There are celebrations galore in this month’s Scratch, as we unveil the winners of the Scratch Stars Awards2026 - plus snaps from the infamous party in London. What’s more, North America’s Star Nail Artist - Season 2 champion, Jessica Vero, kicks off her column series and shares valuable inspo and insight for competing pros. Are you keen to explore fantasy and extreme nail styling? Explore a six-page guide to the creations, and learn how to paint portraits with iconic nail artist, Elena Maltseva. In addition, our cover stars - Samantha and Samuel Sweet of nail distribution and training company, Sweet Squared, share their 20-year success story, and we share which nail trends suit your - and your clients’ - horoscopes. Immerse in all of this, plus expert columnists, business advice, hot products and step-by-steps. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please choose the correct postage location when you place your order. If you choose the wrong postage option we will have to cancel the order so that you can reorder with the correct postage.
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