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Nailin’ it ‘90s-styleMulti-award-winning nail tech & OPI educator, Lucy Price, shares her career highlights & experience styling the nails for this month’s Scratch cover

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

Daisy’s Decade Of SuccessAs The GelBottle Inc celebrates 10 years in business, Scratch quizzes founder, DAISY KALNINA, on the brand’s growth, highlights & vision for the future

Behind The GramGet to know social media nail stars as they offer an insight into their lives & share content creation tips

Star QualityPreparing for nail competitions: a handy guide

Next In Nails: AW25 editionStay ahead of the nail game & discover the products, colour palettes & pairings set to rule the months ahead

Winner Takes AllAs Hara Professional starts the search for its Gel Polish Artist of the Year 2025 , Scratch chats to reigning champion, VIKTORIIA MALIPATIL , about her competition experience & how she’s made the most of her prizes

The Social SceneAn honest guide to brand collaborations

Readers GalleryWigan-based salon owner & nail artist, JAKE WILDE , showcases his favourite nail creations & shares career hopes & goals

Work Against WasteScratch marks Recycle Week & Zero Waste Week with practical, planet-friendly pointers for your nail business

Price PowerScratch reflects on the success story of esteemed educator & business owner, Belinda Price, following her Scratch Stars Services to the Nail Industry award win ALEX FOX REPORTS

Autumn DelightsFall in love with two seasonal nail art styles to captivate clients & ignite your creativity

Breaking Down BarriersLife as a nail tech with ADHD

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

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

Level UpExplore 6 ways to elevate your services, excite clients & pull in extra profit

Formulas For SuccessAre you ready to mesmerise clients? ELAINE WATSON , global education director for Light Elegance, sheds light on the latest addition to the brand’s product portfolio

Nailympia NewsJudge & competitor spotlights

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

How To Build Your Business Beautifully WithWHY YOU SHOULD PLAN NOW TO NAVIGATE THE FESTIVE RUSH

Small Changes, Big ImpactAre you deaf aware? JESS WATTS explores how nail salons can better accommodate clients with varied hearing needs

Musings From A Nailympia MedallistNYC-based nail champion, MARGARITA YUTSAYTIS , shares her experiences of nail competitions & what inspired her to take steps into the arena

Nail ClippingsJESS WATTS uncovers the hottest nail topics &

Fingernails In FocusTake inspiration from September’s birthstone with LOLA ALAYANDE’s pick of stunning sapphire nail styles