Brow specialist from Tipperary is shortlisted in annual Hair and Beauty Awards

The seventh Irish Hair and Beauty Awards, one of the most prestigious awards schemes in the hair and beauty industry, are back for the annual celebration of the beauty stars that operate in the country.

Following the overwhelming response from the public, who nominated their favourite stylists and salons, with more than 60,000 votes received, the full list with the finalists has been compiled.

The black tie ceremony will take place on Sunday September 24 at the Raddison Blu Hotel in Cork and will celebrate rising and well-established stars that make a difference in the industry.

This event is proudly sponsored by Boost Beauty in partnership with Juliette Armand and Storyderm.

The ceremony promises to be an unforgettable night, with many accolades to be awarded in categories such as Beauty Salon of the Year, Hair Stylist of the Year, Salon Team of the Year and many more.

Creative Oceanic launched the official Hair and Beauty Awards in Ireland seven years ago.

The English, Scottish, Welsh, Northern Ireland, London, Toronto and British Columbia Hair and Beauty Awards have all been successfully established over the years, increasing the brand’s international appeal and recognition.

Lisa Cohalan PMU (Permanent Make Up artist), from Cappawhite, Tipperary has been shortlisted in the Semi Permanent Make Up Specialist category.

She will find out if she will be crowned a winner at the elegant ceremony taking place in September.

Lisa is absolutely thrilled to be a finalist again this year, having won the title of Brow Artist of the Year in 2022 and Semi Permanent Make Up Artist of the Year in 2019 (the awards were not held during the lockdown).

A spokesperson for The Irish Hair and Beauty Awards 2023 said: “We had an outstanding response from the public, who went behind our nomination process and put forward tried and tested beauty professionals that deserve recognition.

“The number of 60,000 votes received is just incredible and record- breaking for us.

“We would like to thank everyone who contributed to this overwhelming response.

“The awards recognise the strength, skill and innovation of those who have shown excellent commitment to customer satisfaction and have changed the industry’s landscape by introducing innovative treatments and services, building extremely close and trusted relationships with their clients.

“We would like to congratulate everyone who was shortlisted and we can’t wait to welcome all our guests and deliver an enjoyable event.

“We wish all finalists the best of luck”.