Tracy Roche, a freelance hairstylist from Harrogate, is celebrating after winning the Silver Award for Hair Extensionist of the Year at the 2025 Salon Business Awards.
The prestigious awards ceremony took place on Monday, March 24, at the 12th Knot Sea Containers in London, and was judged by leading figures in the hairdressing industry. Tracy, who works at Ikonik Hair in Harrogate, specializes in various hair extension techniques, including keratin bonded extensions and coloring.
Reflecting on her achievement, Tracy expressed her pride: “Competing against some of the best in the business makes this win even more special. Winning silver is a huge recognition for me.” She also noted the significance of her placement, just behind her mentor, the owner of Gold Class Hair Extensions, a luxury brand for which she holds exclusivity in Yorkshire.
“This award speaks volumes about my skill and commitment to my craft,” she added.
The Salon Business Awards 2025 celebrates outstanding individuals and businesses making significant contributions to the hairdressing industry. Joanne Charlton, founder of the Salon Business Awards, praised the talent on display, saying, “The talent this year was absolutely incredible across every category, and seeing how the industry has come together is a testament to what a wonderful world hair is.”