Some of the UK’s most talented makeup artists and beauty professionals showcased their skills in Manchester this weekend at the Professional Beauty North Makeup Competition 2025
This year marked one of the biggest Professional Beauty North competitions held in Manchester, with more than 160 competition seats across the different categories.
Professional Beauty collaborated with competition directors Jacqui and Sean O’Sullivan to create an inspiring platform for new and established pros to shine.
The makeup and beauty arenas were true highlights of the event, with competitors showcasing everything from flawless bridal artistry to high-fashion editorial looks and advanced facial techniques. Judged by respected industry experts, the competitions celebrated creativity, technical ability, and dedication to the craft.
“The energy in the competition arena was electric as so many talented competitors showed off their skills and dedication. It was inspiring to see everyone’s passion shining through, all while being judged by respected experts from the beauty, makeup and nail industries,” said competition directors Jacqui and Sean O’Sullivan.
Winners of the Professional Beauty North Makeup Competition 2025
Creative Front Cover
- Winner: Elissa Robinson
- 2nd: Jasmine England
- 3rd: Ellen Griffin
Bridal Professional
- Winner: Afshan Islam
- 2nd: Betsy Turner
Pro Beauty Skills UK Student Makeup – Bridal
- Winner: Yu Hei Yung
- 2nd: Lucy Hinchliffe
- 3rd: Alisha Islam
Insta-Makeup Voter’s Choice
- Winner: Paige Goldfinch
Insta-Makeup Professional
- Winner: Darcie Burgess
- 2nd: Morgan Lamb
- 3rd: Isabelle Burgess
Body Painting Student
- Winner: Jasmine England
- 2nd: Sophie Kennerley
- 3rd: Hannah Hulme
Body Painting Professional
- Winner: Scarlett Illidge
Winners of the Professional Beauty North Facial Competitions 2025
Facial Professional
- Silver Medal: Boonsita Anecha (77 points)
Pro Beauty Skills UK Student Beauty – Facial
- Winner: Maddy Stafford (99 points)
- 2nd: Amelia Yaqub (91 points)
- Joint 3rd: Kirsty Morrow & Lilly Rogers (85 points)
