Katie Ru

#TRENDINGTUESDAY Katie Ru, Katie Ru Nail Design

By Sophie Nutt | 23 July 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Katie Ru, of Katie Ru Nail Design, reveals fun 90s trends are proving popular with her clients. “Lately I’ve been feeling like the 90s are having a huge comeback at my nail desk. My clients are loving all the…

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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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Ssas19 Winners Revealed

WINNERS ANNOUNCED: The Scratch Stars Awards 2019

By Helena Biggs | 21 July 2019

The winners of the prestigious Scratch Stars Awards 2019 were revealed at a glittering ceremony in London on Sunday 21 July. Over 350 guests gathered at Proud, Embankment, to enjoy a fun-filled evening hosted by Rylan Clark-Neal, with performances from R&B boy band, Damage and an incredible acrobat. The evening…

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Untitled Design

A #QuickChipFix with Treatwell

By Scratch Staff | 18 July 2019

Yesterday, I made my way to the highly quirky and graffiti-filled streets of Shoreditch for an innovative pop-up event hosted by Treatwell, promoting how easy it is to fix a nail chip with their beauty booking app. The event was solely based on the quick-witted twist on words of chips,…

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Untitled Design

Add a fruity finish to manicures with Crystal Nails Mojito Cream

By Sophie Nutt | 18 July 2019

Finish nail treatments with this fruity Mojito Cream from Crystal Nails UK. Ideal for the summer months and pre-holiday manicures, ensure clients are in the mood with the scented body lotion boasting the fragrance of a mojito. As well as emitting a lime-mint fragrance, the Mojito Cream contains an array…

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Damage

R&B group Damage to perform at the Scratch Stars Party 2019

By Helena Biggs | 17 July 2019

British R&B boy band, Damage, will be performing at the Scratch Stars Party 2019. The event, which takes place in London on Sunday 21 July, recognises incredible talent in the UK nail sector – while offering guests the opportunity to network, let their hair down and enjoy a big summer…

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Cnd™ 40th Anniversary

Celebrate CND™’s 40th anniversary with exclusive releases

By Scratch Staff | 16 July 2019

Celebrate CND™’s 40th anniversary in style with a host of ruby-inspired goodies – all available via Sweet Squared. Create inspired designs with the CND Shellac™40th Anniversary Pro Kit. The pack sees CND Shellac™ in Wildfire, Base Coat, Duraforce Top Coat and a 40-pack of Swarovski Ruby Crystals.  It also includes a…

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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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Orly Euphoria

Orly mixes brights with pastels in Euphoria nail colour collection

By Helena Biggs | 15 July 2019

Opposites attract in Orly’s Euphoria nail colour collection, which represents the sudden and colourful variations that the summer season brings. The six hues are available in both nail lacquer and Gel FX formulas, depending on desired wear time. A display (pictured) comes with three of each lacquer shade, while six-piece…

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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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Shoot Out Ivana Prokic

The Great Scratch Shoot Out: Hear from Ivana Prokic

By Kat Hill | 15 July 2019

Last year, Ivana Prokic’s scooped first place with her striking image. The shoot was a collaboration with Ilona van Barschot Teunissen, of Ilona Teunissen Fotografie, and saw a winning combination. “Winning still feels like a dream,” smiles Ivana. “It’s fantastic, overwhelming, unreal and I feel so happy. I’m so proud…

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Suzanne Edge Nails

#TRENDING TUESDAY Suzanne Edge, Sparkle Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 23 January 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Suzanne Edge, of Sparkle Beauty, revealed that this contrasting baby boomer and encapsulated glitter design has taken her clients’ fancy recently. “I feel that this particular design has been popular as a lot of my clients like an elegant…

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Fake Bake Christmas Gift Set

FAKE BAKE gifts a winter tan

By Sophie Nutt | 15 December 2017

Fake Bake has revealed a collection of gift sets just in time for Christmas. Give the gift of a sun-kissed glow by retailing Fake Bake’s Christmas range, consisting of four sets designed to suit every skin tone, budget, occasion and desired finish. The range includes a choice of a Fake Bake…

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Akzentz Lace

ENCOURAGE ELEGANCE with Akzentz Lace Collection

By Sophie Nutt | 14 December 2017

Add a touch of elegance to clients nails this party season with the Akzentz Gel Play Lace Collection. The gels can be worn alone or layered over another gel shade, adding a sophisticated edge to any nail look. Available in black, white and pink, create an endless variety of colour…

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Iz Hand Treatment Collection

SOOTHE & CARE with iZ Pro hand treatment products

By Sophie Nutt | 8 December 2017

Give hands some TLC with the iZ Professional Hand Treatment Collection that aims to soothe tired and dry hands, leaving them feeling soft and smelling sweet. The collection sees a Tea Tree Hand Wash designed to use as a pre-treatment, although gentle enough to be used as a regular hand…

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