A BEAUTY therapist from Thelwall has been crowned one of the best in the country for her innovative use of treatments.

Martine Jarman, of Thelwall New Road, was named specialist therapist of the year at the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology Awards last month.

The 40-year-old beat eight other finalists in the new category after a series of tests and interviews to claim the prize at a gala event in London.

This latest gong comes after Martine was named aesthetic therapist of the year at 2015’s Professional Beauty Awards.

She said: “For me, I’ve always been interested in corrective treatments for clients with skin condition and I work in the clinical sector.

“I thought I had a chance after winning the award last year but I was ecstatic to win – I was surprised but really pleased.

“To be able to say I am the best in the industry is amazing – it’s for my clients and it’s also about raising standards in the industry.

“One of the reasons I was picked is that my treatments are very innovative – they’re bespoke, tailor-made and personalised for the client as opposed to following the same protocol.”

The skin health specialist has been qualified as a therapist for 20 years and runs her own business, Skin Genius in High Legh, that has trained therapists, nurses and doctors for the last three years.

Martine is now looking to expand that business with a clinic on Donald Avenue in Stockton Heath that is due to open in September.