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

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

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)

Find out who won big at the nail competitions here.