Celebrating Excellence in the Hair, Beauty and Wellness Industry.
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The Five Star Beauty and Wellness Awards are designed to reward, recognize and celebrate the most outstanding hair and beauty professionals and brands that demonstrate creative excellence, exceptional talent, innovation, business acumen and set new benchmarks of excellence in the beauty and wellness sector.
Beyond recognition, the awards serve as a catalyst for growth, boost reputation and increase current and potential client confidence in the awardee's services. This offers finalists and winners unmatched exposure and a platform to amplify their brand, bringing clients through the door and driving real business growth.
The awards are a must-enter for beauty sector professionals and real businesses of all sizes — whether emerging talent or an established name — who want extra marketing highlights, grow their business income and to remain top of the list in their sector.
The 5 Star World Beauty & Wellness Awards are open to professionals and businesses across all beauty, spa, and wellness disciplines.
Tap any card below to begin your free entry
Hair Care & Barbering
Hairdressers, barbers, stylists, extensions & colorists
Spa, Beauty & Aesthetics
Estheticians, facials, waxing, wraps, makeup & sauna
Massage & Therapy
Masseuses, massage therapists & holistic healers
Image & Styling
Image consultants, personal stylists & makeover specialists
Skincare Solutions
Facial treatments, laser, acne management & clinical skincare
Nail Care Solutions
Manicures, pedicures, gel/acrylic nails & nail art
Med Spa
Botox, fillers, anti-aging, laser therapy & medical cosmetics
Tattoo & Piercing
Cosmetic tattooing, microblading & body art
Traditional & Complementary
Herbal medicine, aromatherapy & alternative therapies
Fitness & Mind-Body
Yoga studios & wellness practices
Beauty Education & Training
Institutions & trainers in the beauty industry
Others
All other beauty & wellness businesses welcome
The Five Star Beauty & Wellness Awards celebrates and honors outstanding achievements across the beauty, spa, and wellness industry.
An award finalist or win gives your business a competitive edge and helps differentiate your brand in a crowded market.
Clients are more likely to choose businesses that are recognized for excellence, professionalism, and outstanding service.
Increased credibility can attract new customers and future business collaborations.
Being a finalist or winning at the Five Star Beauty & Wellness Awards 2026 positions your brand as a trusted leader in the beauty and wellness industry.
The awards create exposure through marketing campaigns, social media promotions, press coverage, and industry networking opportunities.
Participation motivates and rewards your staff by recognizing their dedication, creativity, and commitment to client satisfaction.
Connect with salon owners, spa professionals, beauty experts, wellness brands, influencers, and industry leaders during the awards program.
An award-winning status acts as a third-party seal of approval, instantly building trust with potential customers, partners, and investors.
Our award process is designed to be transparent, fair, and rigorous. Every entry undergoes a structured multi-stage evaluation to ensure only the most deserving are recognized. Every entry is assessed individually on its own merit, focusing on quality, professionalism, and standards rather than popularity or comparison.
In line with the entry guidelines, business and professionals submit their entries through our secure online portal. Entry is free of charge.
Our review panel verifies submission completeness, eligibility, and authenticity of all documentation to ensure only qualified nominees advance to the next stage.
Comprehensive data is gathered on each nominee, including online presence, client reviews and feedback.
All entries are judged and scored anonymously by an independent panel of industry experts and leaders to ensure fairness and credibility. The finalists are determined at this stage.
Selected finalists are privately notified and posted on the website and social platforms ahead of the final jury evaluation.
The finalists are judged anonymously by an independent panel of industry experts and the winners in every category are privately notified ahead of the public ceremony, allowing time to prepare for the gala, arrange travel, and celebrate with their teams.
Winners are celebrated on stage at our prestigious gala at a venue that will be communicated to the winners in due course.
After the event, the Top 100 List will be released on the awards website and social platforms.
Personalised, framed, and hand-stamped options are available in the awards online store.
Every application undergoes equal scrutiny by our judging panel, who meticulously review every submission. Every entry is assessed individually on its own merit, focusing on quality, professionalism, excellence, measurable achievements and standards rather than popularity or comparison. This upholds the highest standards of integrity and credibility.
Our professional judging panel scores each business based on:
| Criteria | Weight |
|---|---|
| Accessibility / Customer Service Online Presence, Press, Announcements, Social Media Engagement, Digital Tech Adoption (e.g. booking portals) | 30% |
| Client Experience & Reputation Client reviews (aiming for 95%+ five-star ratings), testimonials, and evidence of a personalized client journey | 30% |
| Environment & Standards Modern, clean, and welcoming salon design that enhances the customer experience | 10% |
| Training & Education Team skills levels, structured ongoing training programs, and investment in staff development | 10% |
| Sustainability & Ethics Use of eco-friendly products, sustainable business practices, and social responsibility | 10% |
| Business Growth & Industry Contribution Evidence of growth such as increased turnover, new client acquisition, and high client retention rates | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
Start with a free entry and choose your path once you become a finalist.
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| Entry is FREE | FINALISTAssessed Entries | Optional Extras(Recommended) |
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Finalist Options Option 1 – Remain a finalist without progressing further. The $45 participant fee per category applies. The fee covers;
Option 2 – Continue in the Final Competition to determine the winners amongst the shortlisted finalists The $129 participant fee per category applies. The fee covers;
Option 3 Participant can order the Finalist Digital Certificate and badge for $29 then proceed with final competition too. (Option 2) |
Personalized, framed, and hand-stamped certificates, trophies/plaques and merchandise are available in the awards online store and are delivered directly to the address shared during registration
The online store will be accessible to finalists and winners once the awards judging process is finalized. |
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Once announced as a finalist, choose one of the options below:
Option 1 – Remain a Finalist
The $45 participant fee per category covers:
Option 2 – Continue in the Final Competition to determine the winners amongst the shortlisted finalists
The $129 participant fee per category covers:
Option 3 – Certificate + Final
Order the Finalist Digital Certificate and badge for $29, then proceed with the Final Competition (Option 2) as well.
$29 + Option 2Personalized, framed, and hand-stamped certificates, trophies/plaques and merchandise delivered directly to your address.
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