Revealed: Scratch magazine’s most-loved cover of 2025

By Scratch Staff | 5 January 2026

Scratch readers voted for their favourite of the nail magazine’s 2025 covers from 15 December-5 January – and the results are in! Scratch, the world’s #1 resource for nails, seeks to showcase outstanding artistry and technical prowess via its 13 annual covers, with two cover images released each May to…

Revealed: The most popular Scratch cover of 2022

By Chloe Randall | 4 January 2023

Revealed: The most popular Scratch cover of 2022 At the end of 2022, Scratch readers and nail industry fans headed to the Scratch website in their hundreds to cast a vote for their favourite Scratch front cover of 2022. February’s cover image took the top spot, with 39% of the vote. It was conceptualised by Scratch…

Behind the scenes: Scratch’s filming with E4’s Teen Mum Academy

By Chloe Randall | 23 May 2022

Lights…camera…action! Back in August 2021, Scratch was invited to take part in Dragonfly’s Teen Mum Academy for E4, and now is the time that we can finally spill all the details! The programme follows six teens who have already experienced one of the biggest life events there is – becoming…

Scratch Snap: What you need to know

By Scratch Staff | 5 January 2021

Scratch has launched a new monthly nail art challenge, called Scratch Snap. In the challenge, a theme will be set each month and you have a limited amount of time to create a nail design that suits (salon-style). Simply snap a pic of the nail design (on yourself or a client) – and…

The Great Scratch Shoot Out 2020: THE RESULTS

By Kat Hill | 14 September 2020

Ivana Prokic has scooped first place in Scratch’s annual photographic competition – for the second time. After 73 entries were received for The Great Scratch Shoot Out 2020, the top three and winner of the Voter’s Choice accolade were revealed via a livestream on social media. The top three sees: 1st –…

Emoki Nails reveals Christmas cuticle oils

By Sophie Nutt | 6 December 2019

Emoki Nails has revealed three new fragrances of cuticle oils in time for Christmas, with hints of shimmer and glitter specifically for the magical season. The new cuticle oils include: Gingerbread, Baby – The sweet and spicy smell of gingerbread with a hint of glitter Eau D’Elf – Minty and…

MANI MONDAY: Cute Christmas

By Sophie Nutt | 2 December 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! It’s officially December, which means there is no holding back when it comes to festive nail designs. Laura Easby has stolen our hearts and fired up our festive feels with this super cute Christmas design featuring hand…

MANI MONDAY: Rainbow flames

By Sophie Nutt | 25 November 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Will we ever get bored of flame nail designs? Probably not – and especially when they’re in the neon hues of the rainbow! Queen of flame nail art, Miss Betty Rose, knows exactly how to put a…

Orly reveals icy Arctic Frost nail colour collection for winter

By Sophie Nutt | 20 November 2019

Orly has revealed its shimmering Arctic Frost collection for a chic take on winter manicures. Available in Orly nail lacquer and Orly GelFX formulas, the six-piece collection includes: Below Zero Cold Shoulder Frost Smitten Gilded Glow Ice Breaker Snow Worries The collection features subtle shimmers, icy hues and full on…

Katie Barnes expands nail tool range

By Sophie Nutt | 15 November 2019

Since the launch of the Katie Barnes Tool Range earlier this year, the KB Thickness Measuring Tool is the latest addition to the collection. Scratch Stars Nail Stylist of the Year 2019, Katie Barnes, has deigned the KB Thickness Measuring Calliper specifically for precise measuring of nail enhancement thickness. The tool…

LashUs launches lash extensions system

By Sophie Nutt | 13 November 2019

After the introduction of LashUs The Lift earlier this year, Sweet Squared has announced the launch of LashUs Extensions and training. Designed to allow the professional to achieve looks ranging from classic to volume and everything in-between, LashUs Extensions will provide techs with an opportunity to grow their lash business…

#TRENDINGTUESDAY Jodie May Evans, Nail Envy

By Sophie Nutt | 12 November 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jodie May Evans, of Nail Envy, reveals winter glitters have been popular with her clients recently. “Since the release of the Mythical Glitters from The Nail Team, I have had so many clients choose them. In this design I…

WHAT I’M WEARING: Kelly Wells, Beauticle Nails

By Sophie Nutt | 10 November 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kelly Wells, of Beauticle Nails, incorporates the bubble trend in her latest set! “To create my latest set of nails I decided I wanted to use some of the new products I had recently purchased from Magpie Beauty. I decided…

WHAT I’M WEARING: Debbie Marangos, Lioness Paws

By Sophie Nutt | 3 November 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Debbie Marangos, of Lioness Paws, wears a stunning golden stiletto nail. “I sculpted this set using Team Gorgeous Acrylic System and used various glitters and flakes that I encapsulated. For extra sparkle I finished the set with bling and caviar…

Peacći launches 12 new shades

By Sophie Nutt | 28 October 2019

Peacći has launched 12 new shades to join the nail lacquer colour range, each of which are colour matched to, sister brand, The Gel Bottle Inc hues. From creamy shimmers such as Plum and Ruby Port to sparkling hues and captivating holographics including Angelina and Snow Queen, the range boasts…