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How to capitalise on Valentine’s & Galentine’s Day in the nail salon

By Guest Writer | 15 January 2026

Experts shares tips for effectively promoting your nail offerings this Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day… Sara Pinto, Andreia Professional nail product director, says… “The lead-up to 14 February presents an opportunity…

Inside the Taunton beauty salon opening its doors to a new era

By Jess Watts | 14 January 2026

Sorella Collective – a beauty salon nestled within Taunton’s Independent Quarter – is the culmination of years of experience, love and skill. Founders, Charlotte Murphy and Catherine Bunning, detail how…

5 ways to wear Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2026 on nails

By Jess Watts | 14 January 2026

Global colour authority, Pantone, has revealed its hotly anticipated Colour of the Year for 2026, and it might surprise you… Cloud Dancer is set to be 2026’s star shade, with…

SalonIQ expands internationally with UAE nail brand partnership

By Jess Watts | 14 January 2026

SalonIQ – a salon software provider created by salon professionals – has expanded internationally via new collaborations, including with a UAE-based nail polish and accessories brand. SalonIQ offers a range…

Self Assessment guide: HMRC advice for self-employed & sole traders

By Guest Writer | 13 January 2026

Ahead of the Self Assessment deadline of 31 January, HMRC deputy director for Self Assessment, Jashoda Pindoria MBE, answers frequently asked questions… Whether you’re a new business owner, have invested…

Bangle nails: what is the nail trend & how is it achieved?

By Jess Watts | 13 January 2026

Pinterest Predicts 2026 stated that we should ‘expect rubberised nail art and 3D jewellery’ to become a huge trend this year – and we are off to a flying start…

10 chic celebrity nail looks from the Golden Globes 2026

By Jess Watts | 12 January 2026

Lead image courtesy of Instagram.com/byjuanalvear & Instagram.com/chuenails The 83rd annual Golden Globes took place on 11 January in Beverly Hills, California. The event welcomed a wide range of celebrities, celebrating…

Experts share how nail techs can prioritise mental & emotional wellbeing

By Jess Watts | 11 January 2026

Scratch turned to industry experts to curate a selection of practical tips and products to promote mental and emotional workplace wellbeing. Mental and emotional wellbeing are imperative for long-term career…

How to stop nail biting & picking: experts share treatment plans

By Rebecca Hitchon | 10 January 2026

Natural nail specialists share tips for nail biting and picking clients… Why do people bite and pick at their nails and skin? “Nail biting, also known as onychophagia, and skin…

60 blue nail art designs that are blue-tifully chic

By Scratch Staff | 10 January 2026

Feeling blue? Turn that frown upside down with this gallery of blue nail art ideas. Effortlessly stylish, blue nails suit all designs and shapes – and the hue is trending…

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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…