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Nail NATION news & viewsUK Government commits £725 million to apprenticeships The

Rooted in RITUALAs the call to reconnect with nature & embrace self-care grows stronger, the UK & Ireland salon sector can rejoice at the return of SPARITUAL®

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

CUPID coutureQuiz your clients to find their perfect mani match & indulge in lust-worthy art inspo, expert tips & product picks

10 STEPS TO flawless feetIndustry pros share advice for every step of the pedicure process

CAT’S clawsTHE POWER OF COMPETING How the Scratch Stars Awards can transform a nail pro’s career

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BEHIND THE GRAMGet to know social media nail stars as they offer an insight into their lives & share content creation tips

Mixed Media MasteryTake nail skills to a new level by exploring surface art, 3D embellishments & sculpture. ALEX FOX shares notes from nail stylists to support

STAR QualityWhy skill alone isn’t enough to be a top nail tech

Anastasia Totty FUN FACTSFavourite nail style: A traditional or gothic almond

Digital dominationScratch Stars Online Educator of the Year 2025, MELANIE LEWENDON , shares her rise to success, lessons learned & how online education is changing the nail industry

Rich REWARDSWHY YOUR SALON IS BUSY BUT NOT MAKING MONEY

Helping HANDSDiscover how a mentor could transform your nail business, as REBECCA HITCHON quizzes coaches on their offerings

Styling with THE STARSLet your skills sparkle with technical & artistic step-by-steps from Scratch Stars Awards champions

The Social SceneZOYA MAC shares social media advice & pointers

GALLERYHome studio owner & Halo VIP, ASHLEE DREW

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

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Breaking Down BarriersALEXANDRA TAVERNER Beauty educator, business coach, founder of

NAILYMPIA COMPETITIONS NEWSA spotlight on Deborah Cocco, European Cup & Global Cup champion 2025

FOOT notesAward-winning pedicurist & advanced footcare practitioner, DENISE SPRAGG , shares insights to elevate your treatments

NAIL Clippings#NOWTRENDING Clients have been combatting the winter blues

Fingernails in FocusCanadian natural nail specialist, Jadyn of @_thejadeaesthetic, is