Mayo hair stylist Martha Galvin-Baird, from Allure Hairdressing Ballina, is competing for Team Ireland at the OMC (Organisation Mondial Coiffure ) European Championships taking place in the RDS Dublin on May 29 and 30. Martha is an OMC medallist and Irish All-Star hairdresser. Her husband James Baird is also an OMC medallist and Irish All-Star hairdresser. The couple met when competing for Team Ireland at a previous competition in Frankfurt.
The Irish Hairdressers Federation will host also its annual National Hairdressing Championship 2011 alongside the two-day extravaganza which expects more than 5,000 hair and beauty aficionados from Ireland and abroad to attend, providing a significant boost of €1.5 million to the economy. It is the first time for the world's largest hairdressing and beauty organisation, the OMC to bring the OMC Cup to Ireland and provides a major opportunity for the talented individuals in every town in Ireland to participate and showcase their skills.
Alongside the event, the Hair and Beauty Expo 2011 will take place offering trade visitors the unique opportunity to engage with hair and beauty professionals, view the latest trends and products in make-up, tanning, eyelashes, nails and hair extensions and discover market opportunities. The IHF will also host the annual National Hairdressing Championship 2011.
Tickets are priced from €20 and are available on www.ticketmaster.ie For more information log onto www.omcireland.com or find OMCIreland on Facebook.
