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Women’s Euro 2025: the nail tech behind England Lionesses’ winning manicures

By Rebecca Hitchon | 6 August 2025

Following the Women’s Euro 2025, Dzastina Jovaisaite – the pro behind nail looks for members of the triumphant England squad – shares about the ‘career highlight’ with Scratch… “I felt so privileged and couldn’t believe it when I received a message from Chloe Kelly about creating nail looks for some…

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Nail techs with psoriasis reveal what life is like with the skin condition

By Rebecca Hitchon | 5 August 2025

Psoriasis is a ‘condition that causes dry, scaly and sometimes itchy or sore patches on the skin,’ according to the NHS. Here, two nail techs share their experiences with psoriasis… “I suffer from seasonal psoriasis on my fingers and hands (mostly during autumn and winter) and psoriatic arthritis,” shares Fie…

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Do AI chatbots like ChatGPT have a place in the nail industry?

By Rebecca Hitchon | 31 July 2025

Disclaimer: this article is not written by a robot. But it does explore how language processing tools driven by artificial intelligence (AI) technology, or ‘chatbots’, are influencing the nail and beauty sector. As this technology integrates into our lives, many are wary of its place in society – and its…

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7 questions for Kayleigh Billington

By Kat Hill | 21 March 2020

1. Tell us about your training… I initially trained at The Northern College of Beauty back in 2012. I enjoyed it so much I wanted more, so went on to do the NVQ Level 3 in Nail Technology at The City of Liverpool College in 2015. Since then, I have…

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Coronavirus: Salon supports community with wellness initiatives

By Kat Hill | 18 March 2020

Hear from the team at Honestly Ombré – a Swindon salon championing kindness with wellness initiatives in its community during the COVID-19 outbreak… “We care about the wellness and wellbeing of our community and want to help and support wherever we can,” states owner, Jessica Wallbridge. “We have developed three…

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Tech Talk: Chloe Crook’s love of glittery nails

By Zoe Wickens | 18 March 2020

Scratch catches up with nail tech, Chloe Crook, to learn more about her industry journey… Chloe Crook from Ashford, Kent entered the nail industry in 2018. “The reason why was because I suffer with bad anxiety and doing nails for me is so soothing and relaxing,” she explains. “What’s more,…

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Coronavirus: Closing? Suzanne Clayton on making the best decision for your business

By Scratch Staff | 17 March 2020

Open, or closed? Suzanne Clayton, of Nail Tech Awareness Group & owner of Souz Nails & Beauty, shares her thoughts on making the best decision for your business – and being kind to others… We are all worrying one way or another and I’m sure many have had sleepless nights.…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Holly Innes, HLYIB

By Sophie Nutt | 17 March 2020

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Holly Innes, of HLYIB, reveals this J Balvin-inspired nail design has been popular with her clients due to its vibrant colour palette. “This design has been particularly popular with my clients as the vibrant colours reflect the spring/summer months…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Kerrie Labrum, Kezzll Nailzz

By Sophie Nutt | 15 March 2020

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kerrie Labrum, of Kezzll Nailzz, wears a stunning French design on stiletto tips. “I created these nails using Glitter Planet Easy Tip Clear Stiletto tips to get the lovely shape. I then use Team Gorgeous acrylic in Rosa, Whipped Cream,…

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