The British Hairdressing Awards 2018 Winners Revealed!

The biggest names in the hairdressing industry gathered in central London last night to celebrate Hairdressers Journal International’s British Hairdressing Awards 2018, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional. The ceremony recognises the abundance of talent that keeps the UK at the forefront of the hairdressing world each year. HJ’s executive director Jayne Lewis-Orr welcomed guests alongside Schwarzkopf Professional’s outgoing general manager Stuart Hamid to London's Grosvenor House Hotel.

Jayne said: “Those lucky enough to pick up an award tonight represent all that is great about British hairdressing and this event is all about the finalists and nominees here this evening so I would like to add my congratulations to them all.”

Morning TV favourite Rylan hosted the evening with his charm and wit. For the second year running, longstanding sponsor Schwarzkopf Professional showcased its latest Young Artistic Team collection, directed by Tyler Johnston, which was a complete hit with the crowd. Noughties rock band Scouting for Girls got the crowd on their feet while performing their hits 'She’s So Lovely' and 'This Ain’t a Love Song'.

Then came the awards… The most prestigious award of the night, British Hairdresser of the Year, was awarded to Sally Brooks for the second year running. On her award, Sally said: “There's room for everyone in this industry and I think these awards highlight that." She thanked her dad, her partner, her business partner and photographer. She also gave a special thank you to Trevor Sorbie who trained her.

The Hall of Fame had three new entries this year with Suzie McGill, Rush Artistic Team and Charlotte Mensah.

Here are the best hairdressers of 2018 from across the UK:

REGIONAL CATEGORIES

Eastern Hairdresser of the Year Mary Geoghegan and Jessica Neil, KH Hair

London Hairdresser of the Year Philipp Haug, Toni & Guy - Sloan Square

Midlands Hairdresser of the Year Nicola Smyth, Nicola Smyth Award Winning Hair

North Eastern Hairdresser of the Year Isobel Eaton and Jesse Jackson, Russell Eaton

North Western Hairdresser of the Year Marcello Moccia and Karen Perry, Room97 Creative

Northern Ireland Hairdresser of the Year Damien Johnston, Pure Hair

Scottish Hairdresser of the Year Karen Thomson, KAM Hair & Body Spa

Southern Hairdresser of the Year Robert Masciave, Metropolis Hairdressing

Wales & South West Hairdresser of the Year Steven Smart, Smartest 73

Here are the best specialist hairdressers of 2018:

SPECIALIST CATEGORIES

Afro Hairdresser of the Year Michelle Thompson, Francesco Group – Birmingham

Artistic Team of the Year Marc Antoni Art Team, Marc Antoni

Avant-Garde Hairdresser of the Year Sylvestre Finold, Toni & Guy – Wimbledon

Men’s Hairdresser of the Year Desmond Murray, Atherton Cox

Newcomer of the Year Gianluca Caruso, Toni & Guy - North Audley Street, London

Schwarzkopf Professional British Colour Technician of the Year Robert Eaton, Russell Eaton