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Nail competition tips from the World’s Star Nail Artist

By Katy Pottle | 20 August 2024

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or starting out, competitions can be an ideal playground to showcase your skills and creativity, as well as build confidence, learn from industry leaders and challenge yourself. The World’s Star Nail Artist 2023, Katy Pottle, shares her competition tips… The spectrum of choice When it comes to nail competitions, there…

Here’s the reason why glossy nails are so hard to photograph

By Katie Barnes | 19 August 2024

When we complete a set of nails, we have two different finishes: matte or glossy. You may have noticed that glossy is far more difficult to photograph. When light from an object is reflected by a surface, it changes direction. It bounces off the surface at the same angle as it hits it. Smooth, shiny…

BABTAC launches 34-strong Beauty Collective to elevate industry standards

By Rebecca Hitchon | 19 August 2024

The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) has established the Beauty Collective: a group of industry experts who will share their knowledge with the sector and consumers. Designed to help better educate the beauty industry and elevate sector standards, the Collective is led by BABTAC CEO, Lesley Blair MBE. Its focus is on…

WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap August 2024

By Rebecca Hitchon | 19 August 2024

The winner of Scratch’s monthly nail art challenge for August has been announced as Benita Bimsaite. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs to fit theme, Carnival Claws, in the bid to win a prize from Keysie. Entries were judged by Keysie business development manager, Sarah Thomson, and Scratch senior news & features writer, Rebecca Hitchon. The…

Celebrate carnival with the 44 nail designs entered into August’s Scratch Snap comp

By Rebecca Hitchon | 19 August 2024

13 pretty pedicure designs to inspire spring nail looks

Sandal season is almost upon us, so take inspiration from…

Unicorn Enchanted Forest: North America’s Star Nail Artist – Challenge 6 Entries

The top 10 North America’s Star Nail Artist contestants pulled…

Taurus birthday nails: 20 nail art ideas for the zodiac sign

Taurus season is upon us, lasting from April 19 to May 20, and what better way to celebrate the second…

How to nail the French tip pedicure

Katie Clark, award-winning nail tech & founder of Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education, answers questions about perfecting the French…

30 egg-cellent Easter nail art ideas to try in 2025

Egg-cel at Easter nail artistry and crack clients’ requests with Scratch‘s roundup of super sweet manicure inspiration…

Hull home nail salon owner: How I prioritise the mental health of clients

Lucy Allman, owner of The Nail Shed, shares about the supportive ethos of her East Yorkshire garden salon… In 2021,…

NAIL ART INSPO

Stained glass nail trend: 35 mesmerising manicures for nail art challenge

15 nail art design ideas for St. George’s Day

13 pretty pedicure designs to inspire spring nail looks

Master a Taurus nail art design in 5 steps

Unicorn Enchanted Forest: North America’s Star Nail Artist – Challenge 6 Entries

Taurus birthday nails: 20 nail art ideas for the zodiac sign

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EVENTS

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

New to gel polish or need a refresher? Want to upgrade your skills and learn with OPI’s newest gel innovation? Our Intelli-gel system offers time saving technology to enhance your treatment offering. Includes theory knowledge, prep, application, removal. Locations nationwide. You need to hold a qualification in manicure to attend this class.Please arrive with bare nails so you can experience the gel for yourself.Accredited by ABT You must hold a…

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

TBP Beauty Educators E-Summit

By Scratch Staff | 2 February 2025

Not only are you sharing your expertise and knowledge but you also inspire and empower the next generation of professionals. Beauty educators take on great responsibility requiring dedication, expertise, and commitment. As an educator it is key to keep up to date with industry trends and insights. This can be really easy to do as a service provider but as an educator there is very little CPD targeted towards improving…

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

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TBP Beauty Summer Soireé

By Scratch Staff | 2 February 2025

Step outside with the Trusted Beauty Professionals community this summer! This summer, The TBP Community are heading outdoors for an exclusive Summer Soirée designed for Beauty Professionals. We’re hosting a small, relaxed networking event for professionals across the beauty industry. Whether you’re a beauty educator, service provider, or work alongside beauty brands, this is your opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow with like-minded individuals. Join us, in Fulham on Monday…

OPI Intelli – gel – Huddersfield – West Yorkshire

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

OPI Intelli-gel – Southport – Merseyside

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

OPI Intelli-gel – Canterbury – Kent

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

OPI Intelli-gel – London

By Scratch Staff | 30 January 2025

New to gel polish or need a refresher? Want to upgrade your skills and learn with OPI’s newest gel innovation? Our Intelli-gel system offers time saving technology to enhance your treatment offering. Includes theory knowledge, prep, application, removal. Locations nationwide. You need to hold a qualification in manicure to attend this class. Please arrive with bare nails so you can experience the gel for yourself. Accredited by ABT You must…