PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS

Scarlett Senter Embellishments

7 tips for working with nail embellishments

By Scratch Staff | 16 August 2025

Adorning nails with 3D embellishments adds dimension to designs, allowing you to transform plain styles into striking looks. 7 nail stylists offer adhesion and application advice… Lead nail tips by Scarlett Senter (@scarlett_senternailartist). 1. “Practice wearing embellished designs on your own nails, as this will help you to learn a…

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L&p nail enhancements, safe removal

How to remove L&P acrylic nail enhancements safely

By Jess Watts | 15 August 2025

Whilst it is tempting to try remove nail enhancements as quickly as possible, correct removal requires professional attention to prevent damage to the natural nail. Here’s how it should be done… Each type of nail enhancement requires a specific method of removal, and the time this takes varies. While UV…

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Left-handed nail tech? Here’s how to adapt your tool kit

By Katie Barnes | 13 August 2025

It is assumed that when working left-handed, you just work the opposite way. But if you are leftie, you will know this is a myth. The majority of the population is right-handed, and so the majority of nail products and techniques are tailored to right-handed techs. Having to adapt to…

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Nsi classic balance gel

LED/UV curable NSI gel system revealed

By Kat Hill | 1 September 2017

NSI Nail UK has revealed its Classic Balance Gel system has been updated to boast a LED/UV curable formula. The system is available is a selection of colours, sizes and kits. Shades see Body Builder in  Clear and Cover Pink Warm, as well as Builder Blush and Clear. The formula…

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Opi iceland

OPI’s cool Iceland inspired nail colour collection makes winter more bearable

By Helena Biggs | 31 August 2017

It’s getting colder outside – but OPI has warmed spirits with its stunning autumn/winter nail colour collection, Iceland. Inspired by the land of blue lagoons and Northern Lights, the 12-piece palette offers a range of chic hues that portray the country’s wild beauty. Each shade will be available in nail lacquer, long-wear…

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How to prevent nail product overexposure

By Katie Barnes | 29 August 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, reveals why the misuse of monomer can have nasty consequences… We are all responsible for bad work habits but some are more dangerous than others. It has become alarmingly more apparent through the likes of YouTube videos and live feeds on social media that too many techs are flooding…

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Create out of this world nails with Semilac

By Kat Hill | 26 August 2017

Semilac has revealed a line of galaxy inspired pigments to take manis to another dimension. The Semi Flash Galaxy range sees nine colour-changing powders, all inspired by the beauty of space. Semilac brands the powders an ‘explosion of stars, bringing a galaxy shine and cosmic embellishment’. Multi-tonal in their effect,…

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Sparitual earl grey

Teatox with the new SpaRitual range!

By Kat Hill | 25 August 2017

It’s time for tea thanks to SpaRitual’s limited edition manicure, pedicure and body care range. The new range sees a blend of essential oils inspired by Earl Grey, including clary sage, bergamot, southern cone marigold, and hay. The line up includes four new products that are completely vegan-friendly and nature-derived,…

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Cnd nightspell range shellac

CND™ reveals spellbinding nail colour collection

By Kat Hill | 24 August 2017

Sure to add intrigue to any nail service, CND™ has unveiled it latest collection – Nightspell. Taking inspiration from the night sky, the collection sees six rich, shimmering tones available in both SHELLAC™ and VINYLUX™.  The line-up includes Berry Boudoir, Hypnotic Dreams, Viridian Veil, Eternal Midnight, Lilac Eclipse and Mercurial. “This season revolves…

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