Professionals invited to compete for PB/HJ Beauty, Hair & Spa Awards


Entry has opened for this year's PB/HJ Beauty, Hair & Spa Awards, celebrating the achievements and creativity of businesses across Ireland.

Organised by  Professional Beauty & Hairdressers Journal Ireland, this is the second year the awards have been held. Winners will be announced on Sunday 12th November at the Intercontinental Hotel in Dublin.

There are 14 categories open for entry:

  • Beauty Salon of the Year
  • Beauty Salon or Spa Team of the Year
  • Business Director of the Year
  • Make-up Artist of the Year
  • Nail Salon of the Year
  • Aesthetic Clinic of the Year 
  • Aesthetic Practitioner of the Year
  • Therapist of the Year 
  • Irish Hairdresser of the Year  
  • Hair Salon Team of the Year
  • Hair Salon of the Year
  • Colour Technician of the Year
  • Spa of the Year
  • Educator of the Year
Categories will be judged by leading industry experts from Ireland, the UK, USA and Australia. The competition has attracted sponsorship from Treatwell, Repechage, Casmara, Cosmeditech and Great Lengths.

Commenting on the launch of the awards for 2023, Jayne Lewis-Orr, executive director of PB/HJ's Ireland Awards, says: 

“We couldn't be more thrilled to be bringing these awards back this year, the 2022 event was an unparalleled success and plans are already underway to make this year's ceremony even bigger and better.  These awards champion and reward both those often-unsung heroes who work tirelessly to lead and motivate teams, demonstrate innovative ways of keeping their clients engaged and find ways to sustain their business; alongside the creative visionaries capturing beautiful imagery that showcase their skills and passion for hair and beauty.”

Entry closes on Friday 28th July.

PB/HJ Beauty, Hair & Spa Awards