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t’s a time of celebration here at
Scratch
. Following the announcement of Jessica Vero as the
North America’s Star Nail Artist
(NASNA) Season 2 champion, her breathtaking artistry – featured on The Blonds models at the
Beauty Changes Lives Gala
in May – adorns this month’s front cover. The Canadian pro expertly crafted nail masterpieces to briefs over six months, demonstrating skill, consistency and passion.
As well as a monetary prize, Jessica has earned the title of Scratch columnist – and will kickstart her print column from next month, following her winner interview on page 16. That means that this issue marks NASNA Season 1 champion, Anastasia Totty’s final Star Quality spread, which you can read from page 86. I, along with the rest of the Scratch team, would like to thank Anastasia for sharing her valuable industry insights and tips over the past year.
As I write, the team is finalising details for The Scratch Stars Party on 5 July, at which the winners of the Scratch Stars Awards 2026 will be announced. If you’re unable to attend the event, keep an eye on our social media platforms on the night for the winner reveals. A new class of champions are set to join the awards’ community, so expect inspiring technical and artistic step-by-steps from them in future Styling with the Stars features. This month, Scratch Stars Ultimate Polish & Paint Artist, Danielle Brindley, has served up a masterclass in chrome floral nails on page 50.
Also in this issue, learn about Shanghai’s innovative Global Nail Art Museum, gain an insight into the science behind gel polish and brush up on your nail service safety and hygiene knowledge. As always, Scratch is dedicated to bringing you the latest nail industry news, style inspiration and expert advice to help you succeed.
Rebecca Hitchon Editor
rebecca.hitchon@scratchmagazine.co.uk
@becca.scratchmagazine
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COVER CREDITS
Nail artist: Jessica Vero for the Jan Arnold x Beauty Changes Lives x The Blonds collaboration.
@jessveronails
Creative direction: Tamara Di Lullo
@tamaradilullo
Model: Vlada, represented by Modern Muse Models
@modernmusemodels
Photographer: Chad Husar, Studio This Is Photography
@studiothisisphotography www.studiothisis.com
Read our interview with Jessica Vero and learn about the creative process behind these nails from page 16.