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Nailympia to be hosted in Vietnam
Damon Ho, a nail artist & educator from Arizona, USA, is to host the inaugural Nailympia Vietnam competition in April 2024. This news follows his participation as a judge on the Nailympia panel in the USA in 2023, and his close observation of the second Nailympia Mexico. This addition to the Nailympia global family will be hosted at the Grand Palace in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 10-11 April.
Keen to afford industry change and growth, and widen the Nailympia net, Damon cites: “Hosting Nailympia Vietnam is about bringing international standards to Vietnamese nail artistry; creating a bridge between Vietnam and the global beauty industry, while showcasing the immense talent in the region.”
A keen advocate of competitions, Damon believes that the Nailympia experience is transformative, as it fosters an inclusive and diverse culture while showcasing innovation and industry trends. “Nailympia is an exhilarating platform that stands for quality and excellence,” he concedes. “It’s a fair and impartial competition that celebrates creativity and skill in nail artistry.”
Considering a broader perspective, Damon harbours an expansive vision for the future, with Nailympia Vietnam as the fi rst step towards the bigger picture. “My primary goal is to elevate the global perception of Vietnamese nail artistry and create expansive opportunities for professionals in this fi eld,” he reveals. “I’m focused on building a global community in which skills and knowledge are shared, fostering growth and innovation in nail artistry.
“A key part of this vision is to integrate AI technology into the nail industry, enhancing both the artistic process and business side of operations. I’d also like to explore the idea of a TV show focused on the nail business. This show would not just illuminate the artistic side of nail artistry, but delve into effective business strategies for scaling and thriving in the industry. In essence, my aim is to transform the nail sector into a globally recognised and respected field, showcasing the talent and innovation that define Vietnamese nail artistry.”
MEET DAMON HO
Host of Nailympia Vietnam
10-11 April 2024, Ho Chi Minh City
@salon.ceo
When did you train as a manicurist & why?
I moved to the USA over 10 years ago, driven by the prospect of a better life and in pursuit of the American dream for myself and my family. Shortly after my arrival, I trained as a manicurist. Initially, it was a practical decision to earn a living, but I quickly developed a profound passion for the artistry and personal connections the role offers.
What is it about nails that interests you?
Nail artistry’s ability to uplift and transform fascinates me. The joy and satisfaction in clients’ eyes after a service are deeply fulfilling, and my love for artistry only grew as I realised the vast potential in nail design.
How did you build your reputation?
Persistence, dedication to quality and innovative techniques were key. Also, uplifting those around me and adhering to the philosophy of doing things right played a significant role in building my reputation.
What do you love about the nail industry?
The industry’s creativity, evolution and impact on both artists and clients. It’s a field that harmoniously blends aesthetics with emotional wellbeing.
What does your role involve?
My days are spent managing salons, hosting training sessions, strategising for growth, exploring new trends and seeking new knowledge.
What are your kitbag essentials?
While I have a variety of tools, my hands, my mind and my experience are the most crucial. I’ve trained myself to adapt to any challenge and use any tool effectively.
Who have you trained with over the years?
I’ve trained with a range of experts, both in the USA and globally, each enriching my skillset and broadening my perspective.
Who do you admire in the nail industry & why?
My admiration extends from successful CEOs to dedicated parents managing home businesses. It’s their innovation, passion and relentless pursuit of excellence that I admire.
What products do you use?
V Beauty Pure products are staple in my kit, but I use a variety of products to ensure the best outcomes. My partnership with V Beauty Pure is also driven by shared visions and goals with its CEO,
David Dilorenzo.
Why did you become a V Beauty Pure educator?
It was a step towards sharing my knowledge and helping others grow. My alignment with David Dilorenzo’s vision played a significant role in this decision.
What excites you about life in general?
Life excites me with its endless opportunities for growth, learning and positive impact on others.
What has been key to your success?
Dedication, continuous learning, adaptability and a drive for excellence have been the cornerstones of my success.
Where do you find inspiration for your nail art designs?
Inspiration is everywhere – in nature, fashion, art and everyday life experiences.
If not nails, what would you be doing?
Apart from the nail industry, I would most likely be involved in other entrepreneurial ventures in beauty and wellness. My tech holding company is nail techs and salon owners in scaling their businesses.
How are you embracing change in the nail industry?
I embrace change by constantly learning, updating my skills and staying ahead of trends and technologies.
What’s your career highlight?
Transforming my business from a single struggling salon into a thriving chain, and becoming a respected educator, stand out as career highlights.
If you could change anything about the industry, what would it be?
I would encourage more collaboration and less competition, fostering a community that thrives on shared success. Changing the pricing mindset to refl ect the true value of our artistry and skill is also vital.
What’s your advice for aspiring nail pros?
Never stop learning, be open to new ideas and take pride in your work. Remember, you’re not just a nail technician; you’re a therapist, artist and vital part of your clients’ lives.
Nailympia London 2023: THE RESULTS
The final Nailympia of 2023 – the London heat – attracted competitors from 34 countries, welcoming nailists from the Philippines, Israel and India for the first time.
A whopping 320 arena seats and 363 online seats were taken by 212 competitors, and 50 judges from all over the globe lent their expertise to the event.
