2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Newcomer Stylist
The Newcomer Stylist category features stylists with less than three years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist. See the finalists!
2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Salon/School Design of the Year
Ambiance is critical to a successful salon. Salons and schools in this category are recognized as the most aesthetically pleasing and well-designed in North America.
2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Salon Team of the Year
The NAHA Salon Team category showcases a team's diversity, versatility, creativity and expertise in hair styling. Salon teams must consist of at least two members and be employed at the same salon to be eligible.
2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Student
Collections in NAHA's Student category display creativity, versatility and expertise in hair styling. Students must be enrolled in school or performing required hours in a salon and NOT be a licensed cosmetologist as of the entry deadline.
2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Styling/Finishing
See who the 2017 finalists are in the North American Hairstyling Awards' Styling/Finishing category.
2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Texture
This category demonstrates texture skills with designs that complement the individuality of diverse hair textures. Hair texture may be natural or chemically treated, but entries must display wearable, cutting-edge textured hair styles.
Easy and Edgy Knotted Updo How-To with Sam Villa
Here’s a tutorial on how to twist knots to make an updo that’s edgy, yet easy to do.
Choose Beauty: Dilek Onur-Taylor
You’d need 20 commas to fully describe Dilek Onur-Taylor’s industry contributions—but a good start is educator, trainer, inspiration, award-winner and, above all, artist.
Vivienne Mackinder Joins Joico as Guest Artistic Director
Artist, educator and innovator, Vivienne Mackinder is joining Joico as their Guest Artistic Director.
by Anne Moratto
Vivienne Mackinder Joins Joico as Guest Artistic Director
Artist, educator and innovator, Vivienne Mackinder is joining Joico as their Guest Artistic Director.
by Anne Moratto
Enter Now for NAHA 2017! Deadline is Feb. 10
The 2017 entry process for the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) is officially open.
Cosmoprof and PBA Beauty Week
From July 24-26, 2016, Cosmoprof North America (CPNA) produced record breaking exhibitor attendance and ticket sales. Held annually at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, 33,750 attendees (12.5% increase to 2015) engaged with record ...
by Anne Moratto
Recap: The North American Hairstyling Awards 2016
The North American Hairstyling Awards united the industry in a celebration of top talent and artistry.The Event The Professional Beauty Association’s 2016 North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) ceremony, hosted by actor Alan ...
by Lauren Quick
Behind the Scenes: Moroccanoil's 2016 NAHA Presentation
Moroccanoil made a beautiful statement during its 2016 North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) stage presentation. Kevin Hughes, global ambassador and spokesperson for Moroccanoil, and the creative team displayed 12 models, including two men, that were inspired by royalty and love.
by Lauren Quick
Meet Dilek Onur-Taylor: The Educator, Artist, Mom, Boss and NAHA Winner
Chicago-based stylist Dilek Onur-Taylor, who is part of the core team for The Salon By InStyle inside JCPenney, isn’t just a master stylist. She’s a master colorist, educator, cutter, platform artist and, adding to her long list of ...
The Butterfly: Meet NAHA Hairstylist of the Year Matt Swinney
When Matt Swinney was in high school, a promising career in professional football was derailed by an injury, and his dreams of going to Arizona State University took a detour. And though the Minneapolis native has had plenty of jobs ranging from ...
The 2016 NAHA Winners
The biggest night in hairdressing just wrapped up at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Hotel in Las Vegas, and the 2016 North American Hairstyling Awards' (NAHA) winners have all been announced!