Competitors From Around the World that Support Nailympia Competitions
2 Nailympia Competitor
Le Truong
United States
Salon
Area of competition expertise: Nail Art
Years competiting: 2
Number of Nailympia events competed at: 2
Nailympia events competed at: London
Divisions awarded medals in: Division 1
Are you an educator?: Yes
Have you been a judge?: No
Why did you choose to join the Nailympia circuit?: Because I have always believed that growth comes from stepping outside of my comfort zone.
Nailympia is the highest-level global stage in our industry, and joining this competition was my way of challenging myself, learning from world-class artists, and pushing my creativity and technical skills to a new level.
I wanted to see where I truly stand among the best, to gain experience, and to be inspired by a community that continues to elevate nail artistry. Entering Nailympia was not only a dream, but a commitment to my passion, discipline, and my goal of becoming the best version of myself as a nail artist.
What has winning at Nailympia done for your career & confidence?: Winning at Nailympia has been an empowering milestone in my career.
It strengthened my belief in my skills, refined my technique, and proved that dedication, sacrifice, and passion truly pay off.
It has opened new doors for learning, opportunities, and collaboration. More importantly, it gave me confidence to dream even bigger—
to inspire other nail artists in my community, to continue growing my salon team, and to pursue future championships with even more determination.
This achievement reminds me that with hard work and courage, nothing is impossible.
Industry accolades: 1st place - Flat art box at Naillympia London 2025
Favourite nail brands: Vala - Kokoist- Valentino Beauty Pure - Atwood Industries - BrillBird
- Apres - Swarovski
Career biography: I am a Vietnamese nail artist based in Kansas, USA & the founder of Penthouse Nail Lounge & Spa. My journey in the nail industry began with a passion for beauty & hand-crafted detail, which has grown into a deep commitment to artistry, creativity & precision. Over the years, I've dedicated myself to continuous learning & pushing boundaries in nail design. Winning the Flat Art category at Nailympia London 2025 was a milestone in my career & has inspired me to keep evolving, creating & sharing my craft.
My goal is to elevate nail artistry, inspire other artists in the community & continue representing the beauty & talent of Vietnamese nail artists on the global stage.
Personal biography: I was born & raised in Vietnam & moved to the United States with my parents at the age of 17. At 19, I discovered my passion for nails & chose this industry as my path. Through discipline, creativity, & continuous learning, I was able to open my own nail salon at 23. Nailympia was a way for me to challenge myself, explore my full potential & grow not only as an artist, but also as a person. This journey is about believing in myself, honouring my roots & proving that with dedication & courage, dreams can come true
Why you believe in nail competitions?: I believe nail competitions push artists beyond their limits & reveal our true potential. They create a space where passion, discipline & creativity are truly tested & celebrated. Competitions are not about winning over others, but winning over the version of ourselves yesterday - learning, improving & discovering new strengths. For me, joining nail competitions is about growth, courage & honouring the craft at the highest level.
Advice to other competitors: Believe in yourself & trust the journey. Don’t compare your path to anyone else’s — stay focused, stay humble & be hungry to learn. Practice with intention, accept mistakes as lessons & always remember why you started. Step on that stage with heart & confidence. Win or not, if you grow, you have already won.
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