NAIL ART INSPO

35 minimalist nail designs for Valentine’s Day

By Scratch Staff | 11 February 2026

Minimalist Valentine’s manicures offer a love-ly, subtle touch for the season of love! Why not opt for pops of colour…

Spot on leopard print nail art: step-by-step guide

By Guest Writer | 8 February 2026

Karyna Kyliushyk is a Ukrainian nail artist who won a gold medal in the Joy of Nails category, division 2…

Nail Valentine’s Day with these love-ly mix & match nails

By Scratch Staff | 6 February 2026

Why settle for just one nail design when you can mix things up with multiple? Mix and match nails are…

50 chrome Valentine’s nail art ideas you’ll love

By Scratch Staff | 31 January 2026

From glazed donut finishes to striking metallic details, chrome nails aren’t going anywhere – and especially not for Valentine’s Day.…

45 Valentine’s French manicures you’ll fall in love with

By Scratch Staff | 29 January 2026

Add a romantic twist to classic French tips with love-ly hues and plenty of hearts for Valentine’s Day. Check out…

Valentine’s love letter nails: stamp step-by-step

By Guest Writer | 28 January 2026

Chic, utterly charming and perfect for Valentine’s Day, this stamped nail look by Mii Cosmetics pro ambassador, Hayley McColm of…

20 Aquarius nail art ideas with an air-sign aesthetic

By Scratch Staff | 26 January 2026

20 January to 18 February marks Aquarius season. The 11th sign of the zodiac, Aquarians are known for their stellar…

35 anti-Valentine’s nail ideas for those not feeling the love

By Scratch Staff | 25 January 2026

While February marks the season of love, not everyone likes gushy gifts and cute cards. However, that doesn’t mean nail…

26 Scottish-themed nail designs for Burns Night

By Scratch Staff | 21 January 2026

Burns Night takes place annually on 25 January and is a celebration of the life and work of Scottish poet…

STEP-BY-STEP VIDEOS

Cat eye bow nail art

Educator, Sarah Thompson, showcases how to create a stunning festive bow nail design using the Roxi Cat Eye collection and NSI Tech-Gels, available via www.nsinails.co.uk

Nail art demo: St. Patrick’s Day design in 10 minutes

Natural nail and nail art specialist, Annie Kilalea, shares how to create a St. Patrick’s Day nail design.

Valentine’s nail demo using OPI: carved out heart art

Watch OPI Nail Boss & award-winning tech, Emma Brock, share how she created the illusion of carved out hearts on nails in this Valentine’s Day demo using OPI GelColor shades.…

Halo Stained Glass collection demo & tour of Pure Nails’ training centre

Watch Halo VIP, Michaela Phillips, demo the Halo Stained Glass gel polish collection and give a tour of Pure Nails‘ training rooms at Enhance Nail & Beauty Emporium.

NAIL ART DEMO: using Light Elegance’s spring 2024 Happy Vibes collection

Watch Light Elegance UK head of education, Jojo Wickens, demo two salon-friendly spring nail looks: a tie dye pattern with daisies and a sparkly ombré with swirls, using the brand’s…

Product demo: INK London’s Fusion Gel

Award-winning INK London educator, Agnes Dullo, shares the benefits of Fusion Gel & offers an application demo for pros. Shop Fusion Gel via www.inknails.com

DEMO: On-trend Valentine’s nail styling

Halo VIP, Michaela Phillips of Kent home salon, Gelalicious, shares how to create two gorgeous chrome designs for Valentine’s Day. Halo products are available via www.purenails.co.uk

NAIL ART DEMO: Gelish’s Change of Pace collection

Scratch’s Chloe chats to Gelish educator, Catherine Jimenez about the Change of Pace collection and showcases a nail art demo! Purchase the shades used via www.gelishmorgantaylor.co.uk

Demo: The Lyco’Pedi 7-step pedicure system from Lycon UK

Join BTI’s Catherine Bond and beauty therapist, Laura Kate Grodon, to learn all about the Lyco’Pedi 7-step system to revitalise & refresh feet. PSST! Save 20% on products with code…