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THE HOT ListScratch scours the industry for the latest nail & beauty products to captivate clients & lend a helping hand to your services

THE SCRATCH scoopThe Scratch team offers an insight into its antics & unveils events & treatment news across the nail & beauty realms

Locked-in colourOPI has upgraded its Infinite Shine formula: presenting 70 shades that offer gel-like shine & durable wear with easy removal. CALLIE ILEY finds out more…

Nailympia COMPETITIONS NEWSImmerse in competition highlights, interviews & points to note from the Nailympia realm, with its global director, ALEX FOX

FORD’S ThoughtsWhat to look for in an educator or training provider

SCRATCH PADSPassion breeds perfection

Formulas for SuccessExplore the training opportunities via Light Elegance University with the brand’s global education director, ELAINE WATSON

READERS GALLERYCharacter nail art & colourful creations are shared by Worcestershire’s BETH BUCKLEY, who offers insight into her ambitions

Power & Polish with O.P.IElevate your business & embrace new techniques with advice from the Scratch Stars award-winning OPI team

Through the KeyholeTake a peek inside salon setups across the UK&I as Scratch unlocks each door

Love & Sparkles with Katy P nail artistThe World’s Star Nail Artist 2023 shares tips, techniques & insights into her soaring career

Premiere Orlando PowerConsider a trip to The Sunshine State this June to immerse in education offerings, shopping experiences & special events tailored to the beauty trade

NOTES FROM NergishInternational business guru & trainer, NERGISH WADIA-AUSTIN, shares a checklist to support the recruitment process of nail pros to your business

Styling with SylvieLondon-based session tech, SYLVIE MACMILLAN, shares an insight into her career, British Beauty Council role, passions & dreams

NAIL ClippingsCALLIE ILEY uncovers the hottest nail topics & tales across the ‘net, TV & social media & gets the scoop on celebrity beauty must-haves

Fingernails in FocusApril marks National Pet Month, so pet owners show love for their furry friends with pawtraits on nails, perfected by pros

CELEBRATING 45 years of CNDAs CND™ proudly celebrates 45 years of industry innovation, ALEX FOX reflects on how the brand has shaped the nail fashion & styling landscape

NAILTALES IMMERSIVENail art & the work of 11 techs has been celebrated in an innovative exhibition in New York City. ALEX FOX explores the vision, accompanying book & talent behind the works

FASHION WEEKREBECCA HITCHON REPORTS

PRICE POOLDo you feel overworked & underpaid? AMY GUY, founder of The Nail Tech Org, shares how a price-raising initiative will send clients a resounding message about the value of your skills

Here comes the brideCALLIE ILEY unveils consultation insights & trending nail designs to help clients find the perfect match for their big day

BLING IT ONGive 3D elements & embellishments serious staying power with adhesion & application advice from nail stylists

Raynaud’s & meThree nail pros share their experiences of Raynaud’s & its effect on their fingers, toes & working lives

The Pull & Pulse of NAIL COMPETITIONSALEX FOX dives into the exhilarating world of nail competitions, where creativity knows no bounds, talent shines bright & opportunities are presented

Meaningful ManicuresREBECCA HITCHON investigates how nail looks are being used to promote movements & send messages