Nail brand launches UK ambassador search with £10k prize package up for grabs
By Helena Biggs | 28 October 2026 | Featured, News & Events
Portuguese nail, hair and make-up brand, Andreia Professional, is searching for a UK nail ambassador – and benefits include £10,000 worth of products.
“At Andreia Professional, we are committed to supporting nail techs and recognising talent, creativity and dedication within the industry,” shares Susana Palhares, the brand’s creative & marketing director.
“Through this ambassador search, we want to discover an inspiring professional who can represent our brand in the UK, share their expertise and build a genuine connection with the wider nail community.”
One winner will be selected for a one-year collaboration with Andreia Professional UK, commencing 1 January 2027. They will be named Andreia Professional UK nail ambassador and be given the opportunity to co-create a nail colour collection. In addition, the winner will also receive a Andreia Professional product allowance of up to £10,000 for the year; early access to information about new collections and launches; invitations to Andreia Professional events; regular training and promotion across social media.
Plus, five runners-up become Andreia Nail Friends, receiving five products every month for a year.
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How to enter
- Create an original nail look and share it on Instagram as a photo, carousel or reel.
- Tag @andreia.professional.uk and @scratchmagazine, and include #AndreiaUKNailAmbassadorSearch in the post caption.
- Post by 8 December 2026 at 23.59 GMT, and keep the post live until 23 December.
“Our ideal ambassador should combine strong technical skills with creativity, professionalism and a genuine passion for the nail industry,” Susana continues. “We are looking for someone who creates high-quality work, communicates confidently and authentically and shares Andreia Professional’s commitment to innovation, education and empowering beauty professionals.”
The competition is open to UK-based nail professionals aged 18+ and will be judged on skill by industry personnel including Susana Palhares, Sara Pinto – nail artist & Andreia Professional Academy manager, and Helena Biggs – editorial & partnerships director at Scratch.
