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Glitterbels expands product portfolio & reach with nail polish line

By Rebecca Hitchon | 5 June 2025

Staffordshire-based nail brand, Glitterbels, has launched a nail varnish range, comprising 10 polishes, a base coat and top coat. The nail varnish shades are designed to match best-selling hues from Glitterbels’ professional colour ranges, from soft pastels and nudes to bold red. The formula is quick dry, offers up to 10 days’ wear and boasts…

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Nail techs create 50 earth-inspired nail art designs for World Environment Day

By Lilly Delmage | 5 June 2025

Check out entries to the 4 June 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: World Environment Day, marked on 5 June. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #ShowScratch #CreativeChallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.

How your beauty business can reduce its environmental impact

By Guest Writer | 5 June 2025

Victoria Brownlie MBE, chief policy & sustainability officer at the British Beauty Council, shares guidance to support eco efforts in the beauty sector… While most people are committed to working more sustainably, I have noticed a real disconnect between where world leaders, governments, NGOs and big business see challenges, compared to the average person, small…

LGBTQ+ tech & drag nail artist: the nail industry allows me to embrace my truest self

By Guest Writer | 4 June 2025

Birmingham-based nail artist, Anthony Lloyd, shares about his LGBTQ+ journey and the important role nail artistry has played in it… My journey as a member of the LGBTQ+ community has been a positive and affirming one. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been raised in a supportive family environment, and this foundation allowed me to…

Florida nail tech scoops North America’s Star Nail Artist title

By Laura Tarling | 4 June 2025

On Sunday, June 1, at the Scratch Social event in Orlando, Anastasia Totty of Jacksonville, Florida, was revealed as the first North America’s Star Nail Artist (NASNA) champion. The Moldova native, who moved to the US in 2014, worked and trained in Saint Petersburg, Russia, between 2010 and 2014, before moving to the USA and…

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London nail artist creates 3D food-inspired designs for Aldi campaign

Nail artist and social media star, Sophie Parkinson, was called…

A guide to the gel system: when & how to use & troubleshooting tips

Nail pros share insight on the gel system… When to…

Nail industry expert: here’s the problem with AI-generated nail designs

Scratch Stars Social Media Star of the Year finalist 2024 & 2025, Hannah Clayton, shares her thoughts on artificial intelligence nail…

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Cloud software provider launches growth hub for beauty professionals

Cloud software provider, Zenoti, has announced the launch of free growth hub for beauty professionals: The Check-In. Powered by Zenoti,…

28 nail art design ideas for Glastonbury Festival

Festival season is here – and what’s more iconic than Glastonbury Festival? The Somerset event takes place from 25 June…

Hibiscus nails: The Y2K-inspired twist on floral nails

Give summer nail styles a Y2K, trending twist with hibiscus nail art! Step into a tropical paradise of ’00s nostalgia…

NAIL ART INSPO

Add sweetness to summer styling with these 50 strawberry nail art ideas

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Serve up ace nail looks for Wimbledon with 30 tennis-themed nail art ideas

Washington LGBTQ+ nail artist: abstract bisexual Pride flag tutorial

28 nail art design ideas for Glastonbury Festival

Hibiscus nails: The Y2K-inspired twist on floral nails

Nail techs show off skills in London in efforts to win Scratch Stars Awards

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EVENTS

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

New to gel polish or need a refresher? Want to upgrade your skills and learn with OPI’s newest gel innovation? Our Intelli-gel system offers time saving technology to enhance your treatment offering. Includes theory knowledge, prep, application, removal. Locations nationwide. You need to hold a qualification in manicure to attend this class.Please arrive with bare nails so you can experience the gel for yourself.Accredited by ABT You must hold a…

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

TBP Beauty Educators E-Summit

By Scratch Staff | 2 February 2025

Not only are you sharing your expertise and knowledge but you also inspire and empower the next generation of professionals. Beauty educators take on great responsibility requiring dedication, expertise, and commitment. As an educator it is key to keep up to date with industry trends and insights. This can be really easy to do as a service provider but as an educator there is very little CPD targeted towards improving…

Nail Order Sunday Service Event

By Scratch Staff | 28 May 2025

28th September 2025, 10.30am to late, Birmingham You do not want to miss this event! This event has it all: talks and masterclasses from influential industry figures, networking, interactive experiences and of course, a party. Here is what you can expect from the day*: Daytime 10.30am to 5pm at Fazeley Studios, Birmingham, B5 5SE Guest Speakers Robbie Tomkins – Secrets of a Celebrity Manicurist Zoya Mac – Content Creation and…

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

KBC Awards Cambodia 2025

By Scratch Staff | 15 April 2025

The KBC Awards Cambodia 2025 is set to be one of Southeast Asia’s most prestigious beauty events, taking place on August 16-17 at the luxurious Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel & Residence. With a mission to elevate beauty industry standards in Cambodia and the region, this two-day event brings together elite professionals, educators, competitors and brands from around the world. Organised by Erika Ramonaite, the KBC Awards is not just a…

World Friendship Day

By Lilly Delmage | 24 June 2025

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and enjoy the benefits they bring. Why not offer a bundle deal – a discounted package for best friends who want to get matching manicures for the occasion on a mate date? You could then share their manicures on your social media feed, along with a short story about how they…

24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

By Lilly Delmage | 24 June 2025

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for anyone struggling, or experiencing feelings of despair or loneliness. The event aims seeks to break the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage people seek support. Encourage clients to open up by resharing information about the Samaritans’ services on social media.…

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

Giorgia capella, tgb head of education and spa

TGB Brunch & Learn

By Scratch Staff | 20 June 2025

The GelBottle Inc’s Brunch & Learn The GelBottle Inc is thrilled to invite you to a special post-party TGB Brunch & Learn – the perfect way to wind down after the Scratch Stars Awards! Join The GelBottle for a morning of great food, inspiring conversation, and an exclusive masterclass with Giorgia Cappella, The GelBottle’s Head of Education. Connect with fellow nail techs, TGB experts, Brand Ambassadors and Educators. ✨ Expect:…