America’s Beauty Show by Cosmetologists Chicago announces the creation of the ABS Global Image Awards, which replace the former CC STARS Photo Competition. The Global Image Awards will recognize hairdressing talent on an international level. The photo competition requests entries in eight different categories: Haircutting, ColorAmerica Colorist of the Year, Avant Garde, Texture, Editorial, Men’s Cutting, Artist Team and Student Champion.

ABS Global Image Awards are open to all licensed salon professionals, barbers and cosmetology students. The deadline to submit entrees is October 31, 2016. All categories will be judged by a group of salon industry leaders, influencers and masters from across the globe. The winner in each category will receive on-stage presence during America’s Beauty Show 2017, March 25-27, 2017 at McCormick Place in Chicago. In addition to each category winner, one extraordinary submission will be awarded The Leo Passage Gold Trophy in honor of the late Pivot Point founder, Leo Passage.

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