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Why it’s important to take care of feet & advice for pedicurists

By Rebecca Hitchon | 18 April 2025

The importance of footcare can be overlooked, particularly during colder weather when feet and toenails tend to be tucked into thick socks and closed-toe footwear. But footcare services are not…

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Finalists announced in 2025 nail industry awards for UK&I pros & businesses

By Helena Biggs | 18 April 2025

For 12 years, Scratch magazine has been recognising excellence in the UK&I nail industry via the Scratch Stars Awards, and is proud to present the finalists for 2025. Hundreds of entries were received…

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Revealed: Katy Perry’s solar system nails for the Blue Origin space flight

By Rebecca Hitchon | 16 April 2025

Celebrity nail artist, Kim Truong, has revealed the space-inspired design she created for pop singer, Katy Perry’s Blue Origin space trip. The American music artist and five other women were…

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OPI collaborates with award-winning nail pro on mani/pedi essentials range

By Helena Biggs | 14 April 2025

Following the launch of the Katie Barnes X OPI branded E-file in 2024, the two companies have announced a second collaboration: a range of nail and cuticle tools and E-file…

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3 steps to increase your beauty treatment prices without guilt

By Guest Writer | 12 April 2025

Beauty business mentor, Stevey Powell, shares how she teaches pros to confidently increase their service prices in three steps… The thought of raising your prices can feel overwhelming and downright…

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35 Mini Egg nail styles to drool over this Easter

By Scratch Staff | 12 April 2025

The Easter bunny has paid a visit to Scratch and brought us delectable Mini Egg nails! The speckled nail finish proves popular each year, and is versatile enough to be…

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30 vibrant nail art designs for the 2025 festival season

By Scratch Staff | 11 April 2025

Festival season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with a vibrant nail art design? Check out our roundup of colourful looks guaranteed to stand out from…

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Pet-friendly salons: key benefits & important considerations

By Guest Writer | 10 April 2025

Have you ever considered making your salon pet-friendly? A spokesperson for luxury nail salon, Paint Nails London, shares the advantages and what you need to consider. Why did you decide…

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Indulge in 21 ice cream-inspired nail art designs: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Lilly Delmage | 10 April 2025

Check out entries to the 9 April 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Ice cream dreams. Each…

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KBC Awards Cambodia 2025

The KBC Awards Cambodia 2025 is set to be one of Southeast Asia’s most prestigious beauty events, taking place on…

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Glitterbels education event: Annabel’s Art Assembly

Staffordshire-based nail brand, Glitterbels, has unveiled Annabel’s Art Assembly: an education event led by co-founder & creative director, Annabel Maginnis. It marks her…

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