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A Pink-Tinged Celebration of Excellence: The 2026 Salon Services Professional Hair & Beauty Awards
On Monday, 9th February, the 2026 Salon Services Professional Hair & Beauty Awards held at the stunning Mayfair Hotel in the Crystal Ballroom, delivered an evening that was as glamorous as it was heartfelt, a sparkling celebration of the very best in hair, beauty and professional salon innovation.
From the moment guests stepped into the venue, the tone was set. Awash in pink, the evening’s signature theme, the space felt vibrant, joyful and unapologetically celebratory. A glass of champagne was placed into guests’ hands on arrival, setting the mood for what would unfold as a lavish and impeccably curated event. Throughout the evening, trays of beautifully presented canapés circulated the room, ensuring the atmosphere remained buoyant, sociable and indulgent.
At the back of the venue, a thoughtfully designed pop-up shop allowed guests to browse and take home some of the industry’s most coveted products. It added an interactive and playful touch to the night, turning admiration into immediate indulgence.
But at its heart, the evening was about excellence.
Celebrating the Best in Hair Care
Hair care heavyweights dominated the winners list, with REDKEN securing both Best Colour Protection for its Acidic Color Range and Best Curl Range for the All Soft Mega Curl Range, a testament to the brand’s continued authority in professional hair science. OLAPLEX took home Best Repair for Damaged Hair for its Bond Maintenance Care Range, reinforcing its cult-status reputation, while L’Oréal Professionnel’s Serie Expert Blondifier Range claimed Best for Blondes.
Luxury met performance with COLOR WOW winning Best Premium Haircare for its Dream Cocktail Range, and scalp health was spotlighted with OSMO’s Scalp Therapy Detoxify Shampoo taking Best Scalp Care.
Styling Stars & Colour Champions
In styling, innovation and performance reigned supreme. REDKEN Iron Shape Thermal Heat Protection Spray won Best Heat Protector, while COLOR WOW Dream Coat was crowned Best Hair Styling Product, an enduring salon favourite. OLAPLEX No.7 Bonding Oil added another accolade to the brand’s growing collection, winning Best Hair Smoothing & Shine Product.
Colour excellence shone brightly too. WELLA PROFESSIONALS dominated the category, winning Best Permanent Hair Colour (Koleston Perfect), Best Fashion Hair Colour (Color Fresh Mask) and Best Express Hair Colour (Blondorplex Cream Toner). Meanwhile, LÔMÉ PARTIS secured Best Affordable Hair Colour, proving accessibility and quality can go hand in hand.
Beauty, Nails & Tools: Precision and Performance
Beyond hair, the beauty categories highlighted innovation across the board. S-PRO Waxing Range won Best in Wax, RETINOL Vitamin C Range claimed Best in Skincare, and PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY SYSTEMS triumphed in Brows & Lashes.
The nail sector sparkled just as brightly. ANDREIA PROFESSIONAL impressed with two wins, Best Builder Range (One Bottle Builder Gel) and Best Nail Polish (Nutri Color), while O.P.I. Intelli-Gel Color secured Best Gel Range.
When it came to tools, the icons did not disappoint. WAHL’s 5 Star Barber Combo won Best Clipper & Trimmer, GHD Gold Styler was named Best Straightener, and the ever-coveted DYSON Supersonic HD11 Hair Dryer claimed Best Hair Dryer, a moment met with enthusiastic approval across the room.
And in a nod to evolving consumer values, ANDREIA PROFESSIONALS Nutri Colour Range was awarded Best Vegan Brand, highlighting the growing importance of conscious beauty.
A Night of Joy and Industry Pride
More than an awards ceremony, the 2026 Salon Services Professional Hair & Beauty Awards felt like a reunion of innovators, creatives and industry leaders, united by a shared passion for craftsmanship and care. The pink glow, the champagne fizz, the applause, the product discoveries, it was a night that balanced professionalism with genuine joy.
In an industry built on transformation, confidence and creativity, the evening served as a reminder of the brands and professionals who continue to push standards higher. It was polished yet playful, sophisticated yet celebratory, and above all, a testament to the thriving excellence within the hair and beauty community.
Here’s to another year of innovation, artistry and a little well-earned glamour.
Heart London Magazine 