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Halloween decoration ideas for bootifully bewitching beauty salons

By Jess Watts | 30 October 2025

We’ve sourced salon setups that have been spiced up for Halloween, turning them into witchy workshops where cobwebs meet cuticles. Whether aiming for ghoulish glam or a more sinister style,…

Blonde tortoiseshell nails: 22 blonde twists on tortie print

By Scratch Staff | 30 October 2025

A lighter twist on tortoiseshell nails, blonde tortie nail styles swap out traditional warm brown hues for a milky base, paired with dark speckled details. Check out our roundup of…

Nail tech communities: 4 online groups for networking & growth

By Scratch Staff | 30 October 2025

Are you seeking support from fellow nail techs? Do you want easy access to creative and business inspiration? Do you have questions but don’t know who to ask? The answer…

40 fang-tastic French tip nail ideas for Halloween

By Scratch Staff | 30 October 2025

Mix up the classic French manicure by adding spook-tacular Halloween twists! Check out our roundup of freakishly good French tip nails for spooky season below…

Townhouse nail salon brand expands with gel & nail polish products

By Jess Watts | 29 October 2025

Townhouse, the multi Scratch Stars Award-winning luxury nail salon brand, has unveiled The Flawless Collection. Featuring Townhouse Flawless Gel and Flawless Polish, the collection signals a new era for the…

Nail techs with psoriasis reveal what life is like with the skin condition

By Rebecca Hitchon | 29 October 2025

Psoriasis is a ‘condition that causes dry, scaly and sometimes itchy or sore patches on the skin,’ according to the NHS. Here, two nail techs share their experiences with psoriasis……

Noteworthy November dates for your nail & beauty business

By Jess Watts | 29 October 2025

Prepare your business for the month of November with our roundup of dates to note… All month: Movember – Men’s Health Awareness Month A global movement that raises awareness and…

30 minimalist Halloween nail designs for a subtle spooky season

By Jess Watts | 28 October 2025

Minimalist nail art is trending, and for those looking to subtly spook up their nail sets, the desire for delicate designs could not have come at a better time! Social…

The success story of Belinda Price: award-winning nail educator, salon owner & industry advocate

By Alex Fox | 27 October 2025

Scratch reflects on the award-winning work of esteemed educator & business owner, Belinda Price… With a career spanning more than three decades, Belinda Price stands as a true pillar of…

From student to success: how mentorship shapes nail industry talent

By Jess Watts | 27 October 2025

Lead image: nails courtesy of Instagram.com/beautybyalafair_ Alafair Shove of @beautybyalafair_ is a 19-year-old self-employed pro who has been blossoming in the nail industry for three years. She shares the secrets…

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Scratch Snap nail art competition

Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…

International Nail Tech Day

A global celebration of the skill and creativity that nail techs bring to their clients, businesses and the industry every…