Here are the results…
GEL POLISH MANICURE
Division 1
- 3rd place – Mihaela Pirliteanu – United Kingdom
- 2nd place – Magdalena Dabrowska – Poland
- 1st place – Dora Szabo – Hungary
Division 2
- 3rd place – Aimee Whatford – United Kingdom
- 2nd place – Albana Skabona – Italy
- 1st place – Patrycja Sarat-Kuboń – Poland
Division 3
- 3rd place – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
- 2nd place – Kamila Wojtynka – Poland
- 1st place – Johanna Stampka – Germany
RUNWAY NAILS
Division 1
- 3rd place – Theresa Nguyen-Le – USA
- 2nd place – Sophia Howard – UK
- 1st place – Camelia Ionelia Burlacu – Spain
Division 2
- 3rd place – Barbara Szollosi – Hungary
- 2nd place – Anna Sosina – USA
- 1st place – Jamie Lee-Donnelly – UK
Division 3
- 3rd place – Silvia Gago López – Spain
- 2nd place – Mino Vo – UK
- 1st place – Petra Szabo – Hungary
SALON NAILS
Division 1
- 3rd place – Mihaela Pirliteanu – United Kingdom
- 2nd place – Laima Stankeviciene – United Kingdom
- 1st place – Dovile Milce – United Kingdom
Division 2
- 3rd place – Albana Skabona – Italy
- 2nd place – Katalin Dobo – United Kingdom
- 1st place – Patrycja Sarat-Kuboń
Division 3
- 3rd place – Natalia Trefon – Poland
- 2nd place – Deborah Cocco – Italy
- 1st place – Olena Ozman – Germany
REALITY NAILS
Division 1
- 3rd place – Trang Anh Hood – USA
- 2nd place – Kate Pham – USA
- 1st place – Theresa Nguyen-Le – USA
Division 2
- 3rd place – Barbara Szollosi – Hungary
- 2nd place – Marika Dimitrovska – UK
- 1st place – Jamie-Lee Donnelly – UK
Division 3
- 3rd place – Mino Vo – UK
- 2nd place – Petra Szabo – UK
- 1st place – Deborah Cocco – Italy
THE JOY OF NAILS
Division 1
- 3rd place – Dovile Milce – United Kingdom
- 2nd place – Magdalena Dabrowska – Poland
- 1st place – Rosy Rangel – Mexico
Division 2
- 3rd place – Rubi Montano – Mexico
- 2nd place – Albana Skabona – Italy
- 1st place – Mariana Costirco – United Kingdom
Division 3
- 3rd place – Mino Vo – United Kingdom
- 2nd place – Silvia Barbetti – Italy
- 1st place – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
MIXED MEDIA BOXED ART
Division 1
- 3rd place – Jimmy Bui – UK
- 2nd place – Mei Kwan Leung – Australia
- 1st place – Orsolya Dobos – Hungary
Division 2
- 3rd place – Sandie Jelsborg – Denmark
- 2nd place – Nami Suetake – Japan
- 1st place – Barbara Szollosi – Hungary
Division 3
- 3rd place – Vanessa Grossi – Italy
- 2nd place – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
- 1st place – Ismael Camero – Mexico
FANTASY COMPLETE LOOK
Division 3
- 3rd place – Alice Nali – United Kingdom
- 2nd place – Mino Vo – United Kingdom
- 1st place – Ismael Camero – Mexico
FLAT ART
Division 1
- 3rd place – Jimmy Bui – UK
- 2nd place – Ngoc Pham – New Zealand
- 1st place – Olivia Castillo – Phillippines
Division 2
- 3rd place – Jamie-Lee Donnelly – UK
- 1st place – Emma Laverton – UK
Division 3
- 3rd place – Nicolas Paggi – Argentina
- 2nd place – Giulia Rebellato – Italy
- 1st place – Ismael Camero – Mexico
PERFECT MATCH
Division 1
- 3rd place – Mihaela Pirliteanu – United Kingdom
Division 2
- 3rd place – Albana Skabona – Italy
- 2nd place – Patrycja Sarat-Kuboń – Poland
Division 3
- 3rd place – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
- 2nd place – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 1st place – Deborah Cocco – Italy
INVENT A NAIL SHAPE
Division 1
- 3rd place – Trang Anh Hood – USA
- 2nd place – Nicole Vassallo – Australia
- 1st place – Nozi Brandel – Israel
Division 2
- 3rd place – Marika Dimitrovska – UK
- 2nd place – Lyubov Tudakova – Russian Federation
- 1st place – Mariana Costirco – UK
Division 3
- 3rd place – Loi Van Nguyen – UK
- 2nd place – Annie Pham – UK
- 1st place – Mino Vo – UK
FRENCH TWIST
Division 1
- 3rd place – Laura-Oline Kahr Østeregaard
- 2nd place – Mihaela Pirliteanu – United Kingdom
- 1st place – Magdalena Dabrowska – Poland
Division 2
- 3rd place – Patrycja Sarat-Kuboń – Poland
- 2nd place – Mariana Costirco – United Kingdom
- 1st place – Albana Skabona – Italy
Division 3
- 3rd place – Ilaria Santi – Italy
- 2nd place – Deborah Cocco – Italy
- 1st place – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
ART ON NAILS
Division 1
- 3rd place – Anikó Henrieett Széll – Hungary
- 2nd place – Nicole Vassallo – Australia
- 1st place – Hoa Mai Tran – Australia
Division 2
- 3rd place – Elizaveta Bekker – UK
- 2nd place – Ann Nguyen – Australia
- 1st place – Marian Costirco – UK
Division 3
- 3rd place – Silvia Gago López – Spain
