The finalists for the Wella Professionals TrendVision Award 2026 have officially been announced – which means the countdown to the live final on Monday 14 September 2026 is on.
The TrendVision Award has gained a reputation in the industry as being a one of the most prestigious hair competitions, which offers a platform to rising talent and celebrates artistry, innovation, and the bright future of hairdressing. For many, this is the platform that discovers talent and delivers an incredible stepping stone to push creative boundaries.
This year’s final has a fresh new format, elevating Wella Professionals’ leading, iconic hair competition into an unforgettable evening spectacle. Taking place on the evening of Monday 14 September at Town Hall by Bottaccio, the event blends competition, creativity and celebration like never before. For the first time, the TrendVision Award Final will be hosted at House of Wella – a two-day spectacular event that will celebrate the latest launches, collections and industry innovations from Wella Professionals, Sebastian Professional, Nioxin, Clairol, OPI, Briogeo and ghd, alongside an exciting programme of inspiring masterclasses led by some of the biggest names in hair.
The TrendVision Award UK & Ireland Final is set to be an evening like no other. Guests will enjoy a curated tasting menu served throughout the evening, with six incredible hair shows from leading Wella artists. There will be a powerful competitor parade and awards ceremony, live on stage, before the party erupts with a high energy DJ and celebration to close the night in true Wella style.
Finalists across four categories will face the ultimate challenge: recreating their visionary looks live, in front of an electrified audience. “TrendVision Award is more than a competition; it is a platform that celebrates innovation, creativity and professional excellence. This year's finalists represent some of the most exciting talent in our industry, pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible in hairdressing. We are delighted to recognise their achievements and look forward to seeing them take centre stage at the final,” said Max Amen, General Manager, Wella Company - Northern Europe.
The Wella Professionals TrendVision Awards 2026 Finalists Are…
Transformation Visionary Award (UK)
Charley Combe – Medusa
Chloe Ash - NJUK
Ella Raben - NJUK
Freya Tyrer - Medusa Elm Row
Ieva Sulge - Charlie Taylor
James Forte - Toni and Guy
Richard Bailey - Hob Salons Mill Hill
Saimone Slater - Charlie Taylor
Transformation Visionary Award (Ireland)
Adam Loughnane-Hill - ELM Hairdressing
Ciara Gallagher - House of Colour
Ella Clarke - House of Colour
Zara Keating - House of Colour
Editorial Visionary Award (UK)
Caitlin Winters - The Dimensions Group
Dylan Jack McConnachie - Glo Wandsworth
Gemma Mcgeown - Francesco Hair Salon Church Lane
Maire Abbett - Westrow
Natassia Dean - Toni & Guy
Radoslaw Lewandowski - McIntyres
Sharon Kee - F&M Hairdressing
Tyla Moore - Tyla Hair
Editorial Visionary Award (Ireland)
Kym Kane - Peter Mark College
Leah Swift - House of Colour
Samantha Byrne - Vanilla Hair Design
Pauline Whelan - Queen Salon
Digital Transformation Award (UK & Ireland)
Corey Loveday - Anything But Ordinary Salon
Elaine Risk - The Dimensions Group
Heather Shaw - Francesco Hair Salon
Neva Houston - Medusa Bread St
XPOSURE Future Talent Award (UK & Ireland)
Abbie Harris - House of Colour
Angela Stewart - U Concept Academy
Ava McCarthy - House of Colour
Christian Campbell - House of Colour
Freya Morris - Nottinghamshire Training Group
Catie Donald - Medusa Training
Ella Dunne - House of Colour
Caitlin Cooling – House of Colour
Kaci Jade McEntagart - House of Colour
Keira Milne - McIntyres
Laila Arif - House of Colour
Mia Buckle - KH Hair Training Academy
