Suzie McGill, Artistic Director at Rainbow Room International and Director of RRI Uddingston, Diana Carson, Rainbow Room International Uddingston Salon Director, and the Rainbow Room International Artistic Team are celebrating after being named as finalists in three separate categories in HJ’s British Hairdressing Awards 2026.
Diana has been named as a finalist for the Scottish Hairdresser of the Year category, Suzie has been named as a finalist for the Schwarzkopf Professional Colour Technician of the Year category, and the Rainbow Room International Artistic Team, led by Suzie McGill, has been named as a finalist for the Artistic Team of the Year category. To be one of six finalists in each of these categories is a huge achievement, having stood out and been selected from an exceptionally competitive field of entries.
Widely regarded as one of the most influential events in the professional hairdressing calendar, the British Hairdressing Awards celebrate the individuals and teams shaping the future of the industry. From innovative salon professionals and colour specialists to creative pioneers, the awards continue to recognise the talent, passion and dedication that keep British hairdressing at the forefront of the global stage.
To enter the awards, Suzie, Diana, and the Rainbow Room International Artistic Team had to submit a portfolio of four professional photographic images into each of the categories, showcasing their hairdressing skills and creativity.
An esteemed panel of industry experts then reviewed hundreds of entries across 18 Regional, International and Specialist categories throughout the UK and Northern Ireland before finalists were selected in each category. Judges praised the exceptionally high standard of work, with finalists demonstrating remarkable creativity, craftsmanship and originality through their photographic submissions.
Being named a finalist in the category recognises Suzie, Diana and the Rainbow Room International Artistic Team's outstanding creativity, technical excellence, and artistic vision. The achievement places them among the industry's most exciting talents and one step closer to taking home one of hairdressing's highest honours.
Now, the team will need to submit a further two images into each of the categories, and a second round of judging will take place during Salon International at ExCeL London on Sunday 4 October 2026, where judges will reconvene to select the winners in each category.
The winners will be announced at the prestigious British Hairdressing Awards ceremony, taking place at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House on Monday 23 November 2026. This is one of the hottest events on the hairdressing calendar and brings together leading names, emerging talent, and creative innovators from across the industry. The event promises an unforgettable night of recognition, inspiration, and celebration. For every finalist, it marks a significant milestone in their professional journey and a chance to be recognised among the very best in British hairdressing.