Ashington beauty therapist Nicola Hansom crowned Beautician of the Year

Nicola Hansom, founder of Nicola Hansom Beauty, has won back-to-back awards in less than two years of trading, having previously been recognised as Beauty Therapist of the Year 2025 – North East.

Hansom launched her business in October 2024 and has quickly built a loyal client base from her base at The Body Bar on Milburn Road in Ashington.

She offers a wide range of professional treatments including nails, massage, waxing, spray tans, lash lifts and eye treatments, as well as advanced facial treatments such as microdermabrasion and hydro facials.

She has also received industry recognition as a finalist for Microdermabrasion Transformation of the Year 2025 with SkinBase, highlighting the visible results she achieves with her advanced facial treatments.

Looking ahead, Hansom will also be expanding her treatment offering later this year. From June 2026 she will begin offering Collagen Lift, a non-surgical facial treatment designed to tighten, lift and rejuvenate the skin.

Speaking about the award, Hansom said: "Winning Beautician of the Year for the North means so much to me, especially so early in my business journey. I’m incredibly grateful to all of my wonderful clients who continue to support me and trust me with their treatments.

"I’d also like to thank my family for their constant encouragement, and my husband Alan, who has been one of my biggest supporters since day one."

The Oceanic Awards celebrate excellence within the beauty and wellness industry, recognising professionals who demonstrate outstanding dedication, skill and client satisfaction.