The finalists of the NI Beauty Excellence Awards 2022 have been revealed.
The judging panel said the beauty industry across the country is booming and although it has been a challenging two years for the industry, their determination and resilience is apparent.
Makeup and skincare specialist Katrina Doran, who is one of the five judges who have whittled the hundreds of entries down to finalists, explained how it was a tough job deliberating this year.
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She said: “The pride and inspiration that we have for this industry after reading through the entries for the awards this year is not surprising, but I am so inspired to read how so many have overcome various obstacles to push through the challenges, and to even achieve some major growth since our last awards ceremony in 2019.
“A lot has changed since then, but the tenacity of our industry shines through every one of the entries we received, and we are so excited to share the list of finalists today.”
Katrina is joined on the panel by multi award winning hair stylist and owner of Stafford Hair, Paul Stafford, Bellamianta owner and entrepreneur, Linda Stinson, medical director at Woodford Medical, Dr Mervyn Patterson and Elanna Percherle, a local beauty entrepreneur and founder of Pearl Beauty.
Organisers received more than double the amount of entries from the awards’ inaugural event in 2019, with Innovation of the Year, Product of the Year – which champions homegrown products developed in Northern Ireland – and Beauty and Skincare Salon of the Year amongst the most popular categories for 2022.
Sarah Weir, Director at Weir Events, who created the awards, said: “It’s fair to say this industry has chosen to use the past couple of years as an opportunity rather than a hindrance, and have created new experiences and products for consumers in Northern Ireland, and more around the world. The growth and innovation our entrants have shared with us is incredibly inspiring. Where our entrants were met with challenges, they saw opportunities for growth and have made a huge impact locally and on the industry worldwide.
“We are very excited about honouring all of our finalists and winners in May, and bringing the industry together for the celebration they hugely deserve!”
Laura Shiels, Brand Manager from title sponsor West Coast Cooler said: “Congratulations to all of the finalists for the 2022 NI Beauty Excellence Awards. It’s an exciting time for the industry and West Coast Cooler are looking forward to being able to celebrate with you all on the night.”
The NI Beauty Excellence Awards 2022 finalists a re:
Aesthetics Clinic of the Year
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Aspire Aesthetics NI
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B.AESTHETICS by Dr Bonny
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Belfast Skin Clinic
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Berkeley Aesthetics
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Beyond Skin Clinic
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Dr Aileen – The Skin Health Clinic
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Dr Emma Clinics
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Elite Aesthetic Clinic
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Tanya Khan Aesthetics
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Verve Facial Aesthetics
Aesthetics Clinic to watch
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Aspire Aesthetics NI
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B.AESTHETICS by Dr Bonny
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Berkeley Aesthetics
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Dr Aileen – The Skin Health Clinic
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Dr Emma Clinics
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Dr Lauren Wylie
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Fresh Aesthetics
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Katie Smith Aesthetics
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Rosie Loughran Aesthetics
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Skin Therapy Aesthetics
Barbers / Male Grooming Salon of the year
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Barbers98
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Robinsons Barbers
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The Barber
Beauty & Skincare Salon of the Year
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Aspire Face and Body Clinic
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Beauty Culture
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Berkeley Aesthetics
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Beyond Skin Clinic
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Blush Make Up & Beauty Lounge
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Clare McKinney Makeup & Beauty
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Clío Skin & Beauty
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Hidden Beauty at Coolaness
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Orlagh Maye’s Salon
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Pure Perfection Laser & Skincare Clinic
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Radiance Beauty and Day Spa
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Rouge Beauty & Skincare Clinic
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The Beauty Lounge NI
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Urban Beauty and Skincare Centre
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Younique Beauty Salon
Beauty & Skincare Salon to Watch
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Blush Lounge Beauty Salon
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Dream Beauty
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Emma Craven Makeup & Beauty
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Fabulous Beauty Studio
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Jade Holistics & Skincare
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Purple Lashes Beauty
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Vanity Throne Nails
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Victoria Briggs Beauty
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Vitality Beauty Studio
Day Spa / Boutique Spa of the Year
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Le Jardin Luxury Spa
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Radiance Beauty and Day Spa
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The Meadow Retreat
Cosmetic Dental Practice of the Year
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Claire Hughes Dental & Facial Aesthetics.
