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Self-employment help for nail techs: legal, financial & operational considerations

By Lilly Delmage | 5 February 2025

All the legal, financial and operational factors to consider before making those all-important choices… Deciding to become a self-employed nail tech is just the beginning, and we’re here to help you navigate it all. From choosing whether to work from home or as a mobile tech, to deciding which insurance…

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Life as a nail tech with Raynaud’s: 5 pros share their experiences

By Scratch Staff | 5 February 2025

Raynaud’s syndrome, also known as Raynaud’s disease and Raynaud’s phenomenon, is a condition that affects blood circulation to fingers and toes and can cause them to change colour when cold, anxious or stressed. Other symptoms include pain, numbness and pins and needles. Symptoms vary for each individual and may last…

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Meet the Anglesey nail pro transforming trainers using nail art products

By Rebecca Hitchon | 4 February 2025

“Nail art techniques can be applied in a variety of ways: from customising trainers to dolls, jewellery and even tip jars,” shares Sophie Pritchard, founder of Creative Claws salon and training academy. The North Wales-based nail tech was first encouraged by her husband to transfer her nail art skills to…

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Coronavirus: How one salon owner vows to manage nail appointments safely

By Scratch Staff | 17 March 2020

Liza Smith, session nailist & co-owner of award-winning Bodylines salon in Sittingbourne, Kent, reveals the steps she’s taking to manage the safety of her staff and clients while honouring appointments… “The government has given the advice to avoid social outlets, which could have a huge impact on nail and beauty…

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Cool pastels & elegant neutrals combine for CND™ spring collection

By Sophie Nutt | 16 March 2020

CND™ has revealed the English Garden collection ready for spring. Six soft and delicate shades inspired by a quintessential English garden make up the collection, which sees a selection of cool pastels and elegant neutrals. The romantic collection features a feminine palette, ideal for clients as they begin to switch…

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Gelish turns to soft & sophisticated shades for spring

By Sophie Nutt | 15 March 2020

Gelish has revealed the Editor’s Picks collection for spring 2020, boasting luxurious and sophisticated hues inspired by the runway. A six-piece collection, each delicate nude shade complements a range of skin tones. “Spring is great time of year to embrace soft shades like nudes and pinks,” says Danny Haile, CEO…

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Nail Styles of the Week: 8 – 15 March

By Kat Hill | 15 March 2020
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Bold ‘n’ Bright

By Kat Hill | 15 March 2020

Keep the sun shining with these super bright nail styles…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Kerrie Labrum, Kezzll Nailzz

By Sophie Nutt | 15 March 2020

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kerrie Labrum, of Kezzll Nailzz, wears a stunning French design on stiletto tips. “I created these nails using Glitter Planet Easy Tip Clear Stiletto tips to get the lovely shape. I then use Team Gorgeous acrylic in Rosa, Whipped Cream,…

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