The North’s most talented makeup artists and skincare pros took centre stage at Professional Beauty North 2025 – find out who won big
Some of the UK’s most talented makeup artists and beauty professionals showcased their skills in Manchester at the Professional Beauty North Makeup and Facial Competitions.
2025 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 COMPETITION 2025
Facial Professional
Silver Medal: Boonsita Anecha
Pro Beauty Skills UK Student Beauty -Facial
Winner: Maddy Stafford 2nd: Amelia Yaqub = 3rd: Kirsty Morrow & Lilly Rogers