosmetic grade pigments. Ideal for creating an array of nail styles, :Yours Elements pigments are versatile and are available in a selection…

Read More
June 2025 low res cover for web

Read the latest issue

Scratch 2025 sidebar ads (260 x 600 px) ssa tickets

FOLLOW US

Scratch Snap 2025 Logo

Scratch Snap nail art competition

Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…

Read More
Untitled design 1

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:…

Read More