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Scotland nail pro offers Recalibration Sessions to help qualified nail techs strengthen skills

By Jess Watts | 17 October 2026
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For most nail techs, training doesn’t stop once you’ve gained…

50 tortoiseshell nail ideas for a modern manicure

By Jess Watts | 17 October 2026
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One of the most timeless animal print patterns, tortoiseshell is…

Feeling alone in your beauty business? Here’s why community matters for nail techs

By Hannah Beth Clayton | 16 October 2026
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Nail business mentor & Scratch online columnist, Hannah Clayton, discusses…

40 minimalist Halloween nail designs for a subtle spooky season

By Jess Watts | 16 October 2026
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Minimalist nail art is trending, and for those looking to…

99 coffee-coloured nail designs for the perfect mocha brown manicure

By Jess Watts | 15 October 2026
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Check out entries to the 14 October 2026 nail art…

MANACARE: The US brand bringing male-focused nailcare to salons

By Jess Watts | 15 October 2026
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MANACARE is a male-focused nailcare brand born from a personal…

How menopause affects nails & ways to manage symptoms

By Scratch Staff | 13 October 2026
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Menopause typically occurs between the ages of 44 and 55,…

Revealed: the beauty industry’s meaningful emotional & economic impact

By Rebecca Hitchon | 12 October 2026
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The British Beauty Council has unveiled The Impact of Beauty…

Pinterest turns beauty inspiration into action with Beauty Guides feature

By Jess Watts | 12 October 2026
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Beauty inspiration may be easy to find online, but translating…

Beauty business expert shares 5 ways to fill your appointment diary

By Guest Writer | 12 October 2026
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Stephanie Barnard is the founder of Beauty Business Marketing Co.…

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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…

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