- 2nd place – Mino Vo – UK
- 1st place – Loi Van Nguyen – UK
DESIGN NAIL FOR AN ALBUM COVER
Division 1
- 3rd place – Anikó Henriett Széll – Hungary
- 2nd place – Maayan Karchevski – Israel
- 1st place – Camelia Ionelia Burlacu – Spain
Division 2
- 3rd place – Edit Leszkoczi – Hungary
- 2nd place – Maria Isabel Cubano – USA
- 1st place – Mónika Kis-Szlavenka – Hungary
Division 3
- 3rd place – Laura Családi – Hungary
- 2nd place – Silvia Gago López
- 1st place – Nicolas Paggi – Argentina
POSTER MANICURE
Division 1
- 3rd place – Edina Botos – Hungary
- 2nd place – Ildikó Járfás – Hungary
- 1st place – Viktória Kolarics – Hungary
Division 2
- 3rd place – Laura Pote – UK
- 2nd place – Anita Mónika Kovács – Hungary
- 1st place – Adrienn Barta – Hungary
Division 3
- 3rd place – Réka Oláh – Hungary
- 2nd place – Marta Kolodziejczyk – Poland
- 1st place – Laura Családi – Hungary
EXTREME POSTER STYLING
Division 1
- 3rd place – Ekaterina Moor – Russian Federation
- 2nd place – Dominika Baki – Poland
- 1st place – Cintia Komenda – Hungary
Division 2
- 3rd place – Mariana Costirco – UK
- 2nd place – Barbara Csicsay – Slovakia
- 1st place – Federica Rubeca – Italy
Division 3
- 3rd place – Georgina Takacs – UK
- 2nd place – Éva Pásztorné Balog – Hungary
- 1st place – Melinda Tamas – Hungary
L&P ACRYLIC SCULPTURE
Division 1
- 3rd place – Rosy Rangel – Mexico
- 2nd place – Magdalena Dabrowska – Poland
- 1st place – Mihaela Pirliteanu – United Kingdom
Division 2
- 3rd place – Albana Skabona – Italy
- 2nd place – Patrycja Sarat-Kuboń – Poland
- 1st place – Mariana Costirco – United Kingdom
Division 3
- 3rd place – Deborah Cocco – Italy
- 2nd place – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark
- 1st place – Olena Oezman – Germany
UV/LED GEL TIP & OVERLAY
Division 1
- 3rd place – Laura-Oline Kahr Østergaard – Denmark
- 2nd place – Dovile Milce – United Kingdom
- 1st place – Mihaela Pirliteanu – United Kingdom
Division 2
- 3rd place – Mariana Costirco – United Kingdom
- 2nd place – Albana Skabona – Italy
- 1st place – Patrycja Sarat-Kuboń – Poland
Division 3
- 3rd place – Deborah Cocco – Italy
- 2nd place – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
- 1st place – Olena Oezman – Germany
STILETTO NAILS
Division 1
- 3rd place – Laura-Oline Kahr Østergaard – Denmark
- 2nd place – Magdalena Dabrowska – Poland
- 1st place – Mihaela Pirliteanu – United Kingdom
Division 2
- 3rd place – Albana Skabona – Italy
- 2nd place – Katalin Dobo – United Kingdom
- 1st place – Mariana Costirco – United Kingdom
Division 3
- 3rd place – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
- 2nd place – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 1st place – Deborah Cocco – Italy
ART WINNER OF WINNERS
Division 1 – Magdalena Dabrowska – Poland (121 points)
Division 2 – Barbara Szollosi – Hungary (150 points)
Division 3 – Mino Vo – United Kingdom (299 points)
TOP UK TECH
Division 1 – Mihaela Pirliteanu (323 points)
Division 2 – Mariana Costirco (398 points)
Division 3 – Mino Vo (556 points)
TEAM TROPHY
Division 3 – Team Italy (2374 points)
WINNER OF WINNERS
Division 1 – Magdalena Dabrowska – Poland (341 points)
Division 2 – Mariana Costirco – United Kingdom (417 points)
Division 3 – Deborah Cocco – Italy (491 points)
OVERALL INDIVIDUAL TOP SCORER
Mino Vo – United Kingdom (942 points)
THE 1st AMERICAS CUP
Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
THE 2ND EUROPEAN CUP
Deborah Cocco – Italy (586 points)
THE 5th GLOBAL CUP
Olena Oezman – Germany (1152 points)
With thanks to the sponsors of Nailympia London 2023: Look Envy, Staleks Pro, Glitterbels, Willow Academy, Aleana Hand, Gelish, Artistic Nail Design, Entity, OPI, REM.
Nailympia London is in association with Scratch magazine.
The next Nailympia will be held in Germany, 22-24 March. For more information, click here.
Nailympia Columbus 2023: THE RESULTS
The results are in for Nailympia Columbus 2023
Premiere Columbus, Ohio, hosted the first edition of Nailympia Columbus, 8-9 October 2023. The nail competition welcomed techs from across the globe, who competed across 10 categories in three divisions.
Points from Nailympia San Antonio were added to those accrued from Nailympia Columbus to determine thee first winner of the Nailympia Premiere Cup.
The judging panel included John Hauk (USA), Emily Korikian (USA/Armenia), Holly Schippers (USA), Jaime Schrabeck (USA), Linda Gilbride (USA), MaeLing Parrish (USA), Serge Korchagin (USA) & Vitaly Solomonoff (USA).
