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6 nail trends that never go out of style

By Emma Hobday | 2 September 2021

Every year – and, let’s face it, every month – we’ll see a new nail design trending (hello pick n mix nail art, year of 2021) but some nail designs are always ‘in’, regardless of the month, season, or year. Here’s our pick of nail styles that you can count…

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The top 10 nail trends you need this summer

By Lilly Delmage | 22 July 2021

Dig your nails into this summer’s hottest trends! We’ve rounded up the top 10 trends you need to jump on to ASAP! 1. Swirl nails Everyone has seen this trend on Instagram! Its versatility in pattern, colour and style mean it is a timeless classic making the perfect fun addition…

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5 weird & wonderful nail trends of the 2010’s

By Emma Hobday | 30 June 2021

Remember the ‘Tens?  The decade of 2010 to 2020, where Lady Gaga wore that meat dress, Gangnam Style became a global hit, Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot and the Harry Potter films came to an end (sob). In the world of nails however, there were some truly…

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The 10 top nail trends for spring/summer 2021

By Guest Writer | 9 May 2021

Lead nails by Sarah Vernon, Pure Nails brand ambassador & educator Tina Bell, head of education & support at Pure Nails, shares her views on the key nail trends for spring/summer 2021… After the perils of then pandemic, we are all longing for some amazing nails and a good pamper…

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Want to know the most & least popular nail designs on Instagram? Top 5 designs & colours revealed…

By Alex Fox | 22 April 2021

With nail salons now open in England & Wales, Scratch takes a look at the latest poll undertaken by  OnBuy Body Care to find out the most popular nail colours, designs and trends on Instagram for the spring of 2021. The most popular nail design trends of 2021 revealed… Nail…

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#NowTrending: Aurora nail art by Charlotte Clements

By Callie Iley | 16 March 2021

Scratch chats to Charlotte Clements of Nails and Beauty by Charlotte about her future goals and how she created this striking aurora nail design. I have worked in the beauty industry since 2006. During my time in the industry, I have worked as a beauty therapist on a cruise ship,…

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Japanese spring/summer nail trends for 2021

By Alex Fox | 5 February 2021

The Japan Nailist Association (JNA) has released its spring/summer 2021 nail design trend. Named COSMOS – the trend’s theme is, Order & Harmony; Planet Earth of the Universe. The colours are blue and green. This latest nail design trend, which incorporates global fashion trends, is announced twice a year by…

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Here’s the 3 AW20 nail trends you need to know

By Sophie Nutt | 24 September 2020

Autumn/winter serves up a whole host of new colour and design opportunities for clients. So, what are the nail trends you need to know about this season? We’ve rounded up the top three nail trends from the autumn/winter 2020 catwalks to inspire salon designs…  1. Colour rich Bold blues, oranges,…

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Here’s why you shouldn’t neglect the one colour manicure

By Katie Barnes | 12 June 2018

Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals why its important to realise your one colour polishing skills – as well as extravagant nail artistry… Seeing outrageous and eccentric nail creations posted across social media can have positive effects on the industry. It showcases the skill and imagination of techs…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Diana Pajeva, Diana’s Nail Art

By Sophie Nutt | 29 May 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Diana Pajeva, of Diana’s Nail Art, reveals that kitschy chic leaf designs have been popular with her clients recently. “Palm tree, leafy patterns have been a huge trend in high-end designer clothes for spring/summer collections. As well as that,…

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