The 2025 Global Makeup Awards will be back in September 2025.
Our Background
Enter the 2025 Global Makeup Awards – Opening September 2025
The 2025 Global Makeup Awards open for entries this September, marking one of the most anticipated moments in the beauty industry calendar. Known for celebrating cutting-edge products and innovation, these awards are among the most respected and widely recognised in the global beauty sector.
With categories spanning makeup, skincare, haircare, beauty devices, male grooming, and wellness, the awards offer brands of all sizes — from global giants to indie pioneers — a platform to showcase excellence.
Why Enter?
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Recognised as one of the most prestigious beauty awards worldwide
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Winners gain international exposure, media coverage, and enhanced brand credibility
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Broad, inclusive categories that reflect the evolving beauty industry
Celebrating Innovation Across the Industry
While makeup remains at the heart of the awards, we also honour achievements in:
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Haircare – from nourishing treatments to styling heroes
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Beauty tech & devices – including LED tools, facial cleansing devices, and more
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Skincare, wellness, and body care
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Male grooming and unisex innovations
Whatever your niche, there’s a category designed to spotlight your product.
Past Winners
The Global Makeup Awards have proudly recognised some of the most forward-thinking and influential names in beauty. Past winners include:
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FOREO – awarded for excellence in beauty technology
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SWATI Cosmetics – winners of six awards in the Scandinavia edition
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Marina Miracle – applauded for natural, organic skincare
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Dome Beauty – recognised for their clean, sustainable cosmetics
These brands exemplify the high standards celebrated by the awards each year.
Get Ready to Enter
Submissions for the 2025 Global Makeup Awards open in September 2025. With high visibility across the industry and strong media reach, this is your opportunity to stand out in a competitive market and gain recognition on a global scale.
Be part of one of the most important beauty awards of the year.
Stay tuned for entry details and updates.
DATES
2025 GLOBAL MAKEUP AWARDS
ENTRIES OPEN 08.09.25
ENTRIES CLOSE 16.10.25
WINNERS ANNOUNCED 02.12.25
Samples needed by two weeks after entries close
(Please note this awards is now for all regions globally and will not run separate editions for the UK / Scandinavia / USA or ASIA.)
FAQ
Who decides the winners of the Global Makeup Awards?
All The Global Makeup Awards is judged by a special panel
The judging panel is formed of a team of makeup and beauty experts from the industry. Their identity remains a secret! This group of experts are tasked with the difficult decision to determine the winners of the The Global Makeup Awards.
The main judging criteria is product effectiveness, so only those products which the judges see and feel results from will be able to win!
What do winners receive?
All winners are mentioned in our online magazine: Global Makeup Magazine. Winners will receive an online winner's badge, PLUS a mention on our website. Those who request it will also receive a stylish perspex winner's trophy!
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