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Nailympia China 2025: THE RESULTS
The first Nailympia China competition was hosted in Shanghai 8-9 May, and welcomed 115 competitors across 15 categories.
Hosted by nail brand, Muzer, the arena was a stunning setting for nail styling, with 27 judges lending their expertise to score on technical and artistic areas. Pros from from 15 countries entered, and the two-day competition culminated in an awards ceremony attended by sponsors, competitors and teams from across the globe.
THE RESULTS
美甲海报 – MANICURE POSTER
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 秦美兰 Qin Meilan / 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 农梦思 Nong Simeng / 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 李承凤 Li Chengfeng / 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 黎淑明 / Lai Shuk Ming / 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 林佳佳 Lin Jia Jia / 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 刘静雯 Liu Jingwen / 中国 China
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Anita Chahal / 英国 UK
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Maksymilian Borowy 爱尔兰 Ireland
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 楊沛麟 Yeung Pui Lun / 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
美足海报 – PEDICURE POSTER
入门组 – Division 2
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 刘静雯 Liu Jingwen / 中国 China
大师组 – Division 3
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Maksymilian Borowy 爱尔兰 Ireland
甲油胶 GEL POLISH MANICURE
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 毛倩 Mao Qian / 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 王婷 Wang Ting / 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 吴名月 Wu Mingyue / 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 姜思梦 Jiang Simeng / 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 黎淑明 Lai Shuk Ming / 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 林佳佳/ Lin Jia Jia / 中国 China
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Nguyen Tuan Anh / 越南 Vietnam
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Maksymilian Borowy 爱尔兰 Ireland
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 楊沛麟 Yeung Pui Lun / 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
穿戴甲全贴甲片 – 中国风 – FULL COVER CREATIVE
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 段慧 Duan Hui / 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Cloie Lim Ke Yi – 马来西亚 Malaysia
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 徐婷婷 Xu Tingting – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 黎淑明 Lai Shuk Ming / 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 林佳佳/ Lin Jia Jia / 中国 China
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 中山竜司 Nakayama Ryuji – 中国 China / 日本 Japan
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 赵昕 Zhao Xin – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 楊沛麟 Yeung Pui Lun / 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
图像灵感美 – REALITY NAILS
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 朱月娥 Zhu Yue’e – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 周灵 Zhou Ling – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 曹威丽 Cao Weili – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 林佳佳/ Lin Jia Jia / 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 程梦冉 Cheng Mengran – 中国 China
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 楊沛麟 Yeung Pui Lun / 中國香港 Hong Kong,China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 吕雨 Lv Yu – 中国 China
平面手绘艺术美甲盒 – 展示你的国家文化 – FLAT ART BOX – EXPRESS YOUR CULTURE
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 刘静雯 Liu Jingwen / 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Alena Muraveva – USA
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Amigo Tay Ley Koon 马来西亚 Malaysia
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Grace Li – 澳大利亚 Australia
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Ainabekova Arailym – 哈萨克斯坦 Kazakhstan
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 吕雨 Lv Yu – 中国 China
美甲的喜悦 – 上海印象 THE JOY OF NAILS – Shanghai Impression
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 黃艷芬 Wong Yim Fan – 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 袁碧珊 Yuen Pik Shan – 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 路丽展 Lu Lizhan – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 林佳佳/ Lin Jia Jia / 中国 China
大师组 – Division 3
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 赵昕 Zhao Xin – 中国 China
Alex Fox, global competition director of Nailympia Competitions
美甲的喜悦 – 中国龙 THE JOY OF NAILS – Chinese Dragon
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 朱月娥 Zhu Yue’e / 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 蒋慧茹 Jiang Huiru – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 黄鑫 Huang Xin – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 刘静雯 Liu Jingwen – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Amigo Tay Ley Koon – 马来西亚 Malaysia
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Maksymilian Borowy – 爱尔兰 Ireland
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 中山竜司 NAKAYAMA RYUJI – 中国 China / 日本 Japan
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 吕雨 Lv Yu – 中国 China
3D艺术创作美甲盒 – 不限主题 – MIXED MEDIA 3D BOXED ART – Open theme
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 黄诗雅 Huang Shiya – 马来西亚 Malaysia
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 周灵 Zhou Ling – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 李麗盈 Li Liying中国澳门 Macao, China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 刘静雯 Liu Jingwen – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Mariia Riahovskaia – 美国 USA
