Entering the awards is free. The first step is to create an account which takes a few seconds. You will then receive an email from the awards platform, please click on this to verify your details. You’ll then be directed to the entry pages of the awards. You don’t have to upload your entry in one go; you can save your details and complete it at a time that suits you. After entering, you can return using your login credentials, enter other categories and manage your account.
Please email info@nibeautyexcellence.com if you need any further assistance with the entry process.
Closing date for entries: 9pm Sunday 6th April 2025
For each category you must provide
• Contact Name
• Name of Business or Product
• Telephone Number
• Address
• Email Address
• Social Media handles
• Your Website domain
• All questions on the entry form must be answered
Please ensure you are available to attend the 2025 Awards on Saturday 7th June
Is your clinic the foremost doctor / dentist-led aesthetics clinic in Northern Ireland? Do you offer the best treatments administered by a team of highly skilled professionals? Judges will be looking for a doctor / dentist-led aesthetics clinic that is innovative, not only in the services they provide but also in the quality of care they give their clients. This award will recognise an outstanding doctor / dentist-led clinic that is pioneering the way in the aesthetics industry.
(The clinic must have a medical practitioner, doctor or dentist only, whether visiting or full-time onsite, providing the injectables)
Is your clinic at the forefront of nurse-led aesthetics clinics in Northern Ireland? Do you offer the best range of treatments from a highly trained team of staff? The judges will be looking for a nurse-led aesthetics clinic that is innovative, not only in the services that they provide but also in the quality of care they give their clients. The award will recognise an outstanding nurse-led clinic that is leading the way in the aesthetics industry.
(The clinic must have a nurse medical practitioner, whether visiting or full-time onsite, providing the injectables.)
This category recognises any skincare clinic or salon in Northern Ireland that specialises in providing advanced skin treatments to clients. Your salon/clinic can specialise solely in skincare or provide general beauty, nails and spa treatments, but the focus of your business will be advanced skin treatments. Judges will be looking for a skin clinic or salon that excels in quality practice and customer service.
This category will recognise a Barbers or Male Grooming Salon that is excelling in Northern Ireland. Whether you are a small independent business or part of a large chain, our judges want to recognise a salon that stands out in the barber / male grooming market. Judges will be looking for a Barbers / Male Grooming Salon that excels in quality practice and customer service.
This category is open to a salon that has 5 or more staff members (including you) that specialises in classic beauty practices and that stands out in the Northern Ireland beauty industry. The judges will be looking for a highly esteemed practice that uses quality products, combined with excellent customer service.
This category is open to a solo entrepreneur or salon that 4 or less staff members (including you), that specialises in classic beauty practices and that stands out in the Northern Ireland beauty industry. The judges will be looking for a highly esteemed practice that uses quality products, combined with excellent customer service.
Does your spa offer the most luxurious treatments and top-class service in Northern Ireland? The judges are looking for the most innovative spas in Northern Ireland that use high quality products and offer clients an unforgettable experience. This category is open to both day spas and residential spas.
Education and training are at the core of all salons and clinics. This category will recognise an inspirational or innovative educator, training academy or school that stands out in the Aesthetics, Beauty and Hair industry in Northern Ireland. Whether you are an individual, small or large training academy, our judges want to recognise a training provider who focuses on quality and expertise and excels in quality practice and customer service.
This category is open to any e-commerce or store-based retailer/supplier (whether you are a small independent or part of a large chain), in the Hair and Beauty industry supplying to Northern Ireland, that goes above and beyond for its customers. (Applies to trade only and / or open to the public)
This category is open to a solo hair stylist or hair salon, with 4 or less members of staff (including yourself), that is excelling in Northern Ireland. Our judges want to recognise a salon that is a ‘cut above’ in the NI Hair industry. Judges will be looking for a salon that excels in professional practice, uses high quality products and has outstanding customer service.
This category will recognise a hair salon, with 5 or more staff members (including you), that is excelling in Northern Ireland. Whether you are an independent salon or part of a large chain, our judges want to recognise a salon that is a ‘cut above’ in the NI Hair industry. Judges will be looking for a salon that excels in professional practice, uses high quality products and has outstanding customer service.
This category celebrates the exceptional talent and expertise of a hair specialist in Northern Ireland, who specialises in bridal and wedding hair. Whether you are a solo artist or part of a team, this award honours those who consistently create stunning, flawless hairstyles for brides and their wedding parties. Judges will be looking for a professional who can transform a client’s vision into reality, with a focus on creativity, technique and customer service.
Your ability to make clients feel beautiful and confident on their special day, as well as your commitment to staying on top of bridal trends, will be key in determining the winner of this category.
This category will recognise a hair loss specialist that is excelling in Northern Ireland. Whether you are a small independent or part of a large chain, our judges want to recognise a specialist that stands out in the NI Hair industry. Judges will be looking for a salon that excels in professional practice and customer service.
This category will recognise a hair extension specialist that is excelling in Northern Ireland. Whether you are a small independent or part of a large chain, our judges want to recognise a specialist that stands out in the NI Hair industry. Judges will be looking for a salon that excels in professional practice and customer service.
This category will recognise a brow specialist that is excelling in Northern Ireland. Whether you are a small independent or part of a large chain, our judges want to recognise a specialist that stands out in the NI Beauty industry. Judges will be looking for a salon that excels in professional practice and customer service.
