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Mood Manicure Colour Psychology

Colour psychology: Discover the mood-boosting meanings behind your nail colour choices

By Lilly Delmage | 20 January 2025

Save time and add an element of fun at the nail desk by advising clients on mood-based hues using colour psychology, advised by experts… ‘Have you decided on a nail shade?’ is a question you may ask daily, as you patiently watch clients rifle through colour pops and swatches. But…

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How a Scottish nail brand is changing the way products are seen in the sector

By Scratch Staff | 19 January 2025

In just five years, husband and wife duo, Chris and Bekka Costello, have grown their nail business in Paisley, Scotland, from 10 humble products to over 350: focusing on everything nail professionals require to offer slick, profitable services. “We started Nail Order while our salon was closed due to the…

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Slither into the Year of the Snake in style: 15 nail art ideas to celebrate Chinese New Year 2025

By Lilly Delmage | 19 January 2025

Chinese New Year 2025 is celebrated on January 29th, welcoming the Year of the Snake. The nail industry is no stranger to snake-inspired designs, from snakeskin prints and hand-painted characters to 3D creations. However, if you’d rather steer clear of animal motifs, embracing the colours of the event is another…

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Create nails that flash & sparkle with Gelish’s Flash Glam

By Chloe Randall | 14 September 2023

Elevate your mani/pedi game and achieve Instagram-worthy nailfies this season with Gelish’s Flash Glam. Compact sparkle in each of the six Flash Glam shades which serve up a stunning nail overlay – and the ante is upped when a camera flash ignites the glamour. “These glitters are out of this…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Omega Nails, Pontypool

By Callie Iley | 14 September 2023

Wanting to create a space for herself and her clients to unapologetically be themselves, Tan Adams drew inspiration from tattoo shops for her salon’s alternative styling. “I want my space to feel like a haven for people who struggle to fit into mainstream spaces. Growing up, I was convinced that…

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Nails Inspired By Clothes

70+ fashion-inspired nail art looks: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Rebecca Hitchon | 14 September 2023

Check out entries to the 13 September 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme: nails inspired by clothes, to mark SS24 Fashion Weeks. Each design was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #showscratch #creativechallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every…

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Add A Touch Of Darkness to nail styling this AW23 with Nail & Beauty Excellence

By Callie Iley | 14 September 2023

Nail and Beauty Excellence, the pro nail brand founded and directed by multi-award-winning nail tech and Scratch Stars L&P Tech of the Year 2023 finalist, Jade Barber, has unveiled its A Touch Of Darkness collection.  Featuring six dark autumnal Gel Excellence hues, including a striking navy, an enchanting deep forest…

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Beautyverse App

Want to expand your clientele & streamline bookings? Enter the Beautyverse…

By Helena Biggs | 14 September 2023

Are you a beauty pro, struggling to fill gaps in your diary and get noticed by new clients? Or are you a client who seeks to book an appointment with ease? Download Beautyverse – an app designed to simplify the communication and booking process between beauty artists and clients. The app,…

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Sustainable Suppliers

3 steps to choose a sustainable supplier for your beauty business

By Guest Writer | 13 September 2023

Charlotte Scallon, head of sustainability & regulation at waste management company, Biffa, offers a three-step strategy to help businesses understand how to choose a sustainable supplier… Choosing a sustainable supplier that helps you meet your goals can be challenging, but the process should be energising, not daunting. Our three-step strategy…

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