OVERALL INDIVIDUAL TOP SCORER
Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
743 points
FLAT ART
Division 1
- 1st – Jay Arthur – USA
Division 3
- 1st – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
RUNWAY NAILS
Division 1
- 2nd – Kaidenn Heath – USA
Division 3
- 2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
REALITY NAILS
Division 3
- 1st – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
- 2nd – Olena Oezman – Germany
THE JOY OF NAILS
Division 1
- 2nd – Jay Arthur – USA
Division 2
- 1st – Anastasiia Rozdobukto – USA
- 3rd – London Ward – USA
Division 3
- 1st – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
- 2nd- Olena Oezman – Germany
SALON NAILS
Division 2
- 3rd – Anastasiia Rozdobukto – USA
Division 3
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
INVENT A NAIL SHAPE
Division 3
- 2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
L&P ACRYLIC SCULPTURE
Division 3
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
L&P ACRYLIC TIP & OVERLAY
Division 3
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
L&P ACRYLIC PERFECT MATCH
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
STILETTO NAILS
Division 2
- 2nd – Anastasiia Rozdobutko – USA
- 3rd – Naquillah Foekler – USA
Division 3
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
Nailympia San Antonio 2023: THE RESULTS
The results are in for the first Nailympia San Antonio 2023
- 3rd – Provy McClellen – USA
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 3rd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
- 3rd – Provy McClellen – USA
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
- 3rd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 3rd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
- 1st – Mari Le – USA
- 1st – Provy McClellen – USA
- 2nd – Ana Vega – USA
- 3rd – Syreeta Aaron – USA
- 1st – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 2nd – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 3rd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
- 1st – Syreeta Aaron – USA
- 2nd – Provy McClellen – USA
- 3rd – Ana Vega – USA
- 1st – Anastasia Totty – USA
- 2nd – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 3rd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
- 1st – Provy McClellen – USA
- 2nd – Anna Sosina – USA
- 3rd – Ana Vega – USA
- 1st – Anastasia Totty – USA
- 2nd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 3rd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
Division 2
- 1st – Syreeta Aaron – USA
- 2nd – Ana Vega – USA
- 3rd – Anna Sosina – USA
- 1st – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
- 2nd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 3rd – Anastasia Totty – USA
- 1st – Provy McClellen – USA
- 2nd – Thao Pham – USA
- 3rd – Tammy Mazzaferro – USA
- 1st – Anastasia Totty – USA
- 2nd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 3rd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
- 1st – Ana Vega – USA
- 1st – Anastasia Totty – USA
- 2nd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 2nd – Ana Vega – USA
- 3rd – Provy McClellen – USA
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 3rd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – Ireland
- 2nd – Alexandra Podgorny – USA
- 3rd – Provy McClellen – USA
- 1st – Olena Oezman – Germany
- 2nd – Katie Nguyen – USA
- 3rd – Katarzyna Kruszynka – USA
Nailympia London 2023 is set to be our biggest EVER competition!
Nailympia London’s online categories recently closed with an unprecedented number of entries! With 363 places taken across 8 competition categories, the judges are definitely going to have their hands full this year!
As judging for the online categories gets underway, we turn our attention to the fantastic live arena categories we have taking place at London ExCel (new location) on Sunday 15th & Monday 16th October 2023. Our arena will be hosted at the Olympia Beauty show for the 19th year, attracting a global audience of beauty professionals and giving our competitors the show experience, alongside the competition.
This year we have 9 live arena categories taking place including:
- Gel Polish Manicure (Sun 15 Oct)
- UV Gel Tip & Overlay (Sun 15 Oct)
- L&P Sculpture (Sun 15 Oct)
- Perfect Match (Sun 15 Oct)
- The Joy Of Nails (Sun 15 Oct)
- French Twist (Sun 15 Oct)
- Salon Nails (Mon 16 Oct)
- Stiletto Nails (Mon 16 Oct)
- Fantasy Complete Look (Mon 16 Oct)
Entry for these categories will close at 11.59pm BST on Friday 29th September, but please be aware – ALL LIVE CATEGORIES HAVE LIMITED SPACE so your favourite categories may close sooner if they are sold out. Click here to enter today!
The full schedule for the live arena categories can be found here: www.nailympia.com/london/itinerary
Following these fantastic competition categories will be our Live Awards Show taking place on stage at Olympia Beauty on Monday 16 October at 4pm BST. This show will see us awarding 15 trophies, 90 gold medals, 60 silver medals and 60 bronze medals.
The trophies at Nailympia London include our Winner of Winners, Art Winner of Winners, Team Trophy, UK Top Tech, Individual Overall Top Scorer, Global Cup and the European Cup. We’ll also have a fantastic goody bag for every competitor with gifts from our incredible lineup of sponsors.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Nailympia London – register for your place here: www.nailympia.com/london/entry
Nailympia London is in association with Scratch
In partnership with REM and Olympia Beauty and sponsored by Gelish, OPI, Entity, Artistic Nails, Aleana Hand, Willow, Glitterbels, Staleks Pro and Look Envy.
If you’d like to sponsor Nailympia London please email scott.derbyshire@scratchmagazine.co.uk
Nailympia Orlando 2023: The Results
The third edition of Nailympia Orlando welcomed 60 competitors from nine countries, who took an impressive 265 competition seats.
Hosted by Premiere Orlando, the event took place 4-5 June and was sponsored by Le Chat Nails, Chisel Nail Art and Spa Equipment & Furniture, with CND as product sponsor and Scratch magazine as media partner.
