The Hi Style Passoã Hair & Beauty Awards 2026 – Winners Gallery
The Passoã Hair & Beauty Awards 2026 lit up the Garryvoe Hotel on Sunday, March 22nd, bringing together the very best in the hair and beauty industry for a night of dancing, recognition, and serious style.
Hosted by the brilliant Deric Ó hArtagáin of Virgin Media, the evening was a true celebration of excellence, with 45 outstanding businesses and individuals honoured for their innovation, talent, and dedication to their craft.
From picture perfect moments to Passoã cocktails, the atmosphere was unbeatable — a joyful gathering of passionate professionals and industry trailblazers.
A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors who helped make the night so special: The Lash Lounge & Brow Studio, Bille-Jean Bell, Naura Hair & Beauty, Sadies Secrets, The Hair Fairy, and HS2 Midleton & Douglas.
Special thanks as well to:
King Hair & Beauty, Graham Anthony Distribution, and Big White Rabbit for supplying gifts.
And of course, to Barry & Fitzwilliam and Passoã for adding flavour and sparkle to the celebration.
We are so grateful for your support in making The Passoã Hair & Beauty Awards 2026 an unforgettable night!
See below for the full Winners Gallery – all photos are repro free.
Download the official Winners Badge here to share your achievement with pride.
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- Best New Business – Hair: Christopher Devine Hair
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- Best Newcomer Hair (Individual): Kayla Brehony of Amy Madden Hair
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- Best Hair Educator: Dr Anne Marie McIlwraith of Douglas Hair Scalp and Wig Clinic
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- Best Hair Entrepreneur: Rachael Quinn of Her Crown Hair Salon
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- Best Hair Team: Malibu Hair Lounge
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- Best Irish Hair Brand: The Hair Doctor
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- Best New Business – Beauty: Lerelle Beauty Ltd
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- Best Newcomer (Beauty): Shannon Mahon of Shannon’s Beauty Rooms
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- Best Beauty Academy: Transform by Mon
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- Best Beauty Educator: Maya Dzianach of Kobido Ireland
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- Best Beauty Entrepreneur: Jill Keogh of Sadies Secrets
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- Best Beauty Team: The Lash Lounge & Beauty Studio
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- Best Beauty Brand: Holos Skincare
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- Best Business Support: Emma Fitzpatrick of 11 PR & Events
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- Best Business Leader: Niamh & Hayley Costello of Xtreme Beauty
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- Best at Blonde: Aileen Greene of The Hair Fairy
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- Best Bridal Hair: Pat O’Neill
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- Best Colourist: Amerie Jordan
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- Best Editorial Hair: Jenny Gildea of Jenny Gildea Hair
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- Best Freelancer: Cathy Anne Kelleher of Cathy Anne Bridal Hair
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- Best Hair Extension Salon: Blake’s Hair Salon
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- Best Hair Extension Specialist: Rebecca Beegan of La Lune Hair Design
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- Best Stylist: Alannah Galligan of Styled by Alannah
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- Best Trainee: Hannah Hazzard of MD Hair
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- Best Upstyling: Sage Hair Studio Carlow
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- Most Creative Talent in Hair: Inspire Hairdressing Monaghan
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- Best Hair Salon – Connacht: Salon 11 Loughrea
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- Best Hair Salon – Leinster: Naura Hair & Beauty
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- Best Hair Salon – Munster: HS2 Midleton & Douglas
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- Best Hair Salon – Ulster: MAINE Hair Artistry by Aine Carty
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- Best Beauty Therapist: Kristine Sudmale of Crystal Beauty
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- Best Bridal Makeup Artist: Sophie Wong MUA
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- Best Brow Artist: Susie Griffiths of The Glam Bar
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- Best Lash Technician: Monika Patasionkiene of Eyelash Studio by Mon
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- Best Makeup Artist: Zerica Griffin – SFX MAKE-UP & Hair Design
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- Best Nail Technician: Bille-Jean Bell
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- Best Semi-Permanent Makeup Artist/Clinic: Karolina Niemczyk of Unique Permanent Makeup
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- Best Tanning Professional: Marie Heffernan of The Beauty Corner Athea
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- Best Waxing Professional: Audrey Nolan of Eden Treatment Rooms
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- Best Nail Salon: Nails by Niki
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- Best Skin Clinic: ZEYA Skin and Laser Clinic
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- Best Spa: Dawson Spa
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- Best Beauty Salon – Connacht: Shannon’s Beauty Suites
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- Best Beauty Salon – Leinster: Katie Everitt Beauty
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- Best Beauty Salon – Munster: Bare Beauty Waterford