Terri eaton

WHAT I’M WEARING: Terri Eaton

By Sophie Nutt | 9 June 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Terri Eaton wears a glam take on milky nude nails. “I am trialling some of The Gel Bottle Inc products at the moment. I was desperate for some opal effect nails but wanted a crushed pearls effect also, so I…

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Elli kershaw

#TRENDINGTUESDAY Elli Kershaw, So Polishable

By Sophie Nutt | 28 May 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Elli Kershaw, of So Polishable, reveals iridescent nails have been popular with her clients recently. “I’ve found the iridescent glitter designs really popular for holiday nails, they go with everything and have a ‘wow’ factor – they look so…

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All things beauty

MANI MONDAY: Funky cow print

By Sophie Nutt | 27 May 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! A trend that has made a mark over the past few months is cow print, and while the design can be jazzed up through different hues within the traditional pattern, talented tech Jema Baynes has taken it…

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Steff georgiou

#TRENDINGTUESDAY Steff Georgiou, The Nail Designer

By Sophie Nutt | 21 May 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Steff Georgiou, of The Nail Designer, reveals asymmetric designs with pops of colour have been popular with her clients recently. “I think this design has been so popular because the pastel shades are perfect for this time of year.…

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Sohotrightnail

MANI MONDAY: Watermelon fresh

By Sophie Nutt | 20 May 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! We’re summoning the warm weather with these juicy watermelon nails courtesy of LA-based nail artist, Bel Fountain-Townsend (@sohotrightnail). After being inspired by fellow talented tech, Alec Cole Hinz (@yaaas_get_nailed), Bel created this mouthwatering nail look. The design…

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Laura shep

WHAT I’M WEARING: Laura Shep, Nail It Byfleet

By Sophie Nutt | 19 May 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Laura Shep, of Nail It Byfleet, wears a delicate floral design. “I created the look using gel polishes that I mixed to create the colours I wanted and used a detailer brush to create the flowers. I used a lavender…

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Yours polishes

Create colourful designs with new :Yours stamping polishes

By Sophie Nutt | 18 May 2019

Designed to ensure techs achieve the perfect stamp every time, :Yours has revealed nine new stamping shades for every colour need. The polishes range from Silver Star to Pink Passion and are designed specifically for stamping, offering high pigment and defined shapes. Offering easy application with one stroke and no…

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Lecente nail art

Nail art hacks with Lecenté

By Kat Hill | 7 May 2019

Get the best from your nail art products with these handy tips from the creative team at Lecenté with these videos… About Lecenté Lecenté was founded in 2011 by brother and sister team, Ged and Maria Cientanni. Previously an experienced nail technician and college tutor, fate stepped in when Maria…

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Ink bloom

Creating blooming designs with new INK London gel

By Kat Hill | 7 May 2019

Get ready to unleash your artistry with the latest launch from INK London. Bloom Gel is a UV/LED curable gel polish that allows for artistry. Presented in a bottle and brush format, the gel polish is the ideal medium for creating blended, marbled and abstract designs. To use, apply the…

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Metta francis nail art

How to encourage your clients to try nail art

By Metta Francis | 29 April 2019

A small sprinkle of glitter or minimalistic nail art can increase your profits and leave your clients feeling super chic, so take a look at your nail art menu and encourage clients to indulge in a design. There’s a design or style that can suit anyone, and I’ve been known…

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The gel bottle pick & mix

Stock up on The Gel Bottle Inc with Pick & Mix Deal

By Scratch Staff | 27 April 2019

Stock up on your favourite The Gel Bottle Inc shades with the brand’s latest bulk buy offer. Until April 30, nail professionals can purchase any six shades for a special, reduced price per bottle – or 12 bottles for even less! Pick and mix popular shades from across the full collection,…

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Lecente nail shadows

Lecenté launches Nail Shadows to amp up summer nail art

By Helena Biggs | 27 April 2019

Funk up nail designs for summer and beyond with Lecenté‘s new range of Nail Shadows. The eight specially blended pearlised powders can be brushed or pressed onto lacquer or gel polish or used within L&P designs to create an array of colours and effects. The powders work particularly well with…

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Thehangedit

MANI MONDAY: When life gives you lemons…

By Sophie Nutt | 15 April 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! We are in love with this fresh nail design created by nail artist, Hang Nguyen (aka @thehangedit). Vibrant and zesty, this look features two bright yellow gel polish overlays and three nails playing host to intricate nail…

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Nina subasic salon services

Get set for summer with a playful lilac manicure

By Scratch Staff | 9 April 2019

Nina Subasic, in partnership with Salon Services, reveals how to create a fun and playful lilac manicure – with an eye-catching finish for spring/summer.  “Summer is the season of rosé, beach days, shorts, and colourful nail polish,” she comments. “Thankfully for us, pastels are always on trend, which makes this…

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Alyssa nails

MANI MONDAY: Abstract paint

By Sophie Nutt | 8 April 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Marking the start of a new week, Mondays are often the perfect day to consider how you can shake up your nail art and start thinking about new designs to offer clients for the days ahead. This…

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