TECHS & SALONS

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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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Inside the nailcare oasis in the centre of Huddersfield

By Jess Watts | 2 August 2025

Meet Rebecca, ‘toe wizard’ & owner of Cutiecles – a salon sanctuary that prides itself on comfort, care and calm. Recently refurbed, Cutiecles Nail Salon is a passion project for the nail technician, who boasts 10 years’ experience in the industry. After returning to work from maternity leave, Rebecca (and…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Dana Squibb, Dana Squibb – Nail Artist

By Sophie Nutt | 13 February 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Dana Squibb, nail artist, revealed that grey designs have been popular with her clients recently. “I think grey has been popular because it’s a neutral colour that provides a great background for nail art. It goes with absolutely everything…

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VALENTINE’S DAY DESIGNS: Terri Eaton

By Kat Hill | 12 February 2018

Love is in the air and we’re counting down to Valentine’s Day with some super sweet nail styling! Terri Eaton created pretty purple design featuring sweetheart tip feature nails. Using Gelish hue Picture Perfect as her base, Terri then added sparkle to her design with Magpie Beauty nail glitter in…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Toria McLaughlin-Stickland

By Sophie Nutt | 11 February 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Toria McLaughlin-Stickland wanted to brighten up the winter weather with some jazzy and colourful nail art. “These nails were created with acrylic and the nail art was hand painted in gel. “I created them because of the dull weather we’ve…

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VALENTINE’S DAY DESIGNS: Hannah Foreman

By Kat Hill | 11 February 2018

Love is in the air and we’re counting down to Valentine’s Day with some super sweet nail styling! We’re seeing hearts! Hannah Foreman adds hand painted nail art to this manicure. Using shades from the Gel Bottle Inc, Hannah combines silver and red in this cute design. See more of Hannah’s…

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VALENTINE’S DAY DESIGNS: Kerry at Roxies Hair and Beauty

By Kat Hill | 10 February 2018

Love is in the air and we’re counting down to Valentine’s Day with some super sweet nail styling! Kerry at Roxies Hair and Beauty created the pretty design in a variety of pink tones. Perfect for any sweetheart, the design see the combination of rosy florals and glittered hearts in…

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VALENTINE’S DAY DESIGNS: Rosie Watton

By Kat Hill | 9 February 2018

Love is in the air and we’re counting down to Valentine’s Day with some super sweet nail styling! Cupid, draw back your bow! Rosie Watton created this minimalist manicure featuring the arrows of love. Seeing a signature shade of scarlet, Rosie used Bio Sculpture Gel shade No.19 Pillar Box Red. See…

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