Scratch Stars Awards 2019 winners revealed

Nail educator and competition director, Denise Wright, has been recognised with the prestigious Services to the Nail Industry award at this year's Scratch Stars Awards.

Held last night (21st July) at Proud in London's Embankment, the awards were hosted by Rylan Clark-Neal with a performance from R&B boy band, Damage.

Organised by Scratch magazine, a total of 18 awards were presented, recognising the talent across the business and creative sectors of the UK nail industry including newcomers.

Commenting, Helena Biggs, Editor of Scratch magazine, says:

“We would like to thank all of the finalists for entering and getting stuck in with such determination and passion, and congratulations to all the winners – Scratch magazine is incredibly proud to have you represent the nail industry!”

This year's Scratch Stars winners 2019 are: 

Entry to the 2020 Scratch Stars Awards opens on 1st February 2020.

    • L&P Tech of the Year: Fereida Lydiate, Manchester
    • Gel Tech of the Year:  Jo Wickens, Devo
    • Natural Nail Specialist of the Year: Helen Burton-Ward, Middlesex
    • Polish & Paint Artist of the Year: Amanda Byrne, Lancashire
    • Mixed Media Artist of the Year: Scarlett Senter, Norfolk
    • One Stroke Artist of the Year: Rebecca Isaac, Northampton
    • Gel Polish Stylist of the Year: Lauren Holmes, Cleveland
    • Nail Stylist of the Year: Katie Barnes, Warwick
    • Educator of the Year: Rachel Lunn, Co. Durham
    • Session Stylist of the Year: Nickie Rhodes-Hill, Kent
    • Best UK Nail Blogger: Natasha Lee – Natasha Lee
    • Social Media Star of the Year: NAF! Salon, Glasgow
    • Mobile Nailist of the Year: Metta Francis – Nails By Mets, London
    • Nail Team of the Year: HD Nail Artist Academy
    • Nail Environment of the Year: Beauty Lounge, Doncaster
    • Nail Salon of the Year: NAF! Salon, Glasgow
    • The Shooting Star Award presented by Scratch Magazine: The Gel Bottle Inc.
    • Services to the Nail Industry: Denise Wright

    Entry to the 2020 Scratch Stars Awards opens on 1st February 2020.