Check out the results…
TOP INDIVIDUAL SCORER
Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland – 759 points
WINNER OF WINNERS
Division 1
Jovanca Solognier Hoek – Aruba
Division 2
Katie Nguyen – USA
Division 3
Deborah Cocco – Italy
ART WINNER OF WINNERS
Division 1
Jessica Masker – USA
Division 2
Ana Vega – USA
Division 3
Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
TOP USA TECH
Division 1
Victoria Walsh – USA
Division 2
Vuong Ho – USA
Division 3
Quang Nguyen – USA
EXTREME POSTER
Division 1
3rd – Jessica Masker – USA
2nd – Sylwia Kowalek-Szajda – Poland
1st – Angelika Szadkowska – Poland
Division 2
3rd – Samantha Ownby – USA
2nd – Ana Vega – USA
1st – Katie Nguyen – USA
Division 3
3rd – Lena Kurach – Poland
2nd – Anna Goronska – Poland
1st – Kamila Wojtynka – Poland
REALITY NAIL ART
Division 1
2nd – Jessica Masker – USA
1st – Jovanca Solognier Hoek – Aruba
Division 2
3rd – Amanda Sosnowski – Canada
2nd – Lecah Maloney – Trinidad
1st – Vuong Ho – USA
Division 3
3rd – Sara Steinbrink – USA
2nd – Deborah Cocco – Italy
1st – Joanna Tylkowska-Witas – Poland
FLAT ART
Division 1
3rd – Jovanca Solognier Hoek – Aruba
2nd – Victoria Walsh – USA
1st – Livia Hamori – Hungary
Division 2
3rd – Ana Vega – USA
2nd – Amanda Sosnowski – Canada
1st – Loysbell Alfonso – USA
Division 3
3rd – Jesse Bruner – USA
2nd – Barbara Ujvari – Hungary
1st – Bettina Marton – Hungary
THE JOY OF NAILS
Division 1
3rd – Victoria Walsh – USA
2nd – Phuong Nguyen – USA
1st – Jessica Masker – USA
Division 2
3rd – Vuong Ho – USA
2nd – Maria Duran – USA
1st – Monika Cornier – USA
Division 3
3rd – Deborah Cocco – Italy
2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
1st – Anastasia Totty – USA
RUNWAY NAILS
Division 1
3rd – Jessica Masker – USA
2nd – Deyis De Avila – USA
1st – Jovanca Solognier Hoek – Aruba
Division 2
3rd – Monika Cornier – USA
2nd – Maria Isabel Cubano Fontanez – USA
1st – Katie Nguyen – USA
Division 3
3rd – Anastasia Totty – USA
2nd – Kelsey McQuay – USA
1st – Amber Mooney – Ireland
INVENT A NAIL SHAPE
Division 1
3rd – Jessica Masker – USA
2nd – Anna Sosina – USA
1st – Jovanca Solognier Hoek – Aruba
Division 2
3rd – Ana Vega – USA
2nd – Jacqueline Elmore – USA
1st – Katie Nguyen – USA
Division 3
3rd – Anna Goronska – Poland
2nd – Alexandra Mehesz – Hungary
1st – Anastasia Totty – USA
L&P TIP & OVERLAY
Division 1
3rd – Victoria Walsh – USA
Division 2
3rd – Vuong Ho – USA
2nd – Ana Vega – USA
1st – Katie Nguyen – USA
Division 3
3rd – Iuliia Nesterova – USA
2nd – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
L&P SCULPTURE
Division 1
3rd – Jovanca Solognier Hoek – Aruba
2nd – Jessica Masker – USA
1st – Victoria Walsh – USA
Division 2
3rd – Jackson Pham – USA
2nd – Vuong Ho – USA
1st – Tiffany Bui – USA
Division 3
3rd – Iuliia Nesterova – USA
2nd – Lena Kurach Kozlowska – Poland
1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
L&P PERFECT MATCH
Division 1
1st – Victoria Walsh – USA
Division 2
3rd – Ana Vega – USA
2nd – Josephine Cruz – USA
1st – Vuong Ho – USA
Division 3
3rd – Gabriella Kovács – Hungary
2nd – Magdalena Mysliweic – Poland
1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
SALON NAILS
Division 1
3rd – Phoebe Baker – USA
2nd – Jessica Masker – USA
1st – Jovanca Solognier Hoek – Aruba
Division 2
3rd – Maria Duran – USA
2nd – Jackson Pham – USA
1st – Tiffany Bui – USA
Division 3
3rd – Iuliia Nesterova – USA
2nd – Lena Kurach Kozlowska – Poland
1st – Joanna Tylowska-Witas – Poland
STILETTO NAILS
Division 1
2nd – Jessica Masker – USA
1st – Victoria Walsh – USA
Division 2
3rd – Josephine Cruz – USA
2nd – Vuong Ho – USA
1st – Katie Nguyen – USA
Division 3
3rd – Magdalena Mysliwiec – Poland
2nd – Lena Kurach Kozlowska – Poland
1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
Nailympia Competitions global director, Alex Fox
CND’s Jan Arnold presents Katarzyna Kursynska of Ireland with the Top Individual Scorer award
An electric 2nd edition of Nailympia Germany in 2023
Nailympia Germany 2023 took place from the 31st of March until the 2nd of April 2023 at Beauty Düsseldorf, hosted in cooperation between Nailympia, SNI and Beauty Düsseldorf. The live event attracted over 83 competitors and the online categories 25 competitors. This totaled 108 competitors worldwide representing 4 continents, 23 countries and 470 entries across 17 categories – 12 live competitions and 5 online. The online version of 5 categories for those who could not attend the live event in Düsseldorf helped create the first hybrid competition for Nailympia Germany, which allowed those that could not travel to also take part.
All winners were announced on Sunday, the 2nd of April 2023 on stage at Beauty Düsseldorf in hall 12 on the Beautyfull stage nail, in association with Nailympia and SNI.
Organizers, Stefanie Lo Re and Ivonne Voigt state, “Hosting the 2nd edition of Nailympia Germany again has been a wonderful experience. The global director Alex Fox hosted Nailympia in Mexico in December 2022 together with Dafne Fernandez and in Orlando, USA, and London by herself. We were happy to have Alex Fox also in Germany present alongside organizers and judges.
