Finalists Announced for HJ’s Extensions Competition 2024, Sponsored by Great Lengths

Published 20th Sep 2024 by Chlo Weldon

We are thrilled to announce the finalists of HJ’s Extensions Competition 2024, sponsored by Great Lengths, who will be competing live at Salon International 2024. Have you got your tickets yet?

HJ’s Extensions Competition, sponsored by Great Lengths, challenges hair pros to show off their technical skills and creative abilities by demonstrating the most flawless and innovative application of extensions, ending in a live awards ceremony on the HJ Stage. The competition is split into two categories – Commercial and Creative.

Finalists are asked to present their completed and styled entry look in the Competition Area, and the winners will be announced on the HJ Stage at 17.15 on Sunday 13 October. Don’t forget to buy your Salon International tickets here!

So, without further ado, a huge congratulations goes to the following finalists…

The Finalists for HJ’s Extensions Competition 2024, Sponsored by Great Lengths

Commercial Category

Hollie Johnson

Karen Nolan

Lauren Palmer-Brown

Yuliia Popovych

Lorna Rofe

Poppy Saunders

Honor Webb

Kayley Williams

Creative Category

Erin Bridle

Natalya Knewstubb

Ashleigh Lawrence

Melanie McDonald

Emelye Pond

Zoë Rees

Jessica Ruth Afful

Claire Sims

The finalists will now join us live at Salon International to present their completed and styled entry look in front of a live judging panel. The winners will win a trip to Rome for a group tour of the Great Lengths production facility for two people, plus a £200 cash prize! Here’s a recap of the two categories and what you can expect to see…

HJ’s Extensions Competition 2024, Sponsored by Great Lengths – The Categories

Commercial Category – This category recognises stylists who create commercial looks that solve hair challenges for everyday clients with an extension service – creativity to demonstrate looks that address specific hair challenges, to ensure the client not only looks great but feels confident.

Creative Category – This category recognises stylists who create looks where colour and styling show no boundaries with an extension service. Break the norm – showcase innovative creations with a creative flair. Push the limits of conventional extension techniques to show unique and artistic looks.

Chlo Weldon

Chlo Weldon

Published 20th Sep 2024

Chlo writes regular content for the print magazine and website, as well as scheduling the content for HJ’s social media channels. Chlo has a master’s degree in Magazine Journalism and previously worked as Assistant Editor at craft magazine Tattered Lace. After moving to London from her small hometown to be part of the HJ team, she is loving every minute of being involved in the industry. She loves a good treatment and is on a mission for a longer and thicker mane.

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