TWO young hairdressers have won an award for their new salon just months after opening.

Olivia Collison and Keely Griffin decided to take the leap and start a new path in their career almost a year ago.

The pair transformed an old office into their own salon in the middle of Bentalls Shopping Centre in Heybridge.

They got the keys to the premises in April before spending weeks with a renovation team to create the salon of their dreams.

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Shortly after celebrating the first six months of opening, Olivia and Keely were shortlisted in 7 categories at the finals of the Salon Awards.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Keely and Olivia in the Heybridge salonKeely and Olivia in the Heybridge salon

The Salon Awards - founded in 2017 - provides regional recognition for hair and beauty professionals.

At a ceremony in London the Heybridge salon, Mi Amor Hair and Cosmetics, was crowned The Best Salon for Hair Extensions in Essex.

The new business partners received this award just 7 months after opening.

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Keely, 25, and Olivia, 23, are over the moon to have achieved an award so early into their brand new venture.

The hairdressers have said they are extremely grateful for their clients, friends and family who have helped them make their dream come true.