The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has announced the finalists for 31st annual North American Hairstyling Awards' #NAHAMoment Award: a new award that celebrates the best work of licensed beauty professionals over the past year, which were submitted via Instagram.
The Master Stylist category is designed to allow the biggest names in the industry to compete with one another. Entrants are top platform artists, educators, artistic directors and previous Hairstylists of the Year who submit five images of a collection exemplifying best work.
The Hairstylist of the Year category is the most prestigious recognition a finalist can attain. Check out these diverse, creative and versatile hair designs capturing the excellence and artistry of the industry.
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.
The Nail Professional of the Year category features the best in nail artistry and design.
Upstyles to classic waves, the Styling and Finishing category shows off the best in styling/finishing design.
The Newcomer Stylist category features stylists with less than three years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist.
NAHA's Haircutting category features the best in hair cutting artistry and design.
The Texture 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.
Collections in the Student Hairstylist of the Year 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.
