Posts by Callie Iley
Nail Tech Talk: Hannah Miles of Nails By Han
Sheffield-based tech, Hannah Miles of Nails By Han, sits down with Scratch to share her nail journey and her 2023 career goals. Hannah’s interest in nails was sparked at around 13 or 14 years old, doing her own nails after school. She rekindled her love for nails during lockdown. “Like many others, I had nothing…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Angelic Nails by Emmie, Maesteg, South Wales
Maesteg-based nail tech, Emmie Williams, showcases her Y2k-inspired salon space, Angelic Nails by Emmie. Emmie Williams initially undertook her nail training in Ireland with Crystal Nails, qualifying in 2014, then taking a refresher course in 2021 with Plymouth-based nail educator, Kirsty Parker. She set up her own salon space for the first time in September…
Read MoreIntroducing In Your Hands: a fully funded nail programme for marginalised industry enthusiasts
A fully funded nail industry initiative has been launched by Bristol-based nail pro, Nathan Taylor, to support marginalised nail enthusiasts. After exploring a number of vocations, admitting that the nail industry ‘was the only industry to keep me interested’, Nathan Taylor moved to Bristol and was offered the opportunity to enrol on a fully funded…
Read MoreWINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap January 2023
The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge has been announced as Shannon McKenna. In a showcase of talent, techs stepped up to the Scratch Snap challenge for January & created nail designs inspired by ‘Stargazing’ in the bid to win a prize from Colour Couture. Judged by Scratch‘s copywriter, Callie Iley, and owner of Nail Couture Lincoln,…
Read MoreNail Tech Talk: Georgia Rose of Georgia Rose Nails
Builder gel manicurist, Georgia Rose of Georgia Rose Nails, chats to Scratch about her love for the nail community and her advice for aspiring techs. After nearly five years of offering gel, builder gel and acrylic services, Georgia Rose opted to fully emerge herself in builder gel in 2022, specialising because of her love for…
Read MoreNailympia Germany returns to Beauty Düsseldorf for 2023
After its successful 2022 debut, Nailympia Germany nail competition returns to Beauty Düsseldorf for 2023. “Nailympia is the leading and most prestigious global nail tech competition worldwide. We look forward to welcoming international top nail designers to Düsseldorf again,” says Stefanie Lo Re of Signature Nail International (SNI), who has again taken over the organisation…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: North Salon & Training Academy, Hartlepool
Scratch shines the spotlight on nail, hair and beauty salon and training academy, North, based in Hartlepool. Caroline Dean began her nail training in 2000 at her local college, qualifying in 2001. She has continued to pursue education throughout her time in the industry since, seeking both treatments and educator courses, noting the changes that…
Read MoreNail Tech Talk: Abbie-Lea Elliott of Able Nails
Cardiff-based tech, Abbie-Lea Elliott, completed her training in March of 2021, dedicating her time throughout lockdown to practise. “I trained on the first course that opened up after Covid, and it was the best decision I’ve ever made,” Abbie smiles. “I love anything weird and wonderful when it comes to nail designs,” Abbie enthuses. “I’m…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Ballerina Beauty, Leeds
Aggie Saruna qualified as a nail technician in 2013, working on a mobile basis and in various salons during the first two years of her career, before setting up a space in her living room in 2015 to work from. In April 2022, Aggie had her beauty shed built at the bottom of her garden.…
Read MoreMint Tint unveils its vegan-friendly Bio-Sourced Nail Polish range
Mint Tint unveils its Bio-Sourced Nail Polish range Mint Tint has expanded its product offering with its Bio-Sourced Nail Polish range, with 20 high-pigment shades and nourishing treatments. Four of the 20 shades match Mint Tint’s existing gel polish colours – Wildheart, Scarlet, Musk and Cherry, with more duos to come. The shades This quick-drying,…
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