Spotlighting exceptional entrepreneurs shaping the future of the beauty and wellness industry. Apply now for a chance to join us at The Business of Beauty Global Forum this year.
Early bird applications close on February 27, 2026.
Early bird applicants will save $200 off the full entry fee and receive access to The Business of Beauty’s community events, which gather senior leaders, founders and BoF editors for intimate conversations.
Spotlighting exceptional entrepreneurs shaping the future of the beauty and wellness industry. Apply now for a chance to join us at The Business of Beauty Global Forum this year.
Early bird applications close on February 27, 2026.
Early bird applicants will save $200 off the full entry fee and receive access to The Business of Beauty’s community events, which gather senior leaders, founders and BoF editors for intimate conversations.
Pitch Your Brand to Industry Leaders
Priya Venkatesh
Global Chief Merchandising Officer, Sephora
Scott Friedman
Chief Executive Officer,
Rare Beauty
Danessa Myricks
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Danessa Myricks Beauty
Vennette Ho
Managing Director,
Raymond James
Renaud Salmon
Chief Creative Officer,
Amouage
Mona Kattan
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Kayali
Imran Amed
Founder and
Chief Executive Officer,
The Business of Fashion
Priya Rao
Executive Editor,
The Business of Beauty,
The Business of Fashion
Pitch Your Brand to
Industry Leaders
Vennette Ho
Managing Director,
Raymond James
Renaud Salmon
Chief Creative Officer, Amouage
Priya Venkatesh
Global Chief Merchandising Officer, Sephora
Priya Rao
Executive Editor,
The Business of Beauty, The Business of Fashion
Scott Friedman
Chief Executive Officer,
Rare Beauty
Mona Kattan
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Kayali
Danessa Myricks
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Danessa Myricks Beauty
Imran Amed
Founder and Chief Executive Officer,
The Business of Fashion
This year, the Global Awards will expand to honour founders across three application tracks, from early-stage brands to established industry leaders.
Applications will be assessed using the following criteria:
- CREATIVE EXECUTION: Entrepreneurs with brands that combine distinctive products, packaging and marketing that demonstrate tangible social or environmental impact.
- BUSINESS INNOVATION: Entrepreneurs with lean, sophisticated or innovative business models that showcase strong financials, whilst contributing to sustainability, social good or community benefit.
Deadlines:
- February 27 — Early bird deadline
($499 application fee) Read more about our early bird application benefits here.
- March 27 — Final deadline
($699 application fee)
This year, the Global Awards will expand to honour founders across three application tracks, from early-stage brands to established industry leaders.
Applications will be assessed using the following criteria:
- CREATIVE EXECUTION: Entrepreneurs with brands that combine distinctive products, packaging and marketing that demonstrate tangible social or environmental impact.
- BUSINESS INNOVATION: Entrepreneurs with lean, sophisticated or innovative business models that showcase strong financials, whilst contributing to sustainability, social good or community benefit.
Deadlines:
- February 27 — Early bird deadline Read more about our early bird application benefits here.
($499 application fee)
- March 27 — Final deadline
($699 application fee)
For more information on the Global Awards and who can apply, please read the Fine Print and FAQs here.
Why Enter?
Attend The Business of Beauty Global Forum
Join our programme of talks, interactive workshops and intimate gatherings at The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026, where we bring together 150 hand-selected senior executives, entrepreneurs and creatives from around the world. Accommodation will be provided for founders. Tickets are invitation-only and valued at $7,500.
Promote Your Business to the Industry
Present your brand in a special showcase exposition to our jury panel along with our prestigious community of guests. 91 percent of attendees at The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2025 were SVP-level executives and above from companies such as Sephora, Summer Fridays, L'Oréal, L Catterton and more.
Grow Your Brand Awareness
Winners will be announced on stage at the Global Forum closing dinner. They will also be featured in an interview on The Business of Beauty, which will be shared across BoF’s newsletters and social media channels with more than 7.5 million followers.
Receive Expert Mentorship
We’re honoured to have a jury panel of industry leaders with deep expertise and commitment to elevating the next generation of beauty innovators. Winners will be paired with a member of our jury for six months of mentoring to address areas of growth.
Access BoF Professional and BoF Careers
All applicants will receive complimentary 12-month access to BoF Professional and The Business of Beauty, valued at $400. Winners will also receive complimentary 12-month access to BoF Careers, including a company page on site and unlimited job postings, valued at $4,200.
For more information on the Global Awards benefits and who can apply, please read our Fine Print and FAQs here.
Why Enter?
Attend The Business of Beauty
Global Forum
Finalists will be invited to join our programme of talks, interactive workshops and intimate gatherings at our Global Forum in Napa Valley, California. Accommodation will be provided for founders. Tickets are invitation-only and valued at $7,500.
Promote Your Business to
the Industry
Finalists will present their product in a special showcase exposition and connect with our prestigious community of guests. 91 percent of attendees at our Global Forum 2025 were SVP-level executives and above from companies such as Sephora, Summer Fridays, L Catterton and more.