The buzz was electric in the arena, the judges arrived a day earlier and were desperate to get onto the floor and feel the vibe, see the competitors, and immerse themselves in nails. This was a very uplifting event, hosted during very challenging times for the global industry and beyond. However, ‘nails’ was on the menu and ‘nails’ did not disappoint. There was superb comradery across the floor and intense, skillful nail work undertaken. It was a blessed experience for all and gave us all the boost we were searching for. Like-minded people, together for three days in the name of ‘nails’ was a truly motivating shared experience.
Alex Fox, global director, Nailympia Competitions
“We could not have imagined in our wildest dreams such a huge amount of competitors for the second Nailympia Germany event. Moving from 48 to over 100 in one year was such a positive response from the global competitor community. We were literally astounded to find 24 countries represented, which filled the team with hope for the future of nail competitions and the industry as a whole. During the three-day event, social media posts, generated by the spectators, competitors, judges and the Nailympia team, were flying around the world, giving it a global audience attracting wide reaching interest. The competitors, as expected, delighted with their imaginative, skillful and original artworks, while keeping the atmosphere composed, yet serious with strong focus alongside some light-hearted interludes. It really was a sensational event to kick off the Nailympia 2023 calendar, leaving the team excited for the year ahead and for the positivity it has garnered across the worldwide nail industry.”
Stefanie Lo Re, organiser Nailympia Germany
“Back in 2022 when we started organising Nailympia Germany 2023 I never imagined that it would reach such success. Every competitor and their models were so lovely and dedicated throughout the three-days.
“My goal for 2023 was that people felt welcomed and treated fairly. I was very happy to see that they also enjoyed making new connections and we all became like a family. It was exciting that the arena attracted the interest of international industry players who were at Beauty Düsseldorf seeking news ways to grow and improve their own respective nail industries.
“The blend of both floor and booth judges was in itself a special recipe for success and many new relationships were forged. I’m so excited for the future of Nailympia Germany and Nailympia Competitions worldwide.”
We’re excited to announce the winners of this year’s Nailympia Germany, which are:
INDIVIDUAL TOP SCORER
Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
WINNER OF WINNERS
Division 1 – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
Division 2 – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
Division 3 – Deborah Cocco – Italy
ART WINNER OF WINNERS
Division 1 – Valeria Piccione – Italy
Division 2 – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
Division 3 – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
GERMAN CUP WINNER
Division 1
1st – Marta Kalamaijka
2nd – Katharina Bienemann
3rd – Vlada Lysko
Division 2
1st – Michaela Saadeh
Division 3
1st – Olena Özman
2nd – Johanna Stampka
3rd – Tatyana Texter
TEAM TROPHY
Division 3 – Team Italy
GEL POLISH MANICURE
Division 1
1st – Natalia Gedik – Turkey
2nd – Carlotta Silveri – Italy
3rd – Giulia Amato – Italy
Division 2
1st – Giulia Rebellato – Italy
2nd – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
3rd – Valentina Ruffaldi – Italy
Division 3
1st – Kamila Wojtynka – Poland
2nd – Lena Kurach – Poland
3rd – Olena Özman – Germany
UV/LED GEL TIP & OVERLAY
Division 1
1st – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
2nd – Denise Castelnuovo – Italy
3rd – Veronica Morgera – Italy
Division 2
1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
2nd – Valentina Federici – Italy
3rd – Michaela Saadeh – Germany
Division 3
1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
2nd – Lena Kurach – Poland
3rd – Olena Özman – Germany
UV/LED GEL SCULPTURE
Division 1
1st – Sara Ceraglia (Italy)
2nd – Linda Roda (Italy)
3rd – Denise Castelnuovo (Italy)
Division 2
1st – Francesca Paliotto – (Italy)
2nd – Valentina Federici – (Italy)
3rd – Michaela Saadeh – Germany)
Division 3
1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
2nd – Olena Özman – Germany
3rd – Lena Kurach – Poland
PERFECT MATCH UV/LED GEL
Division 1
1st – Denise Castelnouvo – Italy
2nd – Linda Roda – Italy
3rd – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
Division 2
1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
2nd – Valentina Federici – Italy
3rd – Michaela Saadeh – Germany
Division 3
1st – Lena Kurach – Poland
2nd – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark
3rd – Marlene Bech – Denmark
L&P ACRYLIC TIP & OVERLAY
Division 1
1st – Veronica Morgera – Italy
2nd – Linda Roda – Italy
3rd – Sara Ceraglia -Italy
Division 2
1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
2nd – Valentina Federici – Italy
3rd – Michaela Saadeh – Germany
Division 3
1st – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark
2nd – Deborah Cocco – Italy
3rd – Olena Özman – Germany
L&P ACRYLIC SCULPTURE
Division 1
1st – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
2nd – Veronica Morgera – Italy
3rd – Linda Roda – Italy
Division 2
1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
2nd – Valentina Federici – Italy
3rd – Minna Ukskoski – Finland
Division 3
1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
2nd – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark
3rd – Johanna Stampka – Germany