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Amigo Tay Ley Koon – 马来西亚 Malaysia
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 赵昕 Zhao Xin – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 楊沛麟 Yeung Pui Lun / 中國香港 Hong Kong,China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Ainabekova Arailym – 哈萨克斯坦 Kazakhstan
Kimi Chang, director of Muzer
沙龙美甲 – SALON NAILS
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 朱晶 Zhu Jing – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 黄鑫 Huang Xin – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 李苗洁 Li Miaojie – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Tran Thi Quynh Mai – 越南 Vietnam
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Mateja Petkov – 斯洛文尼亚 Slovenia
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Nguyen Hong Ngoc – 越南 Vietnam
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Nguyen Tuan Anh – 越南 Vietnam
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Maksymilian Borowy – 爱尔兰 Ireland
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 中山竜司 NAKAYAMA RYUJI – 中国 China / 日本 Japan
水晶延长 – L&P ACRYLIC COMPETITION NAILS
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 侯梦冉 Hou Mengran – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 杨小琴 Yang Xiaoqin – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 姚海洋 Yao Haiyang – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Tran Thi Quynh Mai – 越南 Vietnam
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Nguyen Hong Ngoc – 越南 Vietnam
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Pham Thi Nhan – 越南 Vietnam
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Yumi Kojima – 日本 Japan
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Nguyen Tuan Anh – 越南 Vietnam
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Genki ltou – 日本 Japan
光疗硬胶延长 – UV GEL COMPETITION NAILS
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 姚海洋 Yao Haiyang – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 杨小琴 Yang Xiaoqin – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 黄鑫 Huang Xin – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 林佳佳 Lin Jia Jia – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 刘静雯 Liu Jingwen – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Mateja Petkov – 斯洛文尼亚 Slovenia
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Maksymilian Borowy – 爱尔兰 Ireland
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Nguyen Tuan Anh – 越南 Vietnam
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Genki ltou – 日本 Japan
PERFECT MATCH
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 李若溪 Li Ruoxi – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 杨小琴 Yang Xiaoqin – 中国 China
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 姚海洋 Yao Haiyang – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 吕娜 Lv Na – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Amigo Tay Ley Koon – 马来西亚 Malaysia
- 第一名 – 1st Place: 刘静雯 Liu Jingwen – 中国 China
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 吕雨 Lv Yu – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Nguyen Tuan Anh – 越南 Vietnam
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Genki ltou – 日本 Japan
艺术甲–创造一个美甲造型 – 不限主题 – TO STILETTO & BEYOND
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 侯梦冉 Hou Mengran – 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 龙新宇 Long Xinyu- 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Amigo Tay Ley Koon – 马来西亚 Malaysia
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Ainabekova Arailym – 哈萨克斯坦 Kazakhstan
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Nguyen Thi Quynh – 越南 Vietnam
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Dinh Thi Mai 越南 Vietnam
尖高跟美甲 – STILETTO NAILS
新手组 – Division 1
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: 黄鑫 Huang Xin- 中国 China
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: 林慧琼 Lin Huiqiong – 中国 China
入门组 – Division 2
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Nguyen Hong Ngoc – 越南 Vietnam
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Yukari Utsuki – 日本 Japan
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Pham Thi Nhan – 越南 Vietnam
大师组 – Division 3
- 第三名 – 3rd Place: Maksymilian Borowy – 爱尔兰 Ireland
- 第二名 – 2nd Place: Nguyen Tuan Anh – 越南 Vietnam
- 第一名 – 1st Place: Genki ltou – 日本 Japan
ART WINNER OF WINNERS
楊沛麟 YEUNG PUI LUN – 中國香港 Hong Kong, China
WINNER OF WINNERS
- 新手组 – Division 1 黄鑫 Huang Xin – 中国 China
- 入门组 – Division 2 Nguyen Hong Ngoc – 越南 Vietnam
- 大师组 – Division 3 Genki ltou – 日本 Japan
TEAM TROPHY
Asian Superstar Alliance 亚洲国际巨星联盟
- Amigo Tay Ley Koon
- 吕雨 Lv Yu
- 中山竜司 Nakayama Ryuji
- 王婷 Wang Ting
- 黄鑫 Huang Xin
- 赵昕 Zhao Xin
INDIVIDUAL TOP SCORER
中山竜司 NAKAYAMA RYUJI – 中国 China / 日本 Japan – 1088 points
For more information about Nailympia Competitions, visit www.nailympia.com
The Team Behind Nailympia China Opens a New Era in Nail Art Culture in Shanghai
The highly anticipated Nailympia China event is making waves in the global nail industry by not only hosting its first-ever international nail championship for the region and adding a fresh new location to the Nailympia family, but also spearheading the launch of China’s first Nail Art Museum. This initiative, led by the Nailympia China team, is set to revolutionise the landscape of nail artistry by celebrating its heritage, techniques and future innovations. By bringing together world-class nail artists and fostering international collaborations, the team behind Nailympia China is solidifying its position as a leader in nail artistry, awareness and education.
