Stars OF THE SHOW
L’Oréal Colour Trophy is celebrating its 70th Anniversary, and Regional Semi-Finals are back! Take a look at all the winning looks from the platinum stage. Before the Grand Final on 6 July 2026
Top image: Power of Transformation Show by Robert Eaton
of Russell Eaton, and the L’Oréal Pro Edit Team
This year, L’Oréal Colour Trophy celebrates its 70th anniversary, making it the longest-running live hairdressing competition in the world.
With the celebration of 70 years of Colour Trophy, L’Oréal brought back Regional Semi-Finals! Across eight regions and three weeks, the platinum stage saw the competition unfold, as the next generation of icons was announced by top industry judges.
Regionals also brought a spectacular display of hair artistry with Robert Eaton from Russell Eaton and his ‘Power of Transformation’ show.
L’Oréal Colour Trophy Regionals was an unforgettable experience for competitors and spectators alike – a showcase of inspiration, live hair artistry and creative talent. Check out the sensational winning looks and the pros behind them...
“The atmosphere at the L’Oréal Colour Trophy Regional Semi-Finals was absolutely electric. From the competition floor to the stage show, there was an incredible buzz of energy as the industry’s talented colourists showcased their creativity, passion, and artistry.”
TEAM HJ
“When my name was called, the feeling was electric. Competing live in front of judges is nerve-wracking, but it makes the recognition even more rewarding.”
LEIGHANN REA, LEIGHANN REA HAIRDRESSING, BELFAST
GRAND FINALISTS: NORTHERN IRELAND L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY AWARD
Leighann Rea, Leighann Rea Hairdressing
Del Loughran Mcgirr, Muse By Del Loughran
Stephen Hanna, Peter Mark
L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY STAR AWARD:
Alex Doherty, Leighann Rea Hairdressing,
Mia Warrington, Peter Mark Abbeycentre
GRAND FINALISTS: SCOTLAND L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY AWARD
Ellie Gilhooley, Charlie Miller
Grant Carr, Garcon
Radoslaw Lewandowski, Mcintyres Salons
L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY STAR AWARD:
Kasey Abernethy, Copperfields Hair and Beauty
Abbi Ross, Jackandivy
“Going through to the next stage feels like a dream come true. I’ve wanted this since I was five, growing up around my dad’s salon and watching the L’Oréal Colour Trophy. After months of hard work, it finally feels real. My look carries all the colours of a phoenix, symbolising rising, new beginnings and hope, which is exactly how I feel stepping into the competition.”
BLOSSOM VEITCH, SAKS HAIR
GRAND FINALISTS: NORTH EASTERN L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY AWARD
Morgan Hirst, Russell Eaton
Blossom Veitch, Saks Hair
Lewis Inkles, Jessica Elwell (Stylist), Scullion And Scot
L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY STAR AWARD
Olivia Rae, Robert Sommerville (Stylist), House Hairdressing
Millie Grierson, Scullion & Scot
GRAND FINALISTS: WESTERN L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY AWARD
Eboni Snook, Anthony John Salons
Troy Boyd, Anthony John Salons
Zoe Hodgkiss, Zoe Hodgkiss Hair Artistry
L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY STAR AWARD
Izzie Adams, Idlewild Hairdressing
Chloe Woodward, The Beauty Barn
GRAND FINALISTS: SOUTHERN L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY AWARD
Adam Carson, Marcella
Giuseppe Di Rosa, Palette & Bristle
Daniel Stanley, Peg Hair
L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY STAR AWARD
Bella Evans, Marcella
Brooke Francis, Tribe Salons
GRAND FINALISTS: NORTH WESTERN L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY AWARD
Drew Udall, Drew Udall & Co
Shanalise Coope, Friends Hair Company
Miranda Jovanovic, Sally Montague
L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY STAR AWARD
Jaycee Shelton, Sally Montague
Rosie Hanson, Sally Montague
PHOTOGRAPHY: MATTEO MARINO; STYLIST: CLARE FRITH; MAKE-UP: MEG LINDOW
GRAND FINALISTS: EASTERN L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY AWARD
Rhea Biggs, Bigsy Hair
Gemma Adams, Glow
Darren Cunningham, George Waterfield (Stylist), The Secret Garden
L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY STAR AWARD
Chloe Wortley, Devon Hubbard (Stylist), TONI&GUY Peterborough
Laura Ross, Niamh Mundy, TONI&GUY Peterborough
GRAND FINALISTS: LONDON L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY AWARD
Charlotte Illi, Brooks & Brooks
Edd Moss, Headmasters London Academy
Elle Foreman, Tribe Clapham
L'ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY STAR AWARD
Aleena Khokhar, Brooks & Brooks
Leah Jones, TONI&GUY Sloane Square