TECHS & SALONS
Women’s Euro 2025: the nail tech behind England Lionesses’ winning manicures
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
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
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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We’ve been asking you for your favourite nail designs of 2017! Karen Brown, of Sanctuary in the City salon, revealed that her favourite nail design is the one that she created for her client who was jetting off to Las Vegas. “These are my favourite nails of 2017 as Las Vegas…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Jodie Morris, of Jodie Morris Nails & Beauty, created these icy blue nails after taking inspiration from other techs when looking for a wintery design. “I used Glam and Glits acrylic in Strut, and Blue Rain for the baubles on the ring…
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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Beautifully ornate, this majestic manicure comes courtesy of Kristine Toce. Pairing a glossy red hue with black glitter, Kristine also adds detail with curlicues…
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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Simone at The Nail Cabin, Lincoln, crafted this decant purple design. Using INK London’s Acrylink range as the base for her nail art, Simone then…
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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Rosie Watton created this sparkling snowy look for her client’s Christmas manicure. With a base of Bio Sculpture Gel’s shade No. 1…
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We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Rachael Wilders created this cheeky Elf on the Shelf inspired design, complete with a watchful eye! Combining snowy blue nails with red…
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