A Wirral bridal make-up specialist has won a prestigious beauty industry award.

Huze Makeovers in Thornton Hough was one of 12 finalists in Oceanic Awards' English Hair and Beauty Awards 2024, Chapter 1 competition, winning the Bridal Makeup Specialist of the Year category.

For twelve years the awards have celebrated the stylists and salons from across England that represent excellence in the hair and beauty industry.

These awards are separated into different chapter so as to highlight a wider pool of talent with Chapter 1 recognising the very best from the North West of England.

This year’s event winners were announced at an elegant ceremony held at the Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel on April 7.

The competition was fierce but Fana Melville of Huze Makeovers received the recognition and took the trophy home.

Fana told the Globe: "I am incredibly grateful and thrilled to receive this award and I attribute this achievement to our exceptional team of creative makeup and hair specialists.

"Working with our wonderful brides, grooms, and clients to prepare them for their special day brings us immense joy.

"We deeply appreciate your support throughout the years, and we are committed to continuing to deliver the highest level of service both in the UK and internationally".

A spokesperson for The English Hair and Beauty Awards 2024, Chapter 1 said:: "Winning an award in this prestigious competition is a significant achievement, as it acknowledges the talent and hard work of hair and beauty professionals and sets a benchmark for others to follow.

"The winners of these awards represent the highest standards of quality and service in the English hair and beauty industry.

"We want to congratulate all of our winners and highly commended on their accomplishments.”