Nail art: How to perfect animal portraits on nails
Scratch puts the spotlight on the esteemed educators at Beauty2trs, the online platform for nail classes… THIS MONTH: Beauty2Trs adds exciting new course to it repertoire with animal portrait painting by Australia’s Viv Clements-Simmonds Viv Clements-Simmonds has taken her passion for animals and depicted into art on the nail. During this class,…
The differences between working as a nail tech in the UK & the US
Celebrity manicurist & international nail fashion designer, Naomi Gonzalez-Longstaff, reveals the differences & similarities between working as a nail tech in the UK and the USA… I have been travelling globally for my career over the past 12 years. I’ve been to Mexico, Puerto Rico and Spain, to name just…
So you wanna be a nail tech? New book shares insight into working in the industry
A nail technician from London has written a book to highlight what it’s like to work in the nail industry and help navigate some of the issues that existing workers face. Thirty-year-old Natifa Mai wrote So You Wanna Be A Nail Tech? over 11 weeks while grounded in Jamaica during…
Celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec launches nail art design sketch book
On National Nail Polish Day (1 June), and in tribute to the day she lost her mother, celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec has launched a nail art book by which consumers and pros can sketch out their own designs. The former creative director at Paintbox and founder of Masterclass Nail Academy…
Indigo Nails Lab searches for YouTube channel host
Indigo Nails Lab is looking for video-savvy nail stylist to host its YouTube channel. The Indigo Nails Lab team is looking for a host that is: Great at nail styling Confident, with great diction Loves to work with a creative team Loves being on camera Has a voice that touches…
How to take nail art designs to the next level
Scratch puts the spotlight on the esteemed educators at Beauty2trs, the online platform for nail classes… This month: Nancy Janssen reveals how to elevate nail artistry About Nancy Nancy’s nail career started in around 2011, and she claims to have been ‘living and breathing nails’ ever since. She has scooped various podium…
See nail services bloom with new Light Elegance gel collection
Light Elegance has revealed its new collection for spring, Blossom and Bloom. Inspired by flowers, the 12 new shades see a selection of rich creams, subtle shimmers and delicate glitter. “Blossom and Bloom has been created to incorporate soft, elegant shades that are sure to be a hit for spring,”…
Metta Francis on mastering enhancements & creating expressive designs
Tell us about your training… When I first entered the industry back in 2010, I was still working full time and looked for courses that I could complete around the day job. I initially trained with CND™ in manicure and pedicure services, followed by Nail Harmony for Gelish training. I trained in…
The Great Scratch Shoot Out 2019: The results
Nina Lewis has scooped first place in Scratch’s annual photographic competition. After a recording breaking amount of entries of 127 this year, the top three and winner of the new Voter’s Choice award were revealed live at Olympia Beauty. 1st – Nina Lewis 2nd – Agnes Dullo 3rd – Ilona Vasiliauskiene…
What it’s really like to own a nail salon – Part 2
Industry veteran, salon owner and Scratch Stars Services to the Nail Industry champion 2017, Sue Davies, reveals an insight into her experience of running a nail salon business… Read part 1, here. We all like to think that our futures are bright and stable, however that isn’t always the case…
The Great Scratch Shoot Out: Hear from Ivana Prokic
Last year, Ivana Prokic’s scooped first place with her striking image. The shoot was a collaboration with Ilona van Barschot Teunissen, of Ilona Teunissen Fotografie, and saw a winning combination. “Winning still feels like a dream,” smiles Ivana. “It’s fantastic, overwhelming, unreal and I feel so happy. I’m so proud…
Agnes Dullo on her career in nails, being an educator and scooping prizes at Nailympia London
Why nails? I loved my role as a biology teacher, but in the end nails won. I find it more rewarding, less stressful and very therapeutic. My nail career offers more freedom and less paperwork, but I do miss the school’s teacher community and all of the fun activities we…
Melanie Lewendon shares her thoughts on nail art, competing and our industry
Tell us about your training… My training has been really varied. I started life out as a beauty therapist 12 years ago. I came 2nd in the World Skills National Final that year for beauty and second in Sebta UK competition. It wasn’t until I stumbled on gel polish I…
MANI MONDAY: National prosecco day
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! There’s never been a better excuse to enjoy a glass of fizz, as today marks national prosecco day! To celebrate, we’ve been eyeing up some gorgeous golden nails and love this glamorous design by talented tech Margarita…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Tricia Rennie, Tricia Rennie Nail Artist
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Tricia Rennie, of Tricia Rennie Nail Artist, reveals that peach enhancements seeing encapsulated chunky glitter and mermaid nail art have been popular with her clients recently. “These colours have been so popular for summer! I used CJP coloured acrylic…
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