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Milky white nails

40 milky white nail ideas for an on-trend & elegant manicure

By Scratch Staff | 4 April 2025

This softer alternative to bright white nails uses sheer, creamy hues to create the ultimate milky mani. Check out our roundup of milky white designs from nail pros on Instagram…

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Don’t miss out on the butter nails trend: here’s 35 designs for inspiration

By Lilly Delmage | 20 March 2025

Butter nails are all over our socials, serving as the perfect hue for the transition into the warmer months. With pastels booming in popularity this spring, we’ve rounded up 35 manicures boasting the muted yellow shade for your spring manicure inspo…

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60 green nail designs that are trending right now

By Scratch Staff | 14 March 2025

Green nails have been dominating our social media feeds, and show no signs of going anywhere anytime soon! Check out our roundup of trending designs below…

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Texas nail tech: Clients have walked away from my services because I’m transgender

By Lilly Delmage | 18 November 2024

Texas-based nail technician, Dylan Michaud, shares how she refuses to let gender discrimination stand in the way of her career success… Having faced multiple clients refusing her services due to her gender, Dylan reveals her outlook on those experiences. She says: “Fortunately, I am very understanding that not everyone agrees…

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Disney nail art tutorial: 6 steps to create a magical Mickey Mouse design

By Marie-Louise Coster | 18 November 2024

Session nail stylist, salon owner & educator, Marie-Louise Coster, shares how to paint Mickey Mouse on nails, using Artistic Nail Design. The brand is available in the UK via Sweet Squared.

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Scratch Snap Nov 24 Winner Announcement

WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap November 2024

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 November 2024

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge for November has been announced as Mia Murray. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Enchanted Forest, in the bid to win a prize from INK London. Entries were judged by INK London educator, Jessica Hinds, and Scratch deputy editor, Rebecca Hitchon. The…

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Techs bring magic to nails with 46 ‘enchanted forest’ looks: Scratch Snap comp

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 November 2024

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge for November has been announced as Mia Murray. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Enchanted Forest, in the bid to win a prize from INK London. Entries were judged by INK London educator, Jessica Hinds, and Scratch deputy editor, Rebecca Hitchon. The…

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Andreia Pro Group Products

Portuguese nail brand makes a splash in 423 Salon Services stores across Europe

By Helena Biggs | 18 November 2024

Portuguese nail, hair and make-up brand, Andreia Professional, has partnered with Sally Beauty and Salon Services to make its nail products available from 423 stores in the UK, Ireland and central Europe. Renowned for offering quality products and colourful collections for over 35 years, Andreia Professional‘s goal is to provide…

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How to paint a winter mittens nail design

By Guest Writer | 18 November 2024

Stay warm this winter with this seasonal mittens design by The Pro Gel. Recreate with the step-by-step below…

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