The winners of the Scratch Stars Awards 2026 have been announced, celebrated at The Scratch Stars Party on 5 July at The Underglobe, London.

Hosted by singer-songwriter Aston Merrygold and Scratch's editorial & partnerships director Helena Biggs, the event welcomed 300 guests from across the UK and Ireland nail industry to honour excellence across 19 categories.

Who are the winners of the Scratch Stars Awards 2026?

• Natural Nail Specialist of the Year – Jessica Price
• L&P Tech of the Year – Kylea Wherry
• Builder Gel Tech of the Year – Lucy Price
• Gel Tech of the Year – Justyna Pryke
• Polish & Paint Nail Artist of the Year – Monika Ferreira
• Mixed Media Artist of the Year – Alice Nali
• Gel Polish Stylist of the Year – Dannika Majewski
• Pedicurist of the Year – Kristine Toce
• Nail Stylist of the Year – Kirsty McDonough
• Social Media Star of the Year – Katie Barnes Tool Range
• Mobile Nailist of the Year – Jade Thornhill
• Educator of the Year – Michelle Brookes
• Online Educator of the Year – Hazel Dixon
• Home Nail Salon of the Year – Chell’s Beauty by the Sea, Essex
• Nail & Beauty Salon of the Year – Kate Lifestyle, Essex
• Nail Salon of the Year – The Nail Group, London
• Nail Team of the Year – OPI Education Team
• The Shooting Star Award – Zoya Mac
• Services to the Nail Industry – Alex Fox

For more information, visit scratchmagazine.co.uk.