Since 2020 • 55+ countries • International recognition
IBA BEAUTY AWARDS
International Award in the Beauty Industry
Your achievements deserve international recognition
Applications are open until September 30, 2026
About Us
An international award established to recognize professional achievements, expertise, and contributions to the development of the beauty industry.
Since 2020
Has become a symbol of professional recognition.
55+ countries
Laureates and participants from around the world.
150+ categories
For professionals, trainers, brands, companies, and academies.
Organizer — IBIA
International Beauty Industry Association.
Independent expert evaluation
Transparent and objective evaluation based on professional criteria.
55+
COUNTRIES
150+
CATEGORIES
2020
YEAR FOUNDED
100%
INDEPENDENT EVALUATION
Who is the Award for?
Beauty industry professionals
Trainers and educators
Academies and training centers
Brands
Companies and beauty businesses
Aesthetic medicine clinics
Bloggers and Digital & Media projects
Path to Laureate Status
1
Application submission
No payment is required at the application stage.
2
Personal account
You will receive access to your personal account, complete the application form, and upload materials confirming your achievements.
3
Expert evaluation
The application undergoes an independent evaluation based on the professional criteria of the relevant category.
4
Expert Committee decision
Based on the evaluation results, a decision is made on awarding laureate status.
5
Laureate status
After successfully passing the selection process, you will receive an invitation to complete your participation and officially become a laureate of the IBA Beauty Awards.
What Does Laureate Status Offer?
Laureate status strengthens your professional reputation, builds trust, and opens up new opportunities for growth.
Professional recognition
Client trust
Brand development
International publication
Official status
Diploma and award
IBA Beauty Awards Laureates
Meet the laureates of the IBA Beauty Awards whose achievements have already received international recognition.
You could be the next laureate.
Laureate stories
Emily Carter
🇺🇸 USA • Lash Artist
“Receiving the Laureate status was one of the most meaningful moments of my career. It gave me confidence, recognition, and inspired me to aim even higher.”
Giulia Rossi
🇮🇹 Italia • Nail Educator
“Dopo aver ricevuto questo riconoscimento, ho sentito crescere la fiducia dei miei clienti e dei miei studenti. È un traguardo di cui sono davvero orgogliosa.”
María González
🇪🇸 España • Brow Artist
“Este reconocimiento me dio más confianza en mí misma y reforzó mi reputación profesional. Fue un antes y un después en mi carrera.”
Anna Kowalska
🇵🇱 Polska • PMU Artist
„Zdobycie tytułu laureata było spełnieniem mojego marzenia. To wyróżnienie zmotywowało mnie do dalszego rozwoju i dało mi ogromną satysfakcję.”
Sophie Dubois
🇫🇷 France • Beauty Trainer
«Recevoir cette distinction a été une immense fierté. Elle a renforcé ma crédibilité et m’a ouvert de nouvelles opportunités professionnelles.»
Ana Petrović
🇷🇸 Srbija • Cosmetologist
„Ova nagrada mi je dala dodatno samopouzdanje i potvrdila da se trud i rad uvek isplate.“
Fernanda Oliveira
🇧🇷 Brasil • Beauty Entrepreneur
“Receber este prêmio foi um marco na minha carreira. Hoje tenho ainda mais motivação para crescer e desenvolver novos projetos.”
Katarína Novákova
🇸🇰 Slovensko • Nail Artist
„Toto ocenenie mi dodalo odvahu veriť vo svoje schopnosti. Je to úspech, na ktorý budem vždy hrdá.“
Sarah Thompson
🇬🇧 United Kingdom • Beauty Academy Founder
“This award became a powerful milestone in my professional journey. It strengthened my reputation and inspired me to keep growing.”
Elena Popescu
🇷🇴 România • Hair Stylist
„Acest premiu a reprezentat confirmarea muncii mele și m-a motivat să continui să evoluez profesional.”
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Who can apply to participate?
Professionals, trainers, academies, brands, companies, clinics, and digital projects that meet the award requirements are invited to participate.
Is a competition entry required?
No. The expert evaluation is based on professional achievements and materials provided by the participant.
Is there a fee to submit an application?
No. No payment is required at the application stage. The registration fee is paid only after successfully passing the expert selection process.
Who are the members of the Expert Committee?
The Expert Committee consists of recognized professionals, trainers, judges, and international-level experts with high professional qualifications and extensive experience.
How does the expert evaluation process work?
Each application undergoes an independent expert evaluation based on the professional criteria established for the relevant category.
What does the laureate receive?
Laureates receive official IBA Beauty Awards laureate status, a diploma, an award, publication on the award’s official platforms, and the right to use their laureate status in their professional activities.
Does laureate status mean that the IBIA accreditation has been obtained?
No. IBA Beauty Awards laureate status does not constitute accreditation, certification, or qualification verification by the International Beauty Industry Association (IBIA).
Can I apply again?
Yes. Participants and laureates from previous seasons may participate again in subsequent seasons of the award.
Where can I find the full regulations?
Full information on the participation rules, evaluation criteria, and categories is provided in the official IBA Beauty Awards regulations.
Does submitting an application guarantee laureate status?
No. Laureate status is awarded only to candidates who successfully pass the independent expert evaluation.
Can I apply in multiple categories at once?
Yes. A participant may apply in one or more categories, provided they meet the established requirements.
Ready to become an IBA Beauty Awards laureate?
Take the first step toward international professional recognition today.
Application submission is free of charge.