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Square nails: 16 stylish ways to decorate the popular nail shape

By Lilly Delmage | 12 May 2025

The square nail shape is an ever popular favourite for nail enthusiasts, combining style with practicability. Boasting sharp and sleek edges, the nail shape offers a structured appearance. Suitable for…

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The dos & don’ts of speaking to a salon employee with mental health considerations

By Rebecca Hitchon | 12 May 2025

As a business owner, do you know how to speak to an employee who is struggling with their mental health, giving them the support they need? We’ve sourced expert advice…

Burnt out to booked up: how funding changed my life & can benefit your nail business

By Guest Writer | 11 May 2025

Sarah Abel, funded growth strategist & founder of TNB Skills Training, shares how funding helped her find success – and can do the same for you… Fifteen years ago, I…

Nailympia China 2025: THE RESULTS

By Helena Biggs | 10 May 2025

The first Nailympia China competition was hosted in Shanghai 8-9 May, and welcomed 115 competitors across 15 categories. Hosted by nail brand, Muzer, the arena was a stunning setting for…

Beyond The Brush: The nail tech community built on relationships, support & honesty

By Lilly Delmage | 10 May 2025

Gel nail educator & artist, Gemma Siverns, speaks to Scratch about her online community, Beyond The Brush (BTB) – a supportive, educational space she created for nail professionals. With over…

Mindful Moments Month: Businesses unite to raise money for York women’s charity

By Lilly Delmage | 9 May 2025

Owner of Blossom Tree Social, Sarah Hartley, is encouraging businesses to get involved with Mindful Moments Month to help raise funds for Kyra, a charity that supports women in making…

Suffolk nail artist: ‘My salon isn’t just about treatments – it’s a whole experience’

By Lilly Delmage | 8 May 2025

Allie Eve, owner of The Nail Matrix, opens the doors of her bohemian sanctuary salon, unveiling a space to ‘spark creativity and escapism’. “The Nail Matrix is all about stepping…

Set sail with these 25 nautical nail designs: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Lilly Delmage | 8 May 2025

Check out entries to the 7 May 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Nautical nails. Each nail…

Nail tech’s maternal mental health struggles: ‘Talking & finding support saved my life’

By Guest Writer | 7 May 2025

New Mexico tech, Amberley Robinson, aka The Nail Tattooist, opens up about her maternal mental health experiences… When my first child was six months old, I juggled roles as a…

5 ways to support deaf clients in the nail salon

By Scratch Staff | 6 May 2025

It is estimated that one in three people in the UK have hearing loss, highlighting the importance of making your nail space as comfortable and inclusive as possible for deaf…

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Scratch Stars Awards: Entry open

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