Following nominations from readers across Romsey, Winchester, and the surrounding areas, eight beauty businesses have secured a place on the shortlist thanks to their outstanding customer service, skilled treatments, and strong local support. Call of Beauty, on Romsey's The Hundred, was crowned Beauty Salon of the Year in 2025. Lydia said: "I know for a lot of people, going to a beauty salon still makes them nervous. Voting will now determine who takes home the coveted Beauty Salon of the Year 2026 title. Voting coupons will appear in the Hampshire Chronicle on August 6 and August 13, and Romsey Advertiser on August 7 and August 14Post your completed coupon back to: Hampshire Chronicle, Beauty Salon of the Year 2026, 5 Upper Brook Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AL5 Upper Brook Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8ALAll voting coupons must be received by August 21.