Scratch – The world’s #1 resource for nails
WEB5 days ago · Find clients’ perfect neutral nail shade with CND’s PLEXIGEL Colour Builder line. By Lilly Delmage | 9 September 2024. CND™ has introduced five additional shades to its PLEXIGEL Colour Builder line. The brush-on gel formula described to ‘provide strength, architecture and moderate to long length to the natural nail’, has…. Read More.
Competitions – Scratch
WEBSCRATCH STARS AWARDS. The Scratch Stars Awards was launched in 2012 by Scratch to recognise and reward nail technicians, teams and businesses in the UK and Ireland.. Coined 'The Oscars of the nail industry', the Scratch Stars Awards upholds immense prestige in the sector, with the annual accolades serving to enhance profiles and boost businesses.. Find out more and learn how to enter for 2023 ...
Step-by-Step - Scratch
WEB5 steps to create an ombré nail by Kirsty Meakin. Award-winning nail artist, Kirsty Meakin, shares how she created a classic ombré look using the Abba Dabba Brush from her range of products. Kirsty Meakin products are available via www.kirstymeakin.com.
Top reasons to enter nail competitions & expert tips for success
WEB1 day ago · Make sure your competition setup is efficient, with tools and materials organised to minimise time spent searching for items. Purchase back-up items, in case of an incident. 4. Stay calm and confident. Develop a strategy to stay calm and focused. Techniques like deep breathing or visualisation can help manage stress.
Revealed: Scratch magazine’s most-loved cover of 2023
WEBJan 4, 2024 · In first place with 21% of the vote is the November 2023 front cover: Model, nail artist, MUA & hair stylist: Anita Chahal. Photographer: Russ Tierney. The photo shoot for this cover was carried out in July 2023, with the inspiration being nail stylist, Anita Chahal’s favourite era: the 1950s/’60s, when contrasting British subcultures, the ...
About Us – Scratch
WEBAbout Scratch magazine. Established in May 2003 by Scott Derbyshire and Alex Fox, Scratch is the world's leading publication for nail professionals. Its editorial is managed by Helena Biggs, with the printed magazine landing with subscribers on a monthly basis. This publication is complemented by daily news, features and opportunities across ...
Tired of leopard nails? Nail techs create 50 animal print manicures ...
WEB4 days ago · Check out entries to the 11 September 2024 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Animal print with a twist.. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #ShowScratch #CreativeChallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.
Feature – Scratch
WEBBy Lilly Delmage | 28 August 2024. Scratch Stars Educator of the Year 2024, Melanie Lewendon, shares her top tips for finding the best nail courses to extend your skills.. Continual professional development is critical in any industry, the expert educator explains: “Techniques and products are constantly evolving, and it’s essential to stay ...
THE WINNERS: Scratch Stars Awards 20/21 – Scratch
WEBJul 25, 2021 · Following a pandemic postponement & a shift in the judging process – the Scratch Stars Awards winners 20/21 have been announced!. The reveals were made live at the Scratch Stars Party on Sunday 25 July, held at London cabaret club, Proud Embankment.. The evening, hosted by Scratch’s Alex Fox and Helena Biggs, featured entertainment from Duncan James and fire performers, with a live DJ ...
WINNER ANNOUNCED: Scratch Snap March 2024
WEBMar 26, 2024 · Entries were judged by Scratch’s copywriter, Callie Iley, and head of education at Pure Nails, Tina Bell. The winner, Carla Brannan, scooped a prize bundle courtesy of Pure Nails, including the Halo Under The Sea collection and colour pops, the brand’s Base Coat and Non-Wipe Top Coat, and other Halo essentials such as its Smart Dual Cure Lamp Compact, Plush Brush, hand files and Prep ...