Meet the sponsors
Brands that sponsor the Scratch Stars Awards champion the nail industry by supporting the growth, recognition and development of nail industry professionals and businesses.
Each sponsor puts forward an esteemed member of its company to assist in the judging process and we thank sponsors for their dedication to the event.
Interested in sponsoring this year's event? Enquire here.
SWEET SQUARED sponsor of SERVICES TO THE NAIL INDUSTRY
Sweet Squared (S2) has been ‘Serving the Pro with Love & Respect’ since 2006. Founded by Samuel & Samantha Sweet in partnership with Jim Nordstrom, S2 believes in inspirational education, an amazing customer experience, world-class distribution & impressive products. The company distributes nail brands CND™, Light Elegance & Lecenté to the UK & ROI.
OPI sponsor of NAIL STYLIST OF THE YEAR
OPI, a division of Wella Company, celebrated 40 years of professional nailcare products in 2021. Renowned for its quality formulas, fashionable colours & iconic names, OPI is available in over 100 countries & places a strong emphasis on corporate social responsibility. The brand raises funds & awareness for numerous charities through retail partnerships & philanthropic initiatives.
GLITTERBELS sponsor of L&P TECH OF THE YEAR
Glitterbels was founded by Elliott & Annabel Maginnis in 2017. Annabel began her nail career in 2015 and saw her Instagram following skyrocket before opening her first salon in Newcastle. The next step saw the launch of the Glitterbels training academy and brand – which features over 350 acrylic powders. The Glitterbels Education Team scooped the Scratch Stars Nail Team of the Year award in 2022 & 2024.
GELISH sponsor of HOME NAIL SALON OF THE YEAR
Nail Alliance - North America, was established in 2009 by Danny Haile, CEO & founder and is the umbrella brand behind Gelish. Haile made a name for himself on the nail competition circuit: winning over 60 awards worldwide. His passion led to a role as product developer and he created Gelish: soak-off gel polish in a bottle. It is now sold in over 80 countries and there are over 100 colours in the range.
The Gel Bottle sponsor of GEL POLISH STYLIST OF THE YEAR
The GelBottle Inc was founded by Daisy Kalnina in 2015. Her passion for nails began in the spare room of her home, having gained experience managing her mother’s full-service salon since the age of 15. She grew as an artist & businesswoman & leads the business from a global head office in Brighton, distributing the products in over 20 territories across the globe.
HALO ACRYLIC+ sponsor of SOCIAL MEDIA STAR OF THE YEAR
Founded in Kent, Pure Nails aim to offer the best quality nail products to professional nail techs at competitive prices. It is the umbrella brand of Halo products, which are distributed in over 200 cash and carries throughout the UK and Europe.
LIGHT ELEGANCE sponsor of GEL TECH OF THE YEAR
Light Elegance is a global nail professional brand that manufactures high quality, HEMA free gel & acrylic nail products in the US. Light Elegance has everything you need as a nail professional from cutting-edge products to advanced education.
HARA PROFESSIONAL sponsor of NATURAL NAIL SPECIALIST OF THE YEAR
The HARA Professional nailcare range is available via Aston & Fincher, and the brand has been trusted by professionals in the waxing, lash, brow and nail sectors for over 50 years. HARA's nail range features Hema-free gel polishes in over 80 shades, plus builder gels and accessories.
ANDREIA PROFESSIONAL sponsor of POLISH & PAINT ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Since 1987, colour has been Andreia Professional's DNA. Inspired by pros, the brand creates nail, hair and make-up products and is committed to being environmentally sustainable, by participating in reforestation and CO2 emission offsetting programmes. It develops vegan formulas that are not tested on animals: is cruelty free and carbon neutral.
FOOTLOGIX sponsor of PEDICURIST OF THE YEAR
Footlogix® is a Pediceutical® footcare line offering innovative products that provide effective and transformational results. The brand empowers professionals with the ability to elevate pedicures. Products are easy to use, highly concentrated and cost effective. Footlogix® is committed to ongoing support through superior educational services.
Sweet Squared is the UK&I trainer & distributor for Footlogix.
HD Professional sponsor of MIXED MEDIA ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Multi award-winning nail professional, Hazel Dixon, is in the Scratch Stars Hall of Fame individually in two categories – and as part of the HD Pro Nails Team. She has enjoyed global success and recognition for her skills & founded her own range of brushes in 2014. Her product line and distribution portfolio has continued to grow and she heads up an award-winning nail education team.
VODEX sponsor of NAIL SALON OF THE YEAR
VODEX Ltd is a Hampshire-based provider of fume and dust extraction systems and Electrostatic (ESD) protection products for a variety of industries, including the beauty sector. With over 40 years' experience in the field, the team designs, advises, makes and installs extraction solutions for customers in the UK and Internationally, providing customers with safe working environments. Solutions for salons include the SalonAIR and FileOWAY.
ABT sponsor of NAIL & BEAUTY SALON OF THE YEAR and EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR
Associated Beauty Therapists is the UK's largest specialist membership and insurance provider. Whether you work from home, mobile or a salon location, ABT completely understands your business and treatment portfolio and works tirelessly to protest your businesses. ABT is the largest beauty and insurance membership provider in the UK, with over 18,000 active and insured business owners.
LCBT sponsor of NAIL TEAM OF THE YEAR
Founded by Eileen Cavalier OBE, the London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT) has been established for over 24 years. It is one of the UK’s largest specialist, further education funded training colleges specialising in Beauty Therapy, Hair & Media Makeup, Hairdressing, Advanced Aesthetic & Epilation courses as well as industry apprenticeships. ‘Courses for Careers’ is at the heart of the LCBT’s mantra, training students through world-class teaching facilities and high quality teaching for sustainable jobs.
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