Eds LetterWe often speak about the importance of knowing

Nail NATIONMcConnell Labs rebrands & appoints nail authority as

Cover StoryMaster nail artist & educator, Eve Tran, shares the powerful meaning behind her Nailympia 2027 campaign imagery – which features on this month’s cover

The Scratch ScoopThe Scratch team offers an insight into its antics & unveils events, treatments & news from the nail realm

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

INTERNATIONAL NAIL SPYALEX FOX explores nail trends, innovations & events across the globe

The Ultimate Christmas Wish ListCreate a magical nail experience this festive season & gift yourself revenue opportunities with HELENA BIGGS’ guide to retailing & making appointments extra memorable

Modern movesMeet LIZ MORRIS : CEO of Modern Chemistry Labs (formerly McConnell Labs), who shares her plans for the beauty manufacturing company & its clients

STAR sessionsShoot for success with advice & inspo from North America’s Star Nail Artist – Season 2 champion,

CAT’S clawsScratch Stars Hall Of Fame pro, CATRIONA LEITH , serves up industry insights & advice for nail sector success

READERS GALLERYRomanian nail stylist, ZAHARIA IONELA , reveals her favourite creations & career ambitions

NORTH AMERICA's Star nail ArtistCheck out the handiwork for the first NASNA challenge of Season 3, which saw contestants venture beyond the traditional nail art canvas to craft forms that are truly out of this world

ADD-ON APPEALDiscover ways to upgrade your nail & beauty

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

The Social SceneZOYA MAC shares social media advice & pointers

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

RICH REWARDSDiscover smarter ways to run a beauty business with RICHARD MCCABE , lifestyle salon coach

SESSION InsidersHave you ever wondered what it’s like to be a session nail stylist? Fashion Week pros share the realities of the role, their highlights & top tips

Down Breaking BarriersHow nails helped me rebuild my life – twice

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

Bare necessitiesJESS WATTS explores how to choose nail shades that enhance clients’ complexions, from identifying undertones to selecting the right depth & finish

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

Nail Snapssnaps nail designs & products to note, with JESS WATTS’ edit of what’s trending in the nail world

NailscopesLook to the stars for nail inspiration, as JESS WATTS translates the zodiac into styles & shades to suit every sign