sponsored by The Nail Lab

The Pedicurist of the Year is is a highly skilled professional who provides exceptional footcare and nail services. They offer a thorough, detailed assessment of each client's feet and nails, are able to identify natural nail issues and act on them appropriately. They give effective consultation and aftercare services and are conscious of the long-term health of the feet and nails. 

Pedicure treatments are tailored to the needs of the client; products are chosen carefully and used appropriately and the pro adheres to the highest standards of hygiene and safety. The nail pro's product application ensures a pleasing finish: of nails, skin and heels.

What happens next? When entry closes on 15 March, all applications will be assessed. Five finalists in this category will be revealed on 6 April, and receive an email with details of a practical nail task. This must be completed live at the Scratch Stars judging day at Trafford & Stockport College (Stockport campus) on Monday 11 May. The scores from this will determine the winner, who will be announced at The Scratch Stars Party in London on 5 July.