A Cultural Milestone for Nail Art
Kimi Zhang Tao, creator of the NAil Art Museum & host of Nailympia China, owner of Muzer
The Nail Art Museum is the brainchild of Kimi Zhang Tao, a respected leader in the nail industry. With years of expertise and a deep passion for nail artistry, Kimi has played a pivotal role in shaping the museum’s vision. Her goal is to create a space that not only honours the history and evolution of nail art but also fosters a global exchange of creativity and innovation. Through her leadership, the museum has become a hub for education, artistic expression and industry advancement. The Nail Art Museum is more than just an exhibition space – it is a testament to the rich history and ever-evolving techniques of nail artistry. By showcasing the works of world-renowned competition champions, bloggers, designers and artists, the museum provides a platform for creatives from all over the globe to share their artistry and vision.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore nail art’s deep-rooted traditions while witnessing cutting-edge innovations. Exhibits highlight the cultural significance of nail art, transforming it from a personal beauty choice into a collective experience that blends fashion, craftsmanship and wellness.
The museum also aims to educate visitors on product ingredients, the science behind hand care and the importance of maintaining healthy nails. This holistic approach fosters a deeper appreciation for the artistry and techniques that have shaped the nail industry.
MUZER: The High-End Brand Leading a New Nail Art Trend
As an extension of the museum’s mission, Muzer a premium professional nail brand – introduces a revolutionary concept known as “Slip-on Nail Art.” This innovative take on press-on nails aligns with MUZER’s mission to ‘co-create a healthy and aesthetic life for all humanity’.
With a focus on health and beauty, Muzer is collaborating with top laboratories to create nail products that are both stylish and safe. From high-quality press-on nails to a range of professional nail tools, Muzer continues to redefine the boundaries of nail fashion and self-care.
A Spectacular Touring Exhibition in Suzhou
To celebrate the launch of the museum, the first touring exhibition will be held at the Suzhou Center, featuring a stunning display of nail artistry from both Chinese and international artists. Visitors will embark on a visual journey that blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovations.
Chinese nail artists will showcase designs inspired by iconic cultural artworks, including interpretations of the famous painting Along the River During the Qingming Festival. Meanwhile, international artists like Mino Vo from the UK will present avant-garde creations such as the ‘Twin Headed Dragon’ nail sculpture, alongside Hazel Dixon’s enchanting The Adventure of Alice collection. These exhibits will highlight the fusion of global influences, demonstrating the artistry that transforms nails into miniature canvases of cultural expression.
Shaping the Future of Nail Culture
The establishment of the Nail Art Museum represents a significant milestone in the global beauty industry, blending history, culture and innovation in one groundbreaking institution. As it continues to grow, the museum aims to elevate the recognition of nail art as a legitimate and celebrated art form on the global stage.
Meanwhile, Muzer is set to revolutionise the market with its high-end press-on nail products, encouraging a shift towards health-conscious and stylish nail solutions. Together, the Nail Art Museum and Muzer are championing a new era in nail culture – one that embraces both beauty and wellbeing.
For those eager to witness this artistic revolution firsthand, the museum is located at:
The China Nail Art Museum will be located on 9th Floor, Building 5, Huiwang East Road, Jiading District, Shanghai.
For more information, email: nailmuseum@muzercn.com
Muzer is to host the first Nailympia China competition, 8-10 May 2025 in Shanghai. Click here to learn more.
Unleash your inner artist!
Nailympia Anaheim, Germany & China are NOW OPEN for registration
Dive into the dazzling world of creativity and innovation at Nailympia Anaheim 2025! This is your ultimate opportunity to break boundaries, showcase your artistry and shine on a global stage. With five electrifying turn-in categories, each crafted to spark your imagination, Nailympia promises a spectacular celebration of bold ideas, expert techniques and jaw-dropping designs.
Whether you’re in it for the thrill, the recognition or the inspiration, this is your moment to connect with fellow visionaries, push your skills to new heights and leave an unforgettable mark on nail artistry.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! Registration is now open for:
✨ Nailympia Anaheim – 23 – 24 February at Premiere Anaheim CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE
✨ Nailympia Germany – 28 – 30 March at Beauty Düsseldorf (deadline for Online categories is 31 January) CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE
✨ Nailympia China – 8 – 10 May in Shanghai CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE
Don’t just witness the industry evolve – lead the revolution!
Secure your spot today, unleash your creativity and let your talent shine on the world’s most exhilarating nail stage.
The countdown to greatness begins now – are you ready to take the leap?
