On Sunday, 21 July, the UK and Ireland's nail industry gathered at The Underglobe in London to celebrate the 12th annual Scratch Stars Awards. This dazzling event, hosted by DJ and former Rugby Union player James Haskell alongside Scratch’s editorial and partnerships director Helena Biggs, showcased the exceptional talent and dedication of nail professionals across the region.
The evening was filled with excitement, featuring live performances from UKG legends Shola Ama and DJ Luck & MC Neat, and offering attendees the chance to network and celebrate until the early hours. The Scratch Stars Awards is not just an event but a celebration of creativity, innovation, and excellence, recognising those who are shaping the future of nail care and artistry.
Hara Professional proudly sponsored the Natural Nail Specialist of the Year award. This sponsorship highlights our commitment to supporting the nail industry and recognising outstanding talent. Congratulations to Lucy Price-Marshall for her remarkable achievement in this category. Hara Professional is dedicated to providing high-quality products that enable nail technicians to achieve their best work, and we are thrilled to be part of such a prestigious event.
Hara Professional is a trusted brand for beauty professionals, known for its high-performance range of nail products. The brand’s nail product lineup includes HEMA-free gel polishes, builder gels, and various topcoats designed for professional use. All Hara nail products are vegan-friendly, cruelty-free, and curable under both LED and UV lamps, making them a versatile choice for professional nail technicians. Established over 50 years ago, Hara continues to prioritise quality, performance, and value.
Scratch Stars Awards Winners:
- Natural Nail Specialist of the Year sponsored by Hara Professional - Lucy Price-Marshall
- Polish & Paint Artist of the Year sponsored by Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer - Danielle Brindley
- One Stroke Artist of the Year sponsored by HD Professional Nail Systems - Catriona Leith
- L&P Tech of the Year sponsored by Glitterbels - Kirsty McDonough
- Gel Polish Stylist of the Year sponsored by The GelBottle Inc - Jiak Hing
- Gel Tech of the Year sponsored by Light Elegance UK - Catriona Leith
- Mixed Media Artist of the Year sponsored by Bexy Glow - Danielle Brindley
- Nail Stylist of the Year sponsored by OPI - Kayley Cairns
- Social Media Star of the Year sponsored by Halo PoliBuild - Kamila Borowiec
- Mobile Nailist of the Year sponsored by Vodex - Stela Angelova
- Home Nail Salon of the Year sponsored by Gelish - Paintbrush Nails
- Nail & Beauty Salon of the Year sponsored by ABT Insurance - Nailspa
- Nail Salon of the Year sponsored by The Manicure Company - Niche Nails & Beauty
- Nail Team of the Year sponsored by The London College of Beauty Therapy - Glitterbels Education Team
- Educator of the Year sponsored by ABT Insurance - Melanie Lewendon
- The Nail Business Mentor of the Year sponsored by Andreia Professional - Hazel Dixon
- The Shooting Star Award presented by Scratch Magazine - Dani Bailey
- The Services to the Nail Industry sponsored by Sweet Squared - Kirsty Meakin
