Hairdressers are a cut above

Two top hairdressers at Rick Roberts Salon are finalists for Extensionist of the Year 2015. Only eight entries are picked in the nationwide competition, with senior stylist Emma Reed shortlisted in the Avant Garde category and Rick Roberts himself in Commercial Creative.

Endorsed by renowned British hairdresser Errol Douglas MBE, the theme of this year's competition is 'Paris', encouraging extensionists to send in their Parisian-inspired work.

Emma said: "I can't believe I've been selected out of hundreds of entries as the final four."

Emma was inspired by the lock bridge in Paris and has reinterpreted this in her extension creation.

Rick said: "We have worked hard at the salon to become hair extension specialists and create some imaginative images. We are really proud of our successful entries."

The two winners will receive an amazing package, including a photoshoot in conjunction with Balmain Hair and coverage in Professional Hairdresser magazine, as well as Balmain Hair Couture products.

They will be competing in the final at Professional Hairdresser Live in March.