Katie is a multi-award winning Nail Technician, Educator, owner of Katie Barnes Tool Range, and Competition Judge from England UK with over 13 years of industry experience.

Katie is highly respected in the industry and is passionate about improving industry standards, most recently creating her own Katie Barnes Tool Range. Katie is renowned for her experience and knowledge on the competition circuit and for perfecting and sharing her love and expertise for creating the perfectly structured enhancement. She has had her work and articles published in and on the covers of many beauty publications including a fortnightly Scratch Magazine Blog where she continues to share her tips and knowledge with techs.

Some of Katie’s accolades and awards include: Professional Beauty Nail Professional of the Year; Scratch Stars Nail Stylist of the Year, Shooting Star Award and Best Use of Social Media; Nailympia UK Top Tech Division 3; BABTAC Nail Technician of the Year; International Nail Art Master; International Nail Master; Top Tech Stiletto Nails and Top 10 NAILS Next Top Nail Artist.