Nailympia 2025 locations revealed
The world-renowned Nailympia competition has officially announced its locations for the 2025 season, with the first event set to take place at the Premiere Anaheim trade show in Anaheim, California. Scheduled for February, this marks an exciting start to a year packed with talent, creativity and global participation in nail artistry.
As part of the esteemed Premiere Show Group, Nailympia Anaheim will attract nail technicians, artists and industry professionals from around the globe, offering a platform to showcase unparalleled skill and innovation. Nailympia continues to hold its place as the ultimate competition for nail professionals, celebrated for its non-biased judging system and commitment to fairness.
Nailympia’s Unique Approach to Competition
Nailympia has built its reputation as a competition free from brand influence, ensuring that skill and creativity are at the forefront of its judging criteria. It caters to all skill levels and its evolved judging system remains true to its founding principles:
- Blind Judging: All competitions are judged anonymously. Judges have no knowledge of the competitor whose work they are assessing, ensuring fairness and transparency.
- Unified Divisions: Competitors from all divisions are judged together based on merit, allowing for instances where a Division 1 competitor can outscore higher divisions.
- Skill-Centric: Nailympia evaluates competitors purely on their technical skills and artistic creativity, making it an open playing field for all participants, regardless of the brands or systems they use.
Expanding the 2025 Schedule
While six confirmed locations are already in place, Nailympia is exploring the possibility of adding a second event in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, for 2025. This expansion aligns with the competition’s global mission of reaching new markets and providing opportunities for nail artists worldwide.
The Origins of Nailympia
Nailympia’s roots trace back to The Nail Olympics USA, a competition founded in 2001 in Las Vegas. Created by three organisations—IBD (run by Lee Tomlinson), Too Much Fun (Dianne D’Agnolo & James Johnson), and EZ Flow (David Daniel & Danny Haile) – its concept was revolutionary:
- Competitors could use any system or brand.
- Judging would be division-based and anonymous, ensuring fairness.
- Skill levels would determine divisions, with competitors ranked only after judging was complete.
This ethos laid the foundation for Nailympia, which was later introduced to London in 2005, with Alex Fox – then editor-in-chief of Scratch Magazine – serving as the global competition director.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As Nailympia prepares to dazzle audiences once again, it reaffirms its commitment to showcasing exceptional talent, fostering creativity and maintaining a fair and inclusive environment. Whether in Anaheim, Ho Chi Minh City, or its other global stops, Nailympia 2025 promises to be a thrilling year for competitors.
New rules & score sheets can be viewed on this website www.nailympia.de
Nail imagery for 2025 – with thanks to Elena Popova
Nails – Elena Popova @popovaelena_nfp
Photographer – Elena Gelberg @pena_litrova
Make-Up Artist – Varvara Tabutarova @varvara_tabu
Hair Stylist – Ksenia Golubeva @ksenja_golubeva
Model – Alina Philipskaya @alina__0606
Nailympia China – now postponed until May 2025
The first Nailympia China nail competition is now set to take place 8-9-10 May 2025, hosted in Pudong, Shanghai, China.
It presents 14 categories across three divisions, with cash prizes for the Winner Of Winners in Division 1, 2 and 3, and for the Individual Top Scorer.
Arena competitions:
- Gel Polish Manicure
- Salon Nails
- UV Hard Gel Tip & Overlay
- L&P Acrylic Sculpture
- Perfect Match
- The Joy Of Nails
- Stiletto Nails
- Reality Nails
Hand-in competitions:
- Full Cover Creative *NEW Nailympia category
- Mixed Media Boxed 3D ARt
- Flat Art Boxed
- To Stiletto & Beyond
Email poster competitions:
- Manicure Poster
- Pedicure Poster
26 judges from all over the world will be lending their expertise to the competition, including Elaine Watson (USA), Dafne Fernandez (Mexico), Eve Tran (Germany/Vietnam), Kirsty Meakin (UK), Stephy Pang (Malaysia) and Viv Clements-Simmonds (Australia).
The competition, in association with Scratch magazine, is directed by Alex Fox, who comments: “Nailympia continues to inspire, unite and elevate the global nail art community with each location adding its unique flair and perspective. From Sydney to Saskatoon and beyond, Nailympia leaves an indelible mark on the world of nail artistry.
“As we embark on this exciting new chapter in China, the community eagerly anticipates showcasing their skills and forging new connections. With Damon Ho (Nailympia Vietnam) and Kimi Chang (Nailympia China) at the helm of the Asia competitions, the future of nail artistry and the cross-fertilisation of ideas across East and West has never looked brighter.”
For more information and to register, click here.