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How to capitalise on Valentine’s & Galentine’s Day in the nail salon

By Guest Writer | 15 January 2026

Experts shares tips for effectively promoting your nail offerings this Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day… Sara Pinto, Andreia Professional nail product director, says… “The lead-up to 14 February presents an opportunity…

Step inside the Taunton beauty salon opening its doors to a new era

By Jess Watts | 14 January 2026

Sorella Collective – a beauty salon nestled within Taunton’s Independent Quarter – is the culmination of years of experience, love and skill. Founders, Charlotte Murphy and Catherine Bunning, detail how…

5 ways to wear Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2026 on nails

By Jess Watts | 14 January 2026

Global colour authority, Pantone, has revealed its hotly anticipated Colour of the Year for 2026, and it might surprise you… Cloud Dancer is set to be 2026’s star shade, with…

SalonIQ expands internationally with UAE nail brand partnership

By Jess Watts | 14 January 2026

SalonIQ – a salon software provider created by salon professionals – has expanded internationally via new collaborations, including with a UAE-based nail polish and accessories brand. SalonIQ offers a range…

Self Assessment guide: HMRC advice for self-employed & sole traders

By Guest Writer | 13 January 2026

Ahead of the Self Assessment deadline of 31 January, HMRC deputy director for Self Assessment, Jashoda Pindoria MBE, answers frequently asked questions… Whether you’re a new business owner, have invested…

Bangle nails: what is the nail trend & how is it achieved?

By Jess Watts | 13 January 2026

Pinterest Predicts 2026 stated that we should ‘expect rubberised nail art and 3D jewellery’ to become a huge trend this year – and we are off to a flying start…

Win an Artistic Nail Design prize: winter nail art contest

By Rebecca Hitchon | 12 January 2026

The January Scratch Snap nail art competition is open! Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge that invites nail pros to create a salon-style nail design in line…

24 Scottish-themed nail designs for Burns Night

By Scratch Staff | 12 January 2026

Burns Night takes place annually on 25 January and is a celebration of the life and work of Scottish poet & lyricist, Robert Burns, on what would have been his…

10 chic celebrity nail looks from the Golden Globes 2026

By Jess Watts | 12 January 2026

Lead image courtesy of Instagram.com/byjuanalvear & Instagram.com/chuenails The 83rd annual Golden Globes took place on 11 January in Beverly Hills, California. The event welcomed a wide range of celebrities, celebrating…

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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…

Burns Night

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