We are proud to share that Ruby Friend from Buzby & Blue Hairdressing has achieved an outstanding 2nd place (Silver) in the New Talent Colourist of the Year category at the Goldwell Global Creative Awards 2025 (UK & Ireland National Finals)!
Being named Silver in this category is a tremendous achievement, especially given the scale, creativity and skill on show in this competition. Congratulations to Ruby for her brilliance under pressure where her talent truly shone.
Results in the New Talent Colourist Category
Here are the top three in the New Talent Colourist of the Year category:
- Gold (1st place): Anna Butchert, Roar Hair & Beauty
- Silver (2nd place): Ruby Friend, Buzby & Blue Hairdressing
- Bronze (3rd place): Rebekah Campanaro, Rocco & Co Hairdressing
We also want to congratulate Mai Harman (The Company Hairdressing) and Menna Hughes-Maidment (Burlesque Hairdressing), who were also finalists in this category. Being among the finalists underlines the extraordinary level of talent in the region this year.
What This Means?
The Goldwell Global Creative Awards are not just about competition, they serve as an international stage where emerging colourists can showcase their creativity, artistry and technical skill. Ruby’s success in achieving 2nd place is a reflection of her passion, dedication and innovation, placing her among the very best new talent colourists in the UK & Ireland. This recognition highlights not only her individual brilliance but also our supportive, creative environment here at Buzby & Blue. It is a career-defining moment that opens the door to even greater opportunities, as she continues her journey toward future competitions and industry recognition.
We at Buzby & Blue couldn’t be prouder of Ruby. Huge congratulations to her on this amazing result. The hard work, creativity and passion has all paid off and we can’t wait to see what she does next.
