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30 autumnal designs for short nails

By Jess Watts | 2 November 2025

Though a smaller canvas, short nails do not restrict the opportunity for seasonal nail art, and the length boasts a chic aesthetic. Here are 30 petite polish ideas to fall…

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Celebrity-approved Halloween nail ideas for spooky season

By Jess Watts | 31 October 2025

Featured image courtesy of Instagram.com/nailsbyzola Watching famous faces lean into spooky season is one of our favourite hobbies, and many celebs take a ‘no holes barred’ approach to Halloween nails.…

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…

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The Scratch Stars Awards is a prestigious annual event that celebrates excellence, innovation and creativity within the UK&I nail sector. Launched in 2012,…