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Beauty industry expert makes best-sellers list with Shine book launch

By Scratch Staff | 31 May 2025

Joan Scott, CEO of Habia, skills consultant & beauty and spa expert, has made the best-sellers list with the launch of book, Shine. Joan Scott has edited Shine: a ‘must-read guide…

Techs paint fairytale nail art for Scratch Snap comp: winner announced

By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 May 2025

The winner of Scratch’s monthly salon-style nail art contest for May has been announced as Brigitta Fajt. In a showcase of talent, techs created nail designs inspired by theme, Fairytale Figures, in…

How to accommodate nail clients with multiple sclerosis (MS)

By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 May 2025

Nail techs share advice for catering to clients with multiple sclerosis (MS)… What is MS? On its website, the NHS states: “Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that can affect…

Social media nail expert: batch creating content is the best decision I’ve made

By Hannah Beth Clayton | 29 May 2025

Scratch Stars Social Media Star of the Year finalist 2024 and 2025, Hannah Clayton, shares how batch creating content has changed her life… Social media is a job in itself.…

Fruit nails are trending: Here’s 35 fun nail art ideas for summer 2025

By Scratch Staff | 29 May 2025

Fruits are a long-standing muse for nail art inspiration, with grapefruit, blueberry, strawberry, kiwi and lemon designs especially popular during the summer months. Whether hand-painted, sculpted or stamped, let your…

OPI announces updates to its UK brand team

By Rebecca Hitchon | 29 May 2025

Global nail brand, OPI, has unveiled the three members of its restructured UK brand team. Jess Gregory has been appointed OPI’s associate brand director. In this role, she oversees and…

Leicester nail tech: My maternal mental health struggles led me to the beauty industry

By Guest Writer | 28 May 2025

Nail artist & educator, Mika John of Contours by Mika, shares how poor mental health has impacted her life, and the positive impact of tekking… I first realised I was…

Important June dates for your nail & beauty business

By Rebecca Hitchon | 27 May 2025

Get your business prepared for the month of June, with our roundup of dates to note… 1st-30th: Pride Month An event dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ voices, contributions and the progression…

Pret A Manger partners with Shoreditch Nails to offer iced drink-inspired nail art

By Lilly Delmage | 27 May 2025

Pret A Manger has teamed up with Shoreditch Nails to offer manicures that match customers’ summer iced drinks of choice. Founder of Shoreditch Nails, Tina Michael, reveals: “We hosted a…

Lilac nails: 17 ways to wear the trending colour

By Scratch Staff | 26 May 2025

The muted purple hue has taken over the nail scene for spring/summer 2025. Check out how to incorporate the shade in our roundup of lilac nails below…

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