Scratch MagazineHappy New Year! Let’s not dwell on resolutions,

Nail NationNews & views

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 & products from the nail & beauty realms

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

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

STRIKEAPOSEPreston-based nail & beauty pro, KIRSTY MCDONOUGH, shares an insight into her industry award wins & passion for competing

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

STEP-BY-STEP: 3D flowersKIT LIST • Kirsty Meakin Acrygel in Pink

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

Join the GelJunkie RevolutionSupport natural nail growth & create standout enhancements with GelJunkie, a gel polish range with a focused founder & carefully curated colour selection

READERS GALLERYHorncastle-based nail tech, CHARMAINE CURRIE, unveils her passion for cartoon art & career aspirations

NOTES FROM NergishEsteemed beauty business consultant & trainer, NERGISH WADIA-AUSTIN, shares 5 top tips to entice nail clients to the salon

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

TECH FOR TechsREBECCA HITCHON gets the scoop on high-tech launches, decodes hot topics & sources tech-savvy tips for your business

FORD’S ThoughtsNail trends & tales across the globe

SCRATCH PADSStandout urban style

NAIL Clippings#NOWTRENDING Delicate and dainty starburst nail art has

Fingernails in FocusTranslate tattoo styles into nail art designs with inspo from fellow pros

In their ElementThe creative chemistry between nail pros, Jojo Wickens & Leila Monroy, has sparked a stunning series of snaps – including this month’s cover image. HELENA BIGGS discovers more about the photo shoot

5 TRENDS TO NOTE FOR 2024Scratch explores trends set to dominate this year & how to incorporate them into your business

Prepare for ProgressA new year offers an opportunity to pursue goals & focus on reaching potential. CHLOE RANDALL explores ways to boost your profile & strive for success

How to nail the FrenchExplore top tips & product picks to master classic & alternative French looks using five nail systems

NAIL NurtureScratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year 2023, LUCY PRICE-MARSHALL, shares common nail concerns & advice to improve their condition

Temperature TALKFeeling the chill? CALLIE ILEY explores the impact that temperature has on nail products & serves up practical points to note

TALONS & TAILSJoin team Scratch behind-the-scenes at Shepreth Wildlife Park for Nail Safari: a five-day event combining nail education & animal magic

Polishing up on SELF-CAREScratch explores the importance of self-care & 10

10 ways to practice self-care1 Take regular breaks Schedule breaks during your

WHAT’S IN A name?Explore how your business, treatment & product names

CAUSE FOR CELEBRATIONIs your business meeting a milestone? CALLIE ILEY