We are excited to announce the Session Hairdresser of the Year 2026 Nominees for HJ’s British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional.
One of the most hotly contested categories at HJ’s British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, Session Hairdresser of the Year recognises the creative vision and technical skill of hairdressers working outside of a salon environment.
The Session Hairdresser of the Year 2026 Nominees are...
Duffy
Peter Burkill
Syd Hayes
Nick Irwin
Tyler Johnston
Guido Palau
Eugene Souleiman
Anthony Turner
Experts including members of British Hairdressing Awards Hall of Fame - those who have won the same category on three occasions - along with international beauty press were invited to nominate.
Nominees must now submit eight of their favourite images from the last year. Their portfolio should include a variety of work, showcasing the breadth of the stylist’s creative and technical skills.
Need a reminder of the British Hairdresser of the Year nominees? Check them out here.
British Hairdressing Awards 2026: How to Enter
Not entered the specialist or regional categories yet? Entries are open for the British Hairdressing Awards 2026, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, so to be in with a chance of becoming a winner of your region or specialist category, enter now as entries close Friday 26 June at 5pm.
You can see the full list of categories here or keep scrolling to see them below.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the British Hairdressing Awards 2026 Deadline?
Entries for all Regional and Specialist categories must be submitted by Friday 26 June 2026 by 5pm.
Entries for the Nomination-Only categories must be submitted by Friday 11 September 2026 by 5pm.
When is the British Hairdressing Awards 2026 Ceremony?
The British Hairdressing Awards 2026 will be held on Monday 23 November 2026 at JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel, London.
What Categories Are There?
Nomination-Only Categories
British Hairdresser of the Year
Session Hairdresser of the Year
Regional Categories
Eastern Hairdresser of the Year
International Collection of the Year
London Hairdresser of the Year
Midlands Hairdresser of the Year
North Eastern Hairdresser of the Year
North Western Hairdresser of the Year
Northern Ireland Hairdresser of the Year
Scotland Hairdresser of the Year
Southern Hairdresser of the Year
South Western Hairdresser of the Year
Wales Hairdresser of the Year
Specialist Categories
Afro Hairdresser of the Year
Artistic Team of the Year
Avant Garde Hairdresser of the Year
Men’s Hairdresser of the Year
Newcomer of the Year
Trend Image of the Year
Schwarzkopf Professional British Colour Technician of the Year
Start your British Hairdressing Awards 2026 entry here – good luck!
British Hairdressing Awards Collection Inspo
If you are after some inspiration for your collection, be sure to check out the 2025 finalists’ collections here.
