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Raynaud's

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

By Scratch Staff | 25 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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Ashford beauty salon: how exceptional customer service creates relaxing client experiences

By Lilly Delmage | 15 February 2025

Sarah Webb, owner of Bella’s Little Nail Boutique, takes pride in her standout beauty services, which place an emphasis on the client experience. Working in customer service for over 20 years, Sarah knows how to offer clients an exceptional appointment. She explains: “My clients receive a coffee and biscuits, and…

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Get inspired: Nail pro, Lucy Price-Marshall, shares her journey to dominating the nail industry

By Lilly Delmage | 9 February 2025

Natural nail specialist, OPI educator, salon manager & multi-award winner, Lucy Price-Marshall, shares her career story and how she balances various industry roles… Tell us about your journey into the nail industry… While I was at school, I worked at my mum’s nail salon, Nailspa in Huddersfield, on Saturdays, assisting…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hayley J’s Nails

By Sophie Nutt | 8 October 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hayley, of Hayley J’s Nails, reveals abstract monochrome nail looks have been popular with her client’s recently. “Lately people want to try something a little different and interesting so that their nails create a topic of conversation. That’s why…

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MANI MONDAY: Autumn flowers

By Sophie Nutt | 7 October 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Florals aren’t just for spring, as shown by Bel Fountain-Townsend (AKA @sohotrightnail) in this chic and pretty nail look featuring encapsulated real flowers. Contrasting sharp almond nail tips with soft and delicate flowers provides the perfect juxtaposition…

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

By Sophie Nutt | 6 October 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Chelsea O’Connor, of Nails By Chelsea, wears a timeless French design with an autumnal twist. “I created these nails using Trilogy Nail Systems from the Nail Tech Network and encapsulated loose glitters. “First I used Trilogy Cover Pink to create…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Jemma Ball, Jemma Elizabeth Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 1 October 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jemma Ball, of Jemma Elizabeth Beauty, reveals delicate floral designs have been popular with her clients recently. “This nail design has been popular because people are still holding onto summer nails! In the next month I think it will…

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MANI MONDAY: Leopard tips

By Sophie Nutt | 30 September 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Leopard print is a trend that shows no sign of slowing down just yet. Our social media feeds have been full of the print and we are not complaining! This chic leopard print design comes courtesy of…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Elizabeth Jones, Nail Art by Elizabeth

By Sophie Nutt | 29 September 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Elizabeth Jones, of Nail Art by Elizabeth, wears a nail look inspired by the recent release of IT: Chapter 2 and the upcoming Halloween holiday. “My inspiration came from the recent release of IT: Chapter 2, I absolutely love these movies and I really…

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