PERFECT MATCH L&P ACRYLIC
Division 1
1st – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
2nd – Albana Skabona – Italy
3rd – Linda Roda – Italy
Division 2
1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
2nd – Valentina Federici – Italy
3rd – Minna Ukskoski – Finland
Division 3
1st – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark
2nd – Deborah Cocco – Italy
3rd – Päivi Kurman – Finland
SALON NAILS
Division 1
1st – Natalia Gedik – Turkey
2nd – Veronica Morgera – Italy
3rd – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
Division 2
1st – Valentina Federici – Italy
2nd – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
3rd – Valentina Ruffaldi – Italy
Division 3
1st – Kamila Wojtynka – Poland
2nd – Silvia Barbetti – Italy
3rd – Olena Özman – Italy
REALITY NAILS
Division 1
1st – Valeria Piccione – Italy
2nd – Agnieszka Kasperczak – Germany
3rd – Gita Schröder – Switzerland
Division 2
1st – Giulia Rebellato – Italy
2nd – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
3rd – Susan Strijbosch – Netherlands
Division 3
1st – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
2nd – Deborah Cocco – Italy
3rd – Olena Özman – Germany
THE JOY OF NAILS
Division 1
1st – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
2nd – Denise Castelnuovo – Italy
3rd – Carlotta Silveri – Italy
Division 2
1st – Giulia Rebellato – Italy
2nd – Valentina Federici – Italy
3rd – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
Division 3
1st – Olena Özman – Germany
2nd – Deborah Cocco – Italy
3rd – Meri-Tuuli Hakamaa – Finland
MIXED MEDIA
Division 1
1st – Valeria Piccione – Italy
2nd – Giulia Amato – Italy
Division 2
1st – Giulia Rebellato – Italy
3rd – Nami Suetake – Japan
Division 3
1st – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
2nd – Jenny Nguyen – Vietnam
3rd – Nicolas Paggi – Argentina
FLAT ART
Division 1
1st – Dorottya Orban – Austria
2nd – Carlotta Silveri – Italy
3rd – Giulia Amato – Italy
Division 2
1st – Giulia Reballato – Italy
3rd – Michaela Saadeh – Germany
Division 3
1st – Isabella Caccamese – Italy
2nd – Jenny Nguyen – Vietnam
3rd – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
INVENT A NAIL SHAPE
Division 1
1st – Lyubov Frolova – Russia
2nd – Dijana Slamkova – Macedonia
3rd – Emma Brock – UK
Division 2
1st – Julia Andreeva – Russia
2nd – Lyubov Tudakova – Russia
3rd – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
Division 3
1st – Tatyana Texter – Germany
2nd – Guilia Candido – Italy
3rd – Michaela Malinová – France
EXTREME NAIL POSTER
Division 1
1st – Dorottya Orban – Austria
2nd – Judit Gulyás-Bartus – Hungary
3rd – Gyöngyike Paksi – Slovakia
Division 2
1st – Tien Ahn Lam – UK
2nd – Barbara Csicsayova – Slovakia
3rd – Renata Keresztúry – Hungary
Division 3
1st – Angela Wilden – Luxembourg
2nd – Dóra Báder – Hungary
3rd – Kamila Wojtynka – Poland
RUNWAY NAILS
Division 1
1st – Denise Castelnouvo – Italy
2nd – Valeria Piccione – Italy
3rd – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
Division 2
1st – Guilia Rebellato – Italy
2nd – Susan Strijbosch – The Netherlands
3rd – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
Division 3
1st – Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland
2nd – Anita Chahal – UK
3rd – Amber Mooney – Ireland
FRENCH TWIST 5 Shape Challenge
Division 1
1st – Sara Ceraglia – Italy
2nd – Linda Roda – Italy
3rd – Denise Castelnuovo – Italy
Division 2
1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
2nd – Valentina Federici – Italy
3rd – Valentina Ruffaldi – Italy
Division 3
1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
2nd – Magdalena Mysliwiec – Poland
3rd – Olena Özman – Germany
STILETTO NAILS
Division 1
1st – Linda Roda – Italy
2nd – Denise Castelnuovo – Italy
3rd – Carlotta Silveri – Italy
Division 2
1st – Valentina Federici – Italy
2nd – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
3rd – Valentina Ruffaldi – Italy
Division 3
1st – Daria Proia – Italy
2nd – Deborah Cocco – Italy
3rd – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark
We would like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful judges who are all industry experts and educators, most with over 10 years’ experience. The full judging line-up for 2023 included:
Anneke van der Sar – Netherlands
Zrinka Vuksan – Croatia/Canada
Tamara Bhagoe – Netherlands
Frederic Edange – France
Madelene Wolf – Sweden
Tatiana Litvinov – Romania
Linn Himberg Larsen – Norway
Joanna Bandurska – Poland
Without the Floor judge Team, we couldn´t have done it, thank you for your hard work:
Liesbeth van Langelaan – Netherlands
Emma Harris – Ireland
Natalie Hofmann – Switzerland
Angela Jansen – Germany
Katja Piontek – Germany
Jessica Djohar – Germany
Melanie Lück – Germany
The most important part belongs to Darren Vick our scoring manager, you did an incredible job, thank you so much.
Nailympia Germany is a partnership between Nailympia, SNI and the Messe Düsseldorf, if it takes place in 2024 and returns for the 3rd edition.
The competition this year was in association with Scratch magazine, Nailympia, Beauty Düsseldorf, SNI and sponsored by Astonishing, Diana Hattwig Collection, DNA, For your inspiration by Ström, George Natural Nail Academy and Nail Knowledge, Nail Selection, SNI, Society Beauty & Nails, Muzar/Chiyan and VETO.
During all three days we also had a fantastic line up for the Beautyfull stage adjacent to Nailympia Germany. International experts gave presentations throughout each day on new techniques, products, ideas and shared their knowledge. For the first time the presentations were held in English and German.
Visit the gallery for pictures of all of the winning nails!
