Local female artist receives national recognition

PMU by Kerry Benson celebrates national recognition at The UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026

Kerry Benson is celebrating after achieving 9th  Place / Top 10 in the PMU Artist Of The Year at The UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026, held at the iconic AO Arena in Manchester.

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Kerry Benson owner of PMU by Kerry Benson
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Kerry’s studio located in Thornton Celeveleys | Kerry Benson

The achievement recognises PMU by Kerry Benson among talented hair and beauty professionals from across the UK, following an independent judging process assessing entrants within their chosen category.

Specialising in Permanent Makeup and tattooing , PMU by Kerry Benson has built a reputation for personalised services. Their 2026 placing marks an exciting milestone and celebrates the hard work, passion and commitment behind the business.

Kerry Benson, owner at PMU by Kerry Benson said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to have achieved 9th place in PMU Artist Of The Year”.

The UK Hair and Beauty Awards celebrate the people and businesses helping to shape the UK hair and beauty industry, giving professionals across the country the opportunity to have their work independently assessed and recognised on a national stage.

Sophie Lux, HBA CEO & Founder said: “We’re incredibly proud to see PMU by Kerry Benson achieve this recognition. Their placing is a reflection of the passion, hard work and dedication they bring to what they do, and we’re so proud to celebrate their success as part of this year’s awards!”

Following their 2026 success, Kerry Benson is looking ahead to continuing to grow clients

About PMU by Kerry Benson

PMU by Kerry Benson is a clinic and training academy based in Thornton Cleveleys specialising in Permanent Makeup and post mastectomy areola tattooing.

For more information, visit www.pmubykerrybenson.com or follow Pmubykerrybenson on instagram.

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