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Swap out traditional shades of red and green for something softer this season… Soft pink and blush tones are redefining festive beauty with a fresh twist that feels modern, chic…
The winner of the Scratch Snap nail art contest for December is Ryan Hobbs of @rocksta_ry. In a showcase of talent, UK&I techs created salon-style nail designs inspired by theme, Black Tie Sparkle, in…
Check out entries to the 17 December 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: White Christmas. Each nail…
British startup brand, Curated Beauty London – creator of skincare, haircare and wellness essentials for midlife women – has collaborated with Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa, with its products appearing…
Whether you’re going out or staying in for New Year’s Eve, bring the celebrations to nails! Check out our roundup of party nail designs to mark the occasion…
Add some festive fun to French tips for a seasonal twist on the classic nail style. Check out our roundup of Christmas French manicures to inspire below…
The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) won the Business Hero Award at the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) Hero Awards, held on 2 December in the House of Lords.…
Social media platform, Pinterest, has unveiled its 2026 trend predictions via annual report, Pinterest Predicts. Here are the top 10 trends for nail lovers to note… 1. Gimme Gummy With…
Hailed as the ‘new neutral’, silver nails are everywhere, with Google reporting a breakout increase in searches over the past few months. Wondering how to wear the hue this festive…
Christmas for nail techs means one thing… glitter! Whether clients opt for minimalist shimmer or full-on festive sparkle, one thing is guaranteed: nail techs will be finding glitter in their…
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Train in Builder Gel with Celebrity Manicurist and our founder, Jenni Draper Take your skills to the next level with…
The Scratch Stars Awards is a prestigious annual event that celebrates excellence, innovation and creativity within the UK&I nail sector. Launched in 2012,…