Grow Your Brand Awareness
Winners will be announced on stage at the Global Forum closing dinner. They will also be featured in an interview on The Business of Beauty, which will be shared across BoF’s newsletters and social media channels with more than 7.5 million followers.
Receive Expert Mentorship
We’re honoured to have a jury panel of industry leaders with deep expertise and commitment to elevating the next generation of beauty innovators. Winners will be paired with a member of our jury for six months of mentoring to address areas of growth.
Access BoF Professional and
BoF Careers
All applicants will receive complimentary 12-month access to BoF Professional and The Business of Beauty, valued at $400. Winners will also receive complimentary 12-month access to BoF Careers, including a company page on site and unlimited job postings, valued at $4,200.
For more information on the Global Awards benefits and who can apply please read our Fine Print and FAQs here.
Success Stories
From Previous Winners
AKT
The 100 percent plastic-free, cruelty-free, vegan, and natural brand — tried, tested, and approved by London’s West End performers — will be launching with its first global retail partner this year.
YSE Beauty
In December 2025, the brand — designed for women 35+ seeking effective, uncomplicated solutions — announced a $15 million Series A led by Silas Capital to support US Sephora expansion and e-commerce growth.
Ruka
The biotechnology hair care company, known for its lab-grown extensions, is set to launch with its first global retail partner later this year.
Fara Homidi Beauty
Cool-girl makeup artist brand Fara Homidi Beauty lined up investment from Sandbridge Capital — whom she connected with at the 2024 Global Forum.
Success Stories
From Previous Winners
AKT
The 100 percent plastic-free, cruelty-free, vegan, and natural brand — tried, tested, and approved by London’s West End performers — will be launching with its first global retail partner this year.
YSE Beauty
In December 2025, the brand — designed for women 35+ seeking effective, uncomplicated solutions — announced a $15 million Series A led by Silas Capital to support US Sephora expansion and e-commerce growth.
Ruka
The biotechnology hair care company, known for its lab-grown extensions, is set to launch with its first global retail partner later this year.
Fara Homidi Beauty
Cool-girl makeup artist brand Fara Homidi Beauty lined up investment from Sandbridge Capital — whom she connected with at the 2024 Global Forum.
“The Business of Beauty Global Awards landed myself and the other two brands on the map in a different way.”
FARA HOMIDI
FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
FARA HOMIDI BEAUTY
“The Business of Beauty Global Award helped fast-track Ruka’s entry into US prestige retail while elevating an underserved category.”
TENDAI MOYO
CO-FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
RUKA HAIR
“The Business of Beauty Global Awards landed myself and the other two brands on the map in a different way.”
FARA HOMIDI
FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
FARA HOMIDI BEAUTY
“The Business of Beauty Global Award helped fast-track Ruka’s entry into US prestige retail while elevating an underserved category.”
TENDAI MOYO
CO-FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
RUKA HAIR
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to founders of consumer beauty brands selling products in at least one of the following categories: Makeup; Skincare (including devices); Hair care (including scalp care, tools and devices); Body care (including sexual wellness, tools and devices), and Fragrance. Ingestibles, services, digital products or products administered in clinical settings and professional machines are not eligible for admission.
Market Stage: Your company must already be selling products in at least one active distribution channel:
- DTC through your company’s website
- In your company’s own retail store(s)
- Through wholesale accounts.
Global Awards Timeline
- January 27: Applications open
- February 27: Early bird application deadline ($499 application fee)
- March 27: Final entry deadline ($699 application fee)
- April–May: Judging begins, finalists selected and notified
- June 23: Finalists will pitch to our all-star jury at Stanly Ranch in Napa Valley
- June 24–26: Finalists will attend The Business of Beauty Global Forum
- June 26: Award winners will be announced at the closing dinner
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to founders of consumer beauty brands selling products in at least one of the following categories: Makeup; Skincare (including devices); Hair care (including scalp care, tools and devices); Body care (including sexual wellness, tools and devices), and Fragrance. Ingestibles, services, digital products or products administered in clinical settings and professional machines are not eligible for admission.
Market Stage: Your company must already be selling products in at least one active distribution channel:
- DTC through your company’s website
- In your company’s own retail store(s)
- Through wholesale accounts.
Timeline
- January 27: Applications open
- February 27: Early bird deadline ($499 fee)
- March 27: Final entry deadline ($699 fee)
- April–May: Judging begins, finalists selected and notified
- June 23: Finalists will pitch to our all-star jury at Stanly Ranch in Napa Valley
- June 24–26: Finalists will attend The Business of Beauty Global Forum
- June 26: Award winners will be announced at the closing dinner
Partners
Awards Partner
If you are interested in partnership opportunities, please contact our team here.
Partners
Awards Partner
If you are interested in partnership opportunities,
please contact our team here.