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The International Beauty Industry Awards (IBI Awards) are changing the way beauty and fashion awards competitions, which have remained unchanged for decades, operate in hair and makeup. They are the perfect competition for all people—from radical beauty enthusiasts to those creating traditional hair and makeup styles—no matter where you’re located. In fact, the IBI Awards are not just a competition; they’re a community that encourages any artist—regardless of their location and experience—to embrace the extraordinary.

The Birth of the IBI Awards: A Liberation of Artistry

Founded in 2018 on the spirited streets of New York City, the IBI Awards are a way for beginners and experts alike to compete in a globally respected contemporary beauty competition. The mission of these awards has always been to be a competition that welcomes anyone—from anywhere in the world—and recognizes beauty as an art form that refuses to be confined to conventional boundaries or a specific look or style.

 

Inclusivity Unleashed: Breaking Chains and Fostering Freedom

The IBI Awards shatter the norms of elitism, propelling the belief that greatness in beauty doesn’t demand a celebrity clientele or a social media frenzy. Embracing the ethos of transparency, the awards focus solely on the raw talent of beauty artisans—talent that is untethered from the chains of products, locations or clientele specifics. The awards currently boast nearly 50 categories, making them one of the most inclusive brands in the beauty awards industry. More importantly, the team at the IBI Awards is devoted to providing an opportunity for competitors to let their creative freedom take over while showcasing their talents.

 

Anonymity and Equality: The Silent Revolution in Judging

Judging for the IBI Awards occurs incognito, making them a level playing field where every stroke of creativity and every burst of imagination is judged solely on merit. The four main criteria are visual success, technical execution, creativity and concept, and overall impression, and they encompass all types of expression and style in beauty, hair and makeup. Because of their strict and transparent judging, the IBI Awards are known for being one of the fairest competitions globally for judging contestants on merit. 

 

The Mission, Purpose and Vision

In an age where rebellion fuels revolution, the IBI Awards remain focused on their mission of fostering inclusivity and will continue growing an international community of the best talents in beauty. They’re focused on cultivating the next wave of beauty artisans, who will reshape the global narrative of beauty standards. Because of this vision, the IBI Awards are not just a traditional beauty pageantry. They are more than an awards celebration; they’re a movement and a community of beauty artisans who celebrate their craft and uplift one another.

 

Campaigning for Affordability: The $88 Fee and More

The IBI Awards are an artist-funded and artist-run platform that proudly claims to have one of the lowest fees internationally—an $88 entry fee to accommodate entrants from anywhere in the world. This fee also includes personalized participant placards and free shipping. The IBI Awards are rewriting the rules of the game in terms of accessibility and affordability by offering some of the industry’s lowest pricing plus scholarships that allow beauty students to participate for free.

 

A Statuette of Liberation: The Golden Globes of Beauty Artistry

The IBI Awards statuette—a creation of the minds behind iconic awards like the Golden Globes and the Emmys—is awarded to the top winner in each of the nearly 50 competition categories. It stands as not just a trophy but also a symbol of inclusivity, devoid of gender or origin labels. It represents the Golden Globes of beauty awards, honouring the untamed spirit of artistic expression. The statuette has also been featured in The Mint Museum’s Beyond the Red Carpet: Iconic Awards and Artistic Collaborations.

A Beauty Revolution: A Community of Open Arms

In an industry where recognition is often synonymous with exclusivity, the IBI Awards extend their arms wide open, welcoming everyone—from students to professionals—to join the beauty revolution. With their diverse categories, the IBI Awards proudly wear the crown of “the Oscars of the beauty industry” and are widely considered the most inclusive beauty awards. The competition resonates with people of all styles and embraces diversity. It’s the perfect competition for beginners or experts looking to compete in a world-class environment—a testament to its global impact and undeniable commitment to beauty artisans.

 

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