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Icons, legends and stars of hairdressing in Ireland were celebrated recently at the IHF Icon Awards and IHF Star Team Grand Final.
One of the biggest highlights of the night was the IHF Star Team where 22 finalists from all over the country eagerly awaited the announcement of the top four Apprentices in Ireland.
Paula Flanagan from Bankz Hair and Beauty in Portlaoise was chosen as one of the top four Apprentices in Ireland.
Winning a place on this prestigious team provides the four lucky apprentices with the opportunity for training by the greatest names in hairdressing in all aspects of the Industry over the next 12 months’ worth €20,000.
Their Mentor Marcus Cowzer from House of Colour and his team is quoted as saying the team this year showed amazing skills and he looks forward to working with them.
In order to celebrate this massive achievement from one of the top hairdressers here in Laois, Bankz Hair and Beauty want to give away an amazing prize worth €120 to one lucky Leinster Express reader.
Head over to the Leinster Express Facebook page to find out more about the competition which is pinned to the top of the page!
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