A hairdresser from Sanrizz hair salon in St Albans has been recognised as one of the UK’s top professional hair colourists.

Following her success in the Southern regional heat of the Wella Professionals TrenVision Award 2015, Chiara Pirrone is now one of only 36 hairdressers in the UK to reach the competition’s final, making her one of the country’s most sought-after and in-demand professional hair colourists.

This year’s competition had over 500 entries at the initial photographic stage, with regional heats taking place across the country in Edinburgh, Manchester, Nottingham and London over the last few weeks.

Ms Pirrone said: "I’m so proud to have reached the UK and Ireland Final of such a prestigious competition.

"I’ve always had a huge passion for hair and I am very excited about taking part and competing against the best hairdressers in the country in the final in October."

Due to take place on Monday, October 5, at the Roundhouse in Camden, competitors will showcase their model in front of hundreds and be judged by the best in the industry for the opportunity to walk away with the ultimate accolade in hairdressing.

Should Chiara be successful at the UK and Ireland final, she will benefit from a dedicated mentoring programme, which will see her take part in the International TrendVision Award, due to take place in Berlin in November.