This category will recognise a lash specialist that is excelling in Northern Ireland. Whether you are a small independent or part of a large chain, our judges want to recognise a specialist that stands out in the NI Beauty industry. Judges will be looking for a salon that excels in professional practice and customer service.
This category recognises a talented professional in Northern Ireland who specialises in hair removal services. Whether you focus on waxing, threading, laser treatments, or other techniques, this award celebrates those who provide exceptional service, ensuring clients receive the best results with care and precision. Judges will be looking for a hair removal specialist who demonstrates a deep understanding of different hair removal methods, prioritises client comfort and safety and consistently delivers a high standard of service.
Whether you’re an independent practitioner or part of a larger team, this award highlights those who excel in the art and science of hair removal, while offering an outstanding client experience.
This category recognises the best new aesthetics, beauty or hair business in Northern Ireland. Your business must be newly opened from April 2023. Your business could be a product or service from a company based in Northern Ireland that supports the industry through innovation and enhancing the needs of its customers. Judges will be looking for a business that excels in quality practice and customer service. (Two Years or Under)
This category recognises the best aesthetics business in Northern Ireland that operates as a home-based or mobile company. You will provide aesthetic treatments to clients, either on a mobile therapy basis, or at a home-based salon/spa/clinic. Judges will be looking for a business that excels in quality practice and customer service. This business must have a medical practitioner whether visiting or full-time onsite, providing the injectables.
This category recognises the best hair business in Northern Ireland that operates as a home-based or mobile company. You will provide hair treatments to clients, either on a mobile therapy basis, or at a home-based salon/spa/clinic. Judges will be looking for a business that excels in quality practice and customer service.
This category recognises the best beauty business in Northern Ireland that operates as a home-based or mobile company. You will provide beauty or spa treatments to clients, either on a mobile therapy basis, or at a home-based salon/spa/clinic. Judges will be looking for a salon or clinic that excels in quality practice and customer service.
This category celebrates a standout makeup artist or makeup studio in Northern Ireland that specialises in creating stunning looks for events, special occasions and one-on-one makeup lessons. Whether you’re an independent artist, a small studio or part of a larger brand, our judges are looking to recognise a makeup artist or studio that has made a significant impact on the local makeup scene. A makeup studio is a dedicated space where clients come to prepare for special events. The studio may be run by a solo artist or a team of professionals.
(If your focus is on bridal makeup, please enter that category.)
Judges will consider excellence in both makeup artistry and customer service, rewarding those who consistently deliver high-quality experiences.
This category highlights an exceptional individual makeup artist or makeup team specialising in bridal and wedding makeup in Northern Ireland. Whether you’re a solo artist or work with a team, our judges are eager to recognise those who excel in creating flawless, beautiful looks for brides and their wedding parties.
Judges will be looking for outstanding skill, attention to detail and exceptional customer service, rewarding those who provide an unforgettable experience for their clients on such a special day.
This category recognises a nail salon in Northern Ireland that consistently delivers outstanding service and exceptional results. Whether you’re a small boutique or part of a larger chain, the judges are looking for a salon that stands out in customer care, skill and overall experience. From classic manicures to the latest trends, this award celebrates a salon that excels in creating a welcoming environment and offering high-quality nail services to its clients.
This award honours an individual manicurist in Northern Ireland who specialises in natural nail care. Judges will be looking for a professional who excels in promoting healthy nails, offering expert care and treatments without the use of enhancements. Whether it’s a simple manicure or a specialised treatment, this category celebrates the artistry, skill and attention to detail of those who focus on nurturing natural nails and delivering beautiful, healthy results.
This category celebrates an innovative and skilled nail technician in Northern Ireland known for pushing the boundaries of creativity and design. Judges are looking for someone who excels in unique and artistic nail art, demonstrating exceptional talent in using different techniques, colours and styles. From intricate designs to bold statements, this award is for the technician whose creativity makes nails a true work of art.
This category will recognise a beauty, aesthetics or hair business in Northern Ireland leading the way in sustainability. This category is open to businesses that embrace sustainability.
This category will recognise a semi or permanent make-up specialist that is excelling in Northern Ireland. Whether you are an individual, small independent business or part of a large chain, our judges want to recognise a semi or permanent makeup specialist that is making an impact in the NI Beauty industry. Judges will be looking for a salon or clinic that excels in quality practice and customer service.
This award will recognise an individual, salon or clinic that specialises in one area in the Hair and Beauty Industry in Northern Ireland. For example, you could be a holistic therapist, alternative beauty expert, tanning guru or a massage specialist. Judges will be looking for a salon or clinic that excels in quality practice and customer service.
This category is open to small businesses, who have 4 or less employees (including yourself). Your business could be a product or service from a company based in Northern Ireland that supports the industry, through innovation and enhancing the needs of its customers. Judges will be looking for a business that excels in quality practice and customer service.
This category is open to large Hair, Beauty or Aesthetic businesses with 5 or more employees (including yourself). Your business could be a product or service from a company based in Northern Ireland that supports the industry through innovation and enhancing the needs of its customers. Judges will be looking for a business that excels in quality practice and customer service.
