The Beauty, Hair & Spa Awards 2026 are now open for entries, with the gala ceremony taking place on 19 April at the InterContinental Dublin, as part of the Professional Beauty & Hair 2026 show weekend.
The awards are a highly valuable opportunity to gain recognition for your achievements, network with other leaders in your industry and motivate your team to keep striving for excellence.
There are 13 categories in total, and here’s what some of our previous winners have had to say about them, and why they think you should enter.
Transform your career
“Winning was a transformative experience for my career. It not only elevated my brand’s visibility, it has also opened doors to new opportunities and collaborations. Entering the awards is a chance to showcase your passion and dedication to the industry, and the recognition can truly propel your business to new heights.”
Danny Malone, winner of Colour Technician of the Year 2024
Boost team morale
“We enter the awards every year because they celebrate the best in our industry and push us to keep raising the bar. Winning Hair Salon Team of the Year two years in a row has been incredible for team moralem and has really boosted our visibility and credibility with clients. It’s been brilliant for business.”
Greg Clarke, co-owner, Amica Eco Hairdressing, winner of Hair Salon Team of the Year 2023 and 2024
Raise your profile
“Winning Beauty Salon of the Year and Therapist of the Year was such a proud moment. It gave our team a real boost and brought amazing opportunities our way. It’s raised our profile, brought in wonderful new clients and helped us attract top-level therapists who really share our vision at Ómra Beauty. I would honestly encourage anyone thinking about entering to go for it.”
Rachael Foley, owner, Ómra Beauty, winner of Beauty Salon of the Year and Therapist of the Year 2024
Be inspired to grow professionally
“I am very happy that I entered the awards and feel very proud of my victory, which was the result of my efforts and the great work I did. Entering and winning has inspired me not to stop and do my job better and better.”
Olena Huliaieva, Make-up Artist of the Year 2024
Gain confidence in your sector
“I'm still absolutely elated that I won this award. It gave me such a boost of confidence and encouragement to keep growing as an educator. Since then, I’ve completed a skin science course at UCD, and I have continued to expand my knowledge to better support my students and industry.”
Lorna Melay, Brownyn Conroy Beauty School, winner of Educator of the Year 2024
So, what are you waiting for? For more information on the Beauty, Hair & Spa Awards 2026 and to enter, click here.
