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Scratch Snap Jan 2025

Scratch Snap winner announced: minimalist nail art contest with over 100 entries

By Rebecca Hitchon | 20 January 2025

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art contest for January has been announced as Alisha Francois of @pressonprofessionail. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Soft & Subtle Art Accents, in the bid to win a prize from The GelBottle Inc. Entries were judged by The…

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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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Salon in the Spotlight: Jules Nails and Beauty, Keighley

By Callie Iley | 24 August 2023

Qualifying in level 2 beauty in 2001 from Craven College, Skipton, Julianne Weatherall’s creative and artistic nature instantly attracted her to the world of nails. “I decided nails was the place I needed to be, so in 2002, I enrolled at Keighley College to learn advanced nail techniques, and I’ve…

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The difference between left and right-handed E-file bits

By Katie Barnes | 24 August 2023

Most E-files will come with two directions, most commonly called forward and reverse. The forward direction will rotate the E-file bits in the correct direction when working from right to left, or commonly for a right-handed tech. The reverse direction will rotate the bits in the correct direction for a…

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4 ways to nail being a first-time manager

By Rebecca Hitchon | 24 August 2023

Experiential learning company, Impact International, shares a guide to being a first-time manager… Managing a team can be an exciting experience but it can also pose challenges, particularly for first-time managers and those transitioning from a team member to a leader. Statistically, managers promoted from within are more likely to…

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Check out heat map nails, the nail art trend heating up the nail scene

By Callie Iley | 24 August 2023

Switch on the weather channel and heat up your nail art game with heat map nails, pulling inspiration from multicoloured geothermal maps to create this colourful layered nail look. Check out our roundup of 15 thermal-themed reader designs…

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Upgrade your E-File routine with the KB Mini E-File Mandrel & KB Mini Sanding Bands

By Callie Iley | 23 August 2023

Katie Barnes Tool Range has expanded its offering with the KB Mini E-File Mandrel & KB Mini Sanding Bands. Give your nail prep and shaping services an upgrade with the KB Mini E-File Mandrel and KB Mini Sanding Bands, featuring a compact size to support techs in navigating the nail…

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Light Elegance Rocks

Make nails rock with Light Elegance’s 12 autumn 2023 shades

By Rebecca Hitchon | 23 August 2023

Light Elegance has launched the Rocks collection, featuring rich colours and mesmerising glitters inspired by nature, for autumn and beyond. “I loved making something so gritty, rough and natural, such as rocks and stones, and turning them into something beautiful, modern and clean,” comments Lexy McLellan, Light Elegance creative director.…

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