TECH TALK
Portsmouth nail pro: What I learned from mental health struggles during pregnancy
Laura Gilbert-Anderson of Basic Witch Nails shares her maternal mental health experiences and what they have taught her… I was diagnosed with a liver condition during my first pregnancy, so my baby and I had to be closely monitored. If test results weren’t good, it meant days spent at the…
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Beyond The Brush: The nail tech community built on relationships, support & honesty
Gel nail educator & artist, Gemma Siverns, speaks to Scratch about her online community, Beyond The Brush (BTB) – a supportive, educational space she created for nail professionals. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Gemma is a natural mentor. She began her journey in 2000, earning her…
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Suffolk nail artist: ‘My salon isn’t just about treatments – it’s a whole experience’
Allie Eve, owner of The Nail Matrix, opens the doors of her bohemian sanctuary salon, unveiling a space to ‘spark creativity and escapism’. “The Nail Matrix is all about stepping out of the chaos and into a space where time slows down and the world melts away,” explains Allie. “From…
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Read the latest issue
The September issue of Scratch explores the issue of cyber bullying and its impact on the nail sector. Here, more techs reveal their experiences and thoughts… Jan Soar, UK head of education & Nail Harmony PhD master educator for Essex discusses the term ‘bully’ “Cyberbullying is bullying in a cowardly form.…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Talented tech and session stylist, Morena Sanguini, created this fabulous floral design for one of her clients and has us longing for an autumn getaway to a tropical destination. Morena used ibd hard gel and Kiara Sky…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Beatrix Szabo, of Beatrix Nails, opts for an elegant pinky-nude design, complete with delicate flower artistry and crystal embellishments. “I love white against nude colours with a touch of glitter – and the inspiration for these came from wedding nails!…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Karen Brown, of Sanctuary in the City, reveals that the French blend technique teamed together with a bold stiletto nail shape has been an extremely popular pairing with her clients recently. “French blends are so popular all year round…
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Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Is there such a thing as too much pink? At Scratch HQ, the answer is always no! We adore this pretty pink set created by Sophie Hudd, of Rainbow Nails, on natural nails. Sophie used Magpie Beauty…
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London salon owner, Tinu Bello, recently opened her second location for her brand Colour Riot Nails in the vibrant district of Shoreditch, going her existing location in Fitzrovia. Here, Tinu talks about her experiences… “Competition? Yes, London has some amazing nail salons, and we welcome a bit of healthy competition – but there is more than…
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