EDITOR'S LETTERThere have been many conversations surrounding the ban

Nail NATIONnews & views

TPO TalesThe EU’s ban of an ingredient commonly used in gel nail products is the talk of the industry: so why has it been put into effect & how will this impact your services? HELENA BIGGS explores the facts

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, treatments & news from the nail realm

Hex-quisitely HAUNTINGSwitch up client nail styles & your salon setup this Halloween with JESS WATTS’ roundup of fang-tastic artistry & décor options

How to build your business beautifully with ZAARA KING BEAUTY BUSINESS AND MINDSET COACHREFLECTING ON 2025 & SETTING GOALS FOR 2026

NORTH AMERICA'S Star Nail ArtistSEASON 2 Meet the contestants

MENOPAUSE mattersScratch marks World Menopause Month by investigating the

The Social SceneHow to find inspiration for social media videos

Calendar CreativesGet to know The Naked Nailists: 12 techs from across the UK who have bravely bared all in aid of mental health charity, Mind

The art of extreme nail stylingEnter the world of fantasy, extreme & 3D nail design with REBECCA HITCHON , who quizzes expert pros on how to master the sophisticated art form

HOW TO SPOT A top-notch productREBECCA HITCHON explores what makes nail products high-quality & fit for purpose

Competition advice for NASNA contestantsNorth America’s Star Nail Artist Season 1 champion, ANASTASIA TOTTY, shares tips & tales from her colourful career

Formulas for SuccessHOW TO NAVIGATE THE NAIL EDUCATION MAZE

A magical education experienceJESS WATTS heads to Glitterbels HQ to train with members of the Scratch Stars Ultimate Nail Team in the brand’s stunning pink multi-purpose setting

Art with JarkScratch Stars Hall Of Fame pro & founder of Jark Nails, JIAK HING , shares a masterclass in gel polish design to elevate your artistic offerings

BRAND WATCHJESS WATTS gets to know the names behind companies & brands attracting attention across the nail scene

NEWSJudge & competitor spotlights

Breaking Down BarriersLiving & thriving with cystic fibrosis

READERS GALLERYGet to know SARA PINTO : a Portugal-based pro with a passion for precision, artistry & high performance products

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

RAVEN’S CLAWSThe power of crystals, a passion for fashion & the idea of an artist combine to unveil an exciting concept in press-on nails

MUSINGS FROM A Nailympia medallistPart 3

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

Fingernails in FocusShow support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with powerful pink nail art inspiration