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12-month printed subscription to Scratch magazine delivered monthly. Includes delivery.
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A printed subscription of Scratch magazine delivered monthly. Includes delivery.
Student subscription - £22.00 or monthly direct debit of £1.83
12-month printed subscription to Scratch magazine for nail students in the UK only.
Note: You will be asked to upload a copy of your student ID. Once approved, you'll receive a link to make payment and can choose to pay in full or via direct debit.
Single Issues
Purchase single issues/back copies of Scratch here: ideal if you aren't ready to commit to a subscription (or simply want five copies of the magazine with your nails featured!)
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Scratch Single Issue – January 2025
Key features:
- Everything you need to know before taking the leap into self-employment.
- Pantone Colour of the Year 2025: nail shades & styles in Mocha Mousse.
- Get to grips with E-files and bits.
- A focus on Scottish brands & success stories in honour of Burns Night.
- + NEW columnists, step-by-steps & so much more!
Scratch Single Issue – December 2024
Key features:
- Christmas nail art inspiration & product pics.
- 2024 nail industry highlights.
- Nail Safari: Join Scratch on a five-day education adventure.
- Introverted nail techs share their experiences.
- Nailympia London 2024: The results (Part 2)
Scratch Single Issue – November 2024
Key features:
- Christmas retail items & top tips to pull in profit this festive season
- Trans techs share their industry experiences & nail work
- Fashion Week forecasts: nail trends to note for SS25
- Breaking the stigma: Why male manicures are booming
- Nailympia London 2024: The results (Part 1)
Scratch Single Issue – October 2024
Key features:
- An insight into what the ban of TPO means for nail products
- A roundup of Halloween nail inspiration & salon accessories
- Advice for home salon owners to achieve a healthy work-life balance
- An exploration of the L&P acrylic system – from salon style to extreme creations
- A guide to creating engaging TikTok content
- How to accommodate menopause in the nail space
Scratch Single Issue – September 2024
Key features:
- Autumn/winter 2024 nail trends to note
- Top tips for overcoming imposter syndrome
- How to accommodate neurodiverse clients & employees in the nail space
- Snaps from The Scratch Stars Party 2024
- A guide to creating engaging user-generated content for social media
- Workplace hygiene & safety pointers
Scratch Single Issue – August 2024
Key features:
- Scratch Stars Awards winners 2024
- Builder gel benefits & application tips
- A focus on Fantasy, 3D & extreme nails
- How to make your booking system inclusive
- Colour psychology: how to manifest via manicures
- Treatment plans for nail biters & pickers
Scratch Single Issue – July 2024
Key features:
- Gel polish design ideas & product picks for summer
- How to upgrade your nail services
- Tools to aid accessibility as a pro or client
- Meet the Scratch Stars Awards business judges
- A look at the Love Is? project, which combines nail art designs with stories of love
- Nailing your finances: an expert guide
Scratch Single Issue – June 2024
Key features:
- How to nurture the natural nail: an A-Z guide.
- Striking football-themed nail designs for Euro 2024.
- How to spot greenwashing in beauty product marketing.
- Tipping and gratuities in the salon space.
- Behind-the-scenes at the Scratch Stars judging day.
Scratch Single Issue – May 2024
Key features:
- A celebration of Nailympia London‘s 20th anniversary
- Footcare tips, trends & treats
- How apprenticeships can benefit your business
- Top tools to organise & streamline your admin tasks
- Meet the Scratch Stars Awards 2024 finalists
Scratch Single Issue – April 2024
Key features:
- Bridal nail trends
- A celebration of CND’s 45th anniversary
- All about National Nail Tech Price Increase Day
- Nail competition tips and advice
- Messaging through manicures
- Raynaud’s Syndrome & how it affects techs
Scratch Single Issue – March 2024
Key features:
- Spring/summer 2024 nail trends
- Meet our guest editor: Gelish CEO & founder, Danny Haile
- What it takes to be a nail influencer
- Easter nail art inspo
- How to nail a job interview & trade test
- Know your rights: chronic health conditions & disabilities
- Branding notes for your business
Scratch Single Issue – February 2024
Key features:
- Valentine’s Day nail inspo & gifting options
- Scratch Stars Awards 2024: How to enter
- Chinese New Year nail art designs
- How to choose the right gel to suit your client
- Using & navigating online nail communities
- Ombré nail styling: How to boss the look
- A guide to recruiting nail staff