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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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Raynaud's

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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Sophie Pritchard Creative Claws Tech Talk

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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Naf Mani Monday

MANI MONDAY: Starry night

By Sophie Nutt | 24 December 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! ‘Tis Christmas Eve and what better way to celebrate than drooling over these starry nails resembling the winter night sky? We absolutely adore this nail look seeing acrylics crafted by #nafamanda and nail art by #naftammy from…

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Kerri Anderson

Nail Styles of the Week: 16 – 23 December

By Kat Hill | 23 December 2018
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Chelsea O Connor

WHAT I’M WEARING: Chelsea O’Connor, Nails By Chelsea

By Sophie Nutt | 23 December 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Chelsea O’Connor, of Nails By Chelsea, wears an icy nail look, inspired by fond memories of making snow angels. “I created the nails using coloured acrylic from Glam And Glits. I chose blue and silver for a wintery look. I…

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Ink Foil And Glitter

INK London reveals foil and glitter line-up

By Kat Hill | 22 December 2018

INK London has surprised techs by revealing five new glitters and five new foils. The Chic Foil collection sees: Emmie – Rose Gold Metallic Sarah – Oil Slick Susan – Clear Holo Sophia – Pink Metallic Erin – Silver Metallic The Elemental Glitter Collection sees: Sheena – 004 Light Gold…

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Artstic Motm

Create fierce nail looks with Artistic Nail Design Master Of The Mani collection

By Sophie Nutt | 21 December 2018

Artistic Nail Design has revealed it’s latest colour collection, Master Of The Mani, featuring six feisty-looking shades. The winter collection sees a palette of gunmetal, purple and pops of red, and the spirited names include: Babe With A Blade Sharp As Nails Villainous Vibes Call Me Miss-chete Combat My Lashes…

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Zoya Jubilee

Celebrate with Zoya’s Jubilee collection

By Kat Hill | 21 December 2018

It’s time to celebrate! In the spirit of the season, Zoya has launched 12 new lacquer shades in its Jubilee collection. In a range of creme and luxe metalic finishes, the new shades include: Astrid – a rich gold Leigh – rich and warm cream with just a hint of pink Carson…

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