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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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Pink Geode

MANI MONDAY: Pink geode

By Sophie Nutt | 22 July 2019

Begin the week the right way with some inspiration this mani Monday! A twist on the marble trend, we are loving this pink geode nail look by Emily Platt. The super cute design was prepped with Navy Professional tools, Ethel and Helen, and painted with The Gel Bottle Inc BIAB…

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Hayley Winder

WHAT I’M WEARING: Hayley Winder, Hayley Winder Hair, Nails, Beauty & Educator

By Sophie Nutt | 21 July 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Hayley Winder, of Hayley Winder Hair, Nails, Beauty & Educator, wears ultra glittery nails, which went on to inspire her clients. “These nails were infilled using clear L&P, then I did a thin layer of Ideal Pink Builder Light Elegance…

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Suzanne Edge

#TRENDINGTUESDAY Suzanne Edge, Sparkle Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 16 July 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Suzanne Edge, of Sparkle Beauty, says sherbet neon nail looks have been popular with her clients recently. “Neons are super popular everywhere this year along with smokey marbles, so I wanted to create a mix between the two. “For…

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Asabree

MANI MONDAY: Saved by the bell

By Sophie Nutt | 15 July 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! This nail look is taking us back to the 90’s with its bright, popping hues and Memphis Group-inspired shapes. Giving us all the Saved By The Bell vibes, this nail design comes courtesy of Asa Bree of Finger Bang…

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Robyn Schwartz

WHAT I’M WEARING: Robyn Schwartz, Robyn Schwartz Nail Design

By Sophie Nutt | 14 July 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Robyn Schwartz, of Robyn Schwartz Nail Design, wears a fun and unique nail look for the summer. “These nails were made using Akzentz Gels – Performance Balance Cool Pink Gel and Luxio Innocent created the base pink. I used Options…

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Gemma Forsyth Nails

#TRENDINGTUESDAY Gemma Forsyth, The Hidden Gem

By Sophie Nutt | 9 July 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Gemma Forsyth, of The Hidden Gem, reveals bright and quirky nail designs have been popular with her clients – especially for festival season. “This design was created using a mix of products from CJP, Gliterbells, Premier Gel and Glitterarty.…

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