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The 2023 Hairnews Industry Awards are Open – Your Creative Talent on Display!

Entries are now OPEN for the Creative Categories and we can’t wait for you to show us your sheer artistry and submit your awesome work.

These awards, which are done online and are free to enter, aim to recognize excellence, creativity, and leadership throughout our awesome industry!



Below are the categories explained, with their requirements and rules to enter.

CREATIVE CATEGORIES - JUDGED

Enter your own awesome work to be judged. We have seen so many incredible styles over the last year, and the local talent and artistry of South African stylists is hard to beat even on the international stage. Now you can push your creative genius and expertise to the limit!

  • Best Dramatic Makeover - Before & After

  • Best Hand-Painted Color Technique

  • Best Men’s Trendy Cut, Colour & Style

  • Best Red-Carpet Glamour Look

PLEASE READ ALL CATEGORY RULES CAREFULLY BEFORE ENTERING YOUR WORK OR NOMINATING YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCTS AND PERSONALITIES.

BEST DRAMATIC MAKEOVER - BEFORE & AFTER

Category Summary

This is a judged category where you can enter your own work. This category is to show the amazing power of a dramatic transformation that has left your client feeling confident and beautiful again. Whether cut or colour – show us the before and after’s that you are most proud of.

Photos do not have to be professional and can be taken in salon as long as the hair is clearly visible. You must submit one before photo and two after photos of your work.

Requirements & How to Enter

  • You must be a resident in South Africa to enter.

  • You may submit a MAXIMUM of two (2) entries per category and each entry must be emailed separately.

  • NO cross over entries will be allowed in the creative categories.

  • To enter, email belinda@hairnews.co.za with the subject Best Dramatic Makeover Entry

  • Entries must include your name, contact number, salon name and town of residence.

  • Entries must include your model/client’s first name and confirm that you have permission to publish their photos on a public platform.

  • Ensure your email is NOT larger than 3 MB. Please resize photos before sending.

  • You must include one before photo and two after photos of your work as well as the information below.

  • Each entry must Include a short description of the technique and what products you used to achieve the look.

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BEST HAND-PAINTED COLOR TECHNIQUE

Category Summary

This is a judged category where you can enter your own work. For this category We are looking for any multi-tonal free hand painted technique that provides dimension with light and shadow and blends perfectly to give hair a soft natural look.

Photos do not have to be professional and can be taken in salon as long as the hair is clearly visible. You can submit up to three photos of your work.

Requirements & How to Enter

  • You must be a resident in South Africa to enter.

  • You may submit a MAXIMUM of two (2) entries per category and each entry must be emailed separately.

  • NO cross over entries will be allowed in the creative categories.

  • To enter, email belinda@hairnews.co.za with the subject Best Hand-Painted Color Technique Entry

  • Entries must include your name, contact number, salon name and town of residence.

  • Entries must include your model/client’s first name and confirm that you have permission to publish their photos on a public platform.

  • Ensure your email is NOT larger than 3 MB. Please resize photos before sending.

  • You can submit up to three photos of your work as well as the information below.

  • Each entry must Include a short description of the technique and what products you used to achieve the look.

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BEST MEN’S TRENDY CUT, COLOUR & STYLE

Category Summary

This is a judged category where you can enter your own work. Cut, style and shape a male model to be ready to hit the streets! Any trendy cut, colour & style can be submitted that shows a combination of technical and creative skills. Fading and clipper art are welcome as well as other creative effects.

Photos do not have to be professional and can be taken in salon as long as the hair is clearly visible. You can submit up to three photos of your work.

Requirements & How to Enter

  • You must be a resident in South Africa to enter.

  • You may submit a MAXIMUM of two (2) entries per category and each entry must be emailed separately.

  • NO cross over entries will be allowed in the creative categories.

  • To enter, email belinda@hairnews.co.za with the subject Best Men’s Trendy Cut, Colour & Style Entry

  • Entries must include your name, contact number, salon name and town of residence.

  • Entries must include your model/client’s first name and confirm that you have permission to publish their photos on a public platform.

  • Ensure your email is NOT larger than 3 MB. Please resize photos before sending.

  • You can submit up to three photos of your work as well as the information below.

  • Each entry must Include a short description of the technique and what products you used to achieve the look.

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BEST RED-CARPET GLAMOUR LOOK

Category Summary

This is a judged category where you can enter your own work. For this category We are looking for timelessly glamorous and flattering red carpet hairstyles. Whether its old Hollywood’s sleek and sculptural updo with cherry-red lipstick, curls that have been beautifully swept up with jeweled accessories, or glossy bombshell waves.

Photos do not have to be professional and can be taken in salon as long as the hair is clearly visible. You can submit up to three photos of your work.

Requirements & How to Enter

  • You must be a resident in South Africa to enter.

  • You may submit a MAXIMUM of two (2) entries per category and each entry must be emailed separately.

  • NO cross over entries will be allowed in the creative categories.

  • To enter, email belinda@hairnews.co.za with the subject Best Red-Carpet Glamour Look Entry

  • Entries must include your name, contact number, salon name and town of residence.

  • Entries must include your model/client’s first name and confirm that you have permission to publish their photos on a public platform.

  • Ensure your email is NOT larger than 3 MB. Please resize photos before sending.

  • You can submit up to three photos of your work as well as the information below.

  • Each entry must Include a short description of the technique and what products you used to achieve the look.

Entries and nominations will close on the 31st of May and the voting and judging will begin the 3rd of June.

The Hairnews Team wishes you all the best for your entries and nominations!



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