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28 nail art design ideas for Glastonbury Festival
Festival season is here – and what’s more iconic than Glastonbury Festival? The Somerset event takes place from 25 June 2025. Make sure nails are as much a star of…
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Hibiscus nails: The Y2K-inspired twist on floral nails
Give summer nail styles a Y2K, trending twist with hibiscus nail art! Step into a tropical paradise of ’00s nostalgia with our roundup of designs from pros on Instagram below……
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How to achieve a work-life balance as a beauty professional in summer
Scratch columnist & beauty business and mindset coach, Zaara King, shares advice for achieving a work-life balance this summer… Summer is upon us and I am so excited for the…
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Nail techs show off skills in London in efforts to win Scratch Stars Awards
The sun shone in London on 19 May as 40 nail pros – many with models – made their way by plane, train and on foot to the London College…
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Important July dates for your nail & beauty business
Get your business prepared for the month of July, with our roundup of dates to note… UV Safety Month Each July, UV Safety Month serves to educate the public about…
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Scratch Snap winner announced: tropical nail art contest with 60 entries
The winner of Scratch’s monthly salon-style nail art contest for June has been announced as Mia Murray of Painted by Mia, Kinross. In a showcase of talent, UK&I techs created…
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Discover the Wales nail salon inside the Brecon Beacons National Park
Owner of Nails by Sam, Sam Devereux, opens the doors to her nail salon, located in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. “My salon is based in my back garden,…
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Beau’s lines on nails: what they are & how to treat them
Have you heard of Beau’s lines on nails – but aren’t quite sure what they are? Here’s everything you need to know about the natural nail condition. What are they?…
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Industry association marks 80-year milestone championing cosmetic science, innovation & excellence
The Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association (CTPA) celebrated 80 years championing cosmetic science, innovation and excellence with a lavish black tie dinner in London. Since 1945, the organisation has been…
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