Meet the Global Hair and Makeup Awards: A New Name for the Global Makeup Awards

We have some news. The Global Makeup Awards is becoming the Global Hair and Makeup Awards, with entries opening on Monday 31 August 2026.

Although makeup was the original focus of the awards, haircare has been included for some time and has become an increasingly important part of what we do. The new name simply gives hair the recognition it deserves and makes it clearer to brands what the awards cover.

Makeup isn’t going anywhere. We will continue to recognise brilliant makeup launches alongside haircare, skincare and other beauty products.

The awards are now entering their eighth year. During that time, we’ve received entries from household names, growing independent businesses and new brands from around the world. More than 700 brands enter our awards each year, making them a trusted way for companies to put their products in front of experienced beauty judges.

Winning brands receive an official winner’s badge, a personalised online certificate and a listing with a backlink from the awards website. The badge can be used on packaging, websites, social media and other marketing, helping customers and retailers identify products that have been independently recognised.

Changing the name felt like the natural next step. The Global Hair and Makeup Awards better represents the brands already entering and gives us more room to celebrate the best new launches across both areas of the industry.

Entries open on Monday 31 August 2026, when brands will be able to view the categories and submit their products.

We’re looking forward to seeing what this year brings and to welcoming the first entries under our new name.