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40 Pride nail art ideas to spread love & acceptance

By Rebecca Hitchon | 1 August 2025

Pride is dedicated to celebrating the global LGBTQ+ community, as well as promoting acceptance and equality. Check out themed designs by nail artists on Instagram incorporating the rainbow Pride flag and other inclusivity symbols…

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Euro 2025: simple football pitch nail design tutorial

By Guest Writer | 25 July 2025

Francesca Paliotto is an Italian nail artist & educator. She has been awarded 27 Nailympia Competitions medals, as well as an Art Winner of Winners accolade and two Winner of Winners trophies. Here, she shares how to paint a salon-friendly football pitch style on a nail.

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Leo season: 12 zodiac-inspired nail art ideas

By Jess Watts | 24 July 2025

Leo season typically spans from July 23 to August 22. If you’re looking for birthday nails, or just want to embrace the adventurous spirit of the Leo zodiac, now is the time to check out nail inspo! One of the three zodiac fire signs, Leo’s are known for their confidence,…

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Mini Egg nail style

By Guest Writer | 23 March 2023

Salon System nail expert, Jaz Moger, has created a Mini Egg step-by-step using GELLUX, and it looks good enough to eat! Salon System products are available from wholesalers nationwide.

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Easter chick nails

By Guest Writer | 23 March 2023

Celebrate Easter with these cute chick nails by Natalia Zduniuk, F.O.X Nails UK brand ambassador.

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25 out of this world alien nail art ideas

By Callie Iley | 20 March 2023

March 20 is Alien Abduction Day, popularised by a festival in Toronto in 2008. Use this date as an opportunity to create some out of this world nail styles! Check out our roundup of alien-inspired reader designs below…

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The spring/summer 2023 nail colour collections you need to note

By Chloe Randall | 24 February 2023

The season of sunshine is almost upon us, and we are seeking out the spring/summer nail collections to get your hands on to ensure your clients stay on trend! Check them out here…

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Festive French tips

By Scratch Staff | 17 December 2022

Add some festive fun to French tips for a seasonal twist to the classic nail style. Check out our roundup of reader designs below…

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20 delectable Christmas pudding nail designs

By Scratch Staff | 1 December 2022

Who’s for some figgy pudding? Here, Scratch readers serve up designs inspired by festive favourite, Christmas pudding.

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