Are you a visionary, trailblazing beauty brand revolutionizing your category?
On March 26, the Future of Beauty Awards will celebrate exceptional founders of innovative brands products and technology that are transforming the beauty industry.
The Future of Beauty Awards serves to honor and celebrate the visionaries and trailblazers who have shaped the beauty industry through their creativity, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit. By recognizing their achievements, the award aims to inspire others and further promote innovation and excellence within the beauty industry.
Award Winners will receive:
Brand exposure at our live ceremony
Speaking opportunity
Future of Beauty Awards badge recognition
Media coverage
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Key Dates:
January 27, 2025
Submissions open, beauty brands apply now!
February 21, 2025
Submissions close. Our panel of industry experts will review all applications.
March 26, 2025
Winners will attend our prestigious Future of Beauty Awards ceremony live at the sophisticated Genesis House in New York, where they will co-host a live panel on their contribution to the industry.
2025 Categories:
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Clean Beauty Brand of the Year
Recognized for its commitment to of ethical and sustainable beauty, our Clean Beauty Brand of the Year sets a new standard in purity and efficacy to deliver transformative skincare and cosmetics without compromise.
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The Science of Scent
For its mastery in blending scent artistry with scientific precision, the Science of Scent Award will be honored to a brand who has integrated cutting-edge research with olfactory expertise, they've crafted fragrances that evoke emotion and captivate the senses, setting a new standard for scent innovation.
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Mane Mastery
The Mane Mastery Award recognizes exceptional individuals who have demonstrated outstanding innovation and leadership in the field of haircare. This award celebrates founders who have revolutionized the industry through groundbreaking products, technologies, or business models that have had a significant impact on consumers, professionals, and the industry as a whole.
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Best K-Beauty Brand
This award recognizes a leading K-Beauty brand that exemplifies excellence in skincare, cosmetics, and innovation. The winning brand must demonstrate a commitment to high-quality products, unique formulations inspired by Korean beauty traditions, and a forward-thinking approach to beauty trends.
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Cosmetics Excellence
The Cosmetics Excellence award honors a brand, product line, or innovation that has set a new standard in the cosmetics industry. This recognition celebrates exceptional quality, creativity, and effectiveness in makeup products, encompassing categories such as foundation, eye makeup, lip products, and more. The recipient demonstrates innovation in formulation, design, and user experience while maintaining a commitment to inclusivity, sustainability, and consumer well-being.
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Most Efficacious Skincare Brand
This Most Efficacious Skincare Brand award award celebrates the skincare brand that consistently delivers exceptional, science-backed results, setting the benchmark for efficacy in the industry. The winning brand is recognized for its innovative formulations, proven performance, and dedication to addressing diverse skin concerns.
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Best of Beauty Tech
The Best of Beauty Tech award recognizes a brand, product, or innovation at the forefront of the intersection between technology and beauty. This award honors groundbreaking advancements that enhance the beauty experience, whether through cutting-edge devices, personalized beauty apps, AI-driven solutions, or other tech-enabled innovations.
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Beauty with Purpose
The Beauty with Purpose Award recognizes the outstanding efforts of beauty brand founders who have not only created successful products but have also made significant strides in promoting social impact and positive change within their communities. This award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, ethical sourcing, and philanthropy in the beauty industry.
Our 2024 Winners
Meet our 2024 winning brands, including Naomi Watts' Stripes, Wendy Iles' Iles Formula, and Molly Sims' YSE Beauty. This year, it could be you.
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Clean Beauty Brand of the Year
Garance Doré
Founder & CDDoré is modern French Pharmacy Skincare with products that are EWG Verified, Plastic Neutral and clinically effective for sensitive skin.
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Breakthrough Brand of the Year
Naomi Watts
Founder & CCOStripes is for women (and people) 35-55+, experiencing symptoms due to hormonal changes. Stripes offers science backed skincare, vaginal care, haircare, and supplements.
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Most Efficacious Skincare Brand
Molly Sims
FounderYSE Beauty, founded by Molly Sims, is a clinically proven and dermatologist-tested line of skincare essentials for the multi-hyphenate woman.
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Best Use of New Technology
Sophie Bai
Founder & CEOB.A.I. Biosciences is a new generation biotechnology company with over 20 patented technologies in medical and cosmetic dermatology.
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Clean Cosmetics Excellence
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Social Impact Advocate
Mary A Stephenson
Founder & CEOGLAM4GOOD is a leading non-profit that repurposes unused merchandise to address clothing and self-care insecurity in America
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The Science of Scent
Malaika Jones
Founder & CEOBROWN GIRL Jane is an award-winning fine fragrance brand anchored in heritage, wanderlust, and exceptional artistry.
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The Science of Scent
Tai Beachamp
Co-Founder & CBOBROWN GIRL Jane is an award-winning fine fragrance brand anchored in heritage, wanderlust, and exceptional artistry.
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Beauty With Purpose
David Yi
Co-Founder & CEOgood light is a personal care brand that believes in beauty beyond the binary. Our brand ethos is all about creating a more robust skin barrier with products that will nourish, strengthen, and restore.
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Best K-Beauty Brand
Charlotte Cho
FounderFounded by Charlotte Cho, Then I Met You is sensorial skincare born from Korean innovation and time-honored rituals.
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Global Innovator
Pritika Swarup
FounderPrakti revitalizes skin with modern Ayurvedic beauty & wellness solutions. Prakti empowers women to embrace their beauty through holistic self-care.
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Mane Mastery
Wendy Iles
FounderILES FORMULA
Iles Formula is a collection of luxury, high performance haircare products formulated for all hair types and textures.
Submit your 2025 Awards Application:
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Genesis House is an oasis in the heart of New York City that offers all who walk through its doors the opportunity to relax, indulge and explore Korean culture and community, culinary excellence, and innovative architecture and technology.
FAQs
May I enter more than one brand per category:
Yes, you must complete a separate entry form for each brand you enter.
May I submit a brand into more than one category:
Yes, you must complete a separate entry for each category.
Who can enter the awards?
Any brand executive or agency representative over the age of 18 may enter.
May I edit the entry form after I submit:
No, once you submit the form, it will be visible to the judging committee.
When will the honorees be announced?
The winners will be notified by Monday, March 3.
Are winners required to attend:
Applicants should be available to attend the Future of Beauty Awards in NYC on March 26 to be featured on stage. Travel costs will need to be covered by the applicant.
Where will the Awards ceremony take place?
The Future of Beauty Awards will take place on Wednesday, March 26 at 5:30pm at Genesis House in New York City.