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Gentle Dental Clinic Warrenpoint
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Paste Dental
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Randalstown Dental Practice
Excellence in Marketing
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Beyond Skin Clinic
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Dr Emma Clinics
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Radiance Beauty and Day Spa
Hair / Beauty Training Provider of the Year
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Ace Boutique Training Academy
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Decorum Beauty Academy
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Education by Ciaran
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Elizabeth Sands Beauty School Ltd
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Pygment Training Academy
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XO Extensions
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Young Nails
Hair and Beauty Retailer or Supplier of the Year
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Archie Lloyd Hair Extensions
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BTY Cosmetics NI
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RJM Hair and Beauty
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Savvy and Shine LTD
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Young Nails
Hair Salon of the Year
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Bridgeen King Hair Salon
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Elizabeth Ann Hair
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Hair by Ciaran
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Jax Hair and Beauty
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La Bella Vita
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Leighann Rea Hairdressing
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Little Boho Hair Studio
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MACC Hair
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Scissor Sister Camlough
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Surgery Hairdressing
Hair Salon to Watch
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Boho and Sass
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Jax Hair and Beauty
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MM MAMMAMIA Hair & Beauty
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Preen
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Repose Hair and Beauty Boutique
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Studio 17 Hair Boutique
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XO Extensions
Hair Loss Specialist of the Year
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Bridgeen King Hair Loss Clinic
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Dot Micro
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Enhanced Hair Studio
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La Bella Vita
Hair Extension Specialist of the Year
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Ace Boutique Luxury Ltd
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Blush Lounge Beauty Salon
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Hair by Ciaran
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La Bella Vita
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Lola Loxx Hair Extensions
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XO Extensions
Innovation of the Year
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Archie Lloyd Hair Extensions
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Aspire Aesthetics NI
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Belfast Skin Clinic
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Blue Sky Dental & Implant Clinic
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Cinch Fast 30
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Elite Aesthetic Clinic
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Jon.Eliss – Cosmetics
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Paste Dental – expansion
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RJM Hair and Beauty
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Vanity Throne Nails
Makeup Studio of the Year
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Blush Lounge
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Clare McKinney Makeup & Beauty
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COR Cosmetics
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Dream Beauty (Makeup)
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Natasha O’Hare Make Up
Nail Salon of the Year
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EMC Beauty
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Nail Avenue Beauty
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The Nail and Beauty Shack
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Dream Nails
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Christine Sabolocka Nails
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LA Bella Beauty - Bridal Nail Specialist
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Vanity Throne Nails
Semi or Permanent Makeup Specialist of the Year
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Permanent Make-up by Fionnuala Benson
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BrowSculpture
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Donna Dorothy Permanent Makeup
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Orlagh Maye Salon
Product of the Year
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Ace Boutique Luxury
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Archie Lloyd Hair Extensions
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Bbold Super Serum Hybrid Tan
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BTY 501 Foundation Brush
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Deborah Neill Handmade Skincare
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I AM Beauty
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Jon.Eliss - Cosmetics
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Savvy and Shine LTD
Specialist Clinic of the Year
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B.AESTHETICS by Dr Bonny
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Belfast Skin Clinic
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Beyond Skin Clinic
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Dot Micro
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Kirsty Elwood Body Mind
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Pure Perfection Laser & Skincare Clinic
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Skin Future by Aine Lavery
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Skin Therapy Aesthetics
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The Laser Clinic
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The Skin Health Clinic
Specialist Salon of the Year
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ACE Boutique
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Barbers98
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Blush Make Up & Beauty Lounge
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Brows & Co
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LushLashes
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The Brow Artisan
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The Nail and Beauty Shack
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The Pink Room
The 2022 NI Beauty Excellence Awards will be hosted by TV personality Pamela Ballantine and will take place at the Crowne Plaza Belfast on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Tickets are now on sale, visit nibeautyexcellence.com/tickets for booking details.
The Awards are proudly supported by title sponsor West Coast Cooler, media partners Daily Mirror and Belfast Live and event partners: Luxury Tanning Brand, Bellamianta; leading skincare brand, Epionce; influencer app, Fetch Ireland; vegan and cruelty-free cosmetic beauty brand, Pearl Beauty; award-winning training academy, The Beauty School, technical event production specialists, Sparq; Med FX, supplier for all Aesthetics and Skin Rejuvenation product needs; BF Mulholland, a full service dental products supplier and Shop Beautiful, a supplier of premium, professional grade beauty brands.
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