THE LATEST NEWS & FEATURES

Scratch Stars 2020: Judging days & party postponed until spring/summer 2021

By Helena Biggs | 13 July 2020

After much consideration and assessment, Scratch magazine has decided to postpone the Scratch Stars Awards judging days and Scratch Stars Party until spring/summer 2021. The format and all finalists, sponsors…

Back to Work: Nail & beauty business checklist

By Scratch Staff | 12 July 2020

Scratch gathers guidelines from across the industry for what should be considered for when you & your clients set foot back into your business… Consider ticking off these points well…

Coronavirus: Workplace safety guidelines released by the government

By Kat Hill | 12 July 2020

The workplace safety guidelines for ‘close contact services’ have been released by the government. Entitled Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19), the document sets out guidance and practical advice on how to open…

Why collaboration is key in the nail industry

By Sophie Nutt | 12 July 2020

Tracey Lee, international nail artist & educator, reveals how Beauty2trs is celebrating it’s first birthday with a ‘birthday bash’ online class… How awesome it was to celebrate the first year of…

Coronavirus: Should you raise your treatment prices when you reopen?

By Guest Writer | 11 July 2020

Jenni Draper, session nailist & PR/creative manager at Louella Belle discusses whether nail and beauty businesses should consider raising their treatment prices after lockdown… As outlined by the UK government’s…

Bring summer heat to fingers with Jessica Nails Cabana Bay collection

By Sophie Nutt | 11 July 2020

Jessica Nails has launched the Cabana Bay collection for summer. The six-piece collection comprises rich cremes and playful shimmers inspired by tantalising summer destinations and favourite holiday moments. The Jessica…

Brighten your nail colour range with the Cuccio Rainbow Sorbet collection

By Sophie Nutt | 10 July 2020

Cuccio has launched its Rainbow Sorbet collection, bursting with a mix of vibrant and pastel shades for summer. Featuring eight creamy tones, the collection includes: Punch Sorbet Dragon Fruit Sorbet…

PPE kits launched to ensure safe return to work for salon staff

By Alex Fox | 10 July 2020

As nail and beauty salons have been given the green light to re-open on Monday (13 July), it is imperative that the salon – and its staff – are completely…

#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: THE CIRCUS

By Callie Iley | 10 July 2020

Check out all the entries to the latest challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating designs that were inspired by The Circus! The next task will be posted across our…

Dec 2025 low res scratch cover

Read the latest issue

Glitterbells Black friday sale scrach Banners Sidebar

FOLLOW US

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…