Nailympia & Premiere strengthen partnership for 2023 with 4 USA locations
Nailympia Competitions, the globally renowned competition organisation for nail professionals, is expanding into three further locations for 2023, owing to a strengthened partnership with Informa Markets.
The success of the Nailympia Orlando 2019 and 2022 editions will see Nailympia Competitions at beauty exhibitions in the following locations, in line with the Premiere group’s growth across the USA:
Nailympia Anaheim 2-3 April
Nailympia Orlando 4-5 June
Nailympia San Antonio 1-2 October
Nailympia Columbus 8-9 October
This expansion comes at an exciting time, since Informa Markets announced earlier this year that it has partnered with the BolognaFiere Group and the Professional Beauty Association to deliver a landmark joint venture, promising an impressive series of beauty events in the US beauty market.
Nailympia Competitions will be hosted in seven locations for 2023; London, UK; Mexico City, Mexico; Düsseldorf, Germany, and Anaheim CA, Orlando FL, San Antonio TX and Columbus OH in the USA, in partnership with the world’s leading nail magazine, Scratch.
Each competition location will offer six live competitions on the show floor:
UV/LED Gel Tip & Overlay, L&P Acrylic Sculpture (with Perfect Match), The Joy of Nails, Stiletto Nails, Salon Nails & Reality Nails.
There will be four turn-in categories, comprising Flat Art, Runway Nails, Invent A Nail Shape and Extreme Nails Styling poster. All turn-in categories will have a theme that will be announced before each event and Reality Nails will be themed on the floor during the competition brief.
Click here for rules, regulations, address for postal entries, email for sending in jpeg for Extreme Poster Styling, deadlines & themes for Nailympia Anaheim. https://www.nailympia.com/anaheim/rules-regs/
Nailympia London themes for its online competitions
Invite this Wolf right up to your salon door
The first Nailympia global champion back in 2017, Sweden’s Madelene Wolf, has jumped into the slipstream of her success and launched a new nail system with education, known as Wolf.
“For a long time, I dreamt of having all the best materials gathered in one place instead of having to look for products I like from different suppliers,” reveals Madelene. “I also wanted to help others work with the best products in as simple a way as possible.”
Working alongside chemists since 2019, the Wolf nail system began its development journey with a vision of producing high quality products with fine pigments. Durability on the nail was another important factor for Madelene throughout the manufacturing process. “When I started my brand, it was not only to offer high-quality products that create beautiful and personalised nails, but also to help other nail therapists become the best in the world at their craft,” enthuses Madelene. “This is why I offer professional nail products and diploma courses in nail design at my Wolf Nail Academy, resulting in world class nails. People don’t really buy the products, they buy the purpose of them and the results they get.”
With an already saturated market, Madelene affirms she was guided by needing, “The best products for sale, salons and students. When I couldn’t find the level of quality on the market I required, I decided to produce my own.”
Training in nails back in 1996, this world class nail stylist from Gothenburg, has been working with nails ever since. “After being hired at various salons, I’ve had my own salon and school since 2008,” cites Madelene. “I train future nail therapists at the Madelene Wolf Nail Academy, however, no matter how much I think I know, I will never be fully trained and, as I love learning new techniques and shapes, I also make sure I regularly take courses myself.”
Reflecting on her journey into nails, Madelene fondly recalls, “I’ve been interested in nails since childhood when I would glue pieces of tape together, then cut them out to put on my nails. I then borrowed my mum’s red nail polish and thought the finished product looked great.”
Getting hooked on the idea of nails as a career was born from Madelene’s regular nail appointment leading her into a beginners’ nail course. “I thought nails looked like so much fun, so I went on a course and found it a great way to channel my creativity. I then decided to get further education.”
Climbing to the top of an industry ladder means taking education seriously, and as such, Madelene made it her mission to train with the best. Citing Najet Hamila Strand, Tom Holcomb and David Fowler, among a long list of industry greats, Madelene highlights, “If I have to pinpoint one industry professional I currently admire, it would be Olena Oezman, for her great passion for perfection. I can’t stop looking at her nails! But I also admire those who dare to follow their dreams and never give up, those who enter competitions and continue to take courses to keep improving.”
Proving that competing in nails can have a profound and positive effect on a nail career, Madelene notes her competition career (2001-2017), has afforded industry recognition, world travel, networking and further training and now the advent of her own nail brand.
“My biggest career highlight was when I became Nailympia Winner of Winners (Div 3) in London 2014, and then Nailympia Global Champion 2017. That is hard to forget! My heart was pounding so hard, and for a second I thought I would pass out before the results were announced. Another highlight is all the nail courses I’ve had the opportunity to arrange around the world, and now I’ve finally followed my dream of starting a nail brand.”
Living by the doctrine of never giving up on her dreams and living in a state of self-belief, Madelene’s eye for perfection and precision, alongside her persistence and determination, have led to the birth of an elegant and stylish product line, which delivers, in her own words, “Durability on the nails, ease of use and smooth application, high colour pigmentation, with brushes carefully developed by my colleague, Sandra Bergstrand, who’s been extremely picky regarding their quality throughout the production process.”
The Wolf nail system currently presents UV/LED hard gel, UV/LED gel polish, L&P acrylic, nail art products, brushes and accessories. Team Wolf is now delving deep into the R&D for an acrygel product to join the Wolf nail pack.
“I want to reach the whole world with my products, work with those who are passionate about the same things as me and train even more nail therapists worldwide,” smiles Madelene. And offering her expert advice to aspiring nail professionals, she notes in closing, “You have to believe in yourself and never give up. Follow your dreams and goals!”