2026 Beauty Awards Product Submissions

An instant, lightweight foam-to-serum scalp treatment designed to hydrate, soothe, and protect while supporting long-term scalp and hair health.

Powered by the Dyson Amino11™ blend, farm-grown barley paired with 11 amino acids to support the scalp barrier and improve hydration

Clinically proven to deliver 63% less hair fall, 62% oil reduction, and 88% reduction in visible flakes

Enriched with niacinamide and Ectoin Natural® to enhance the scalp barrier, plus caffeine to energize

Creates a balanced scalp environment with up to 65% immediate increase in scalp moisture Lightweight, non-greasy application, 94% said hair did not feel sticky or greasy after use

Gotta repair your strands real fast? BRB. This Bond Repair Balm repairs dry, damaged hair in just 3 minutes. Use in the shower to repair damage from heat, color-treating, breakage & split ends.

This is an overnight age-corrective leave-in serum powered by Pro-Xylane and Ochrophyta Algae to help visibly reverse the five signs of hair aging. The luxurious formula hydrates, smooths, and enhances body from root to tip while providing heat protection up to 450°F.

How to use: Apply one pump to dry or damp hair before bedtime, distributing evenly through lengths and ends. No rinse required, wake up to revitalized, healthier-looking hair by morning.

Aveda’s Miraculous Oil is a high-performance, plant-powered oil concentrate designed to instantly boost shine, smoothness, and manageability. Powered by a unique blend of botanical oils including tsubaki and daikon seed, along with Aveda’s exclusive camelina oil ferment rich in omega fatty acids, the formula softens and strengthens hair while delivering 195% more shine and up to 2x smoother strands with all-day frizz protection. Lightweight yet deeply nourishing, it enhances radiance without weighing hair down, while a calming pure-fume aroma elevates the sensorial experience. Vegan, responsibly sourced, and housed in 100% post-consumer recycled packaging, Miraculous Oil reflects Aveda’s commitment to both high-performance results and susta

Powered by KRT with liquid crystal serine amino acid, the NEXXUS Keraphix Liquid Crystallizer Treatment was developed with cutting-edge protein science. This new treatment’s dual approach penetrates deep into hair while sealing the cuticle, ensuring healthy hair isn’t just made — it’s maintained.
Think of the cuticle layer as your hair’s armor, shielding against damage while reflecting light for that glossy shine. Once damaged, the armor cracks and the cuticle lifts, leaving your strands dull and brittle.
Our technology doesn’t just repair internally — it creates smooth, liquid movement and dives deep into the hair fiber to rebuild its core strength while fortifying the outer cuticle to prevent future damage.

No.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is a fast, 3-minute pre-shampoo formula clinically proven to deliver 3X stronger, 3X softer hair by rebuilding all three essential hair bonds. Powered by patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology and a Damage Defense Cationic Complex, it reverses damage in one use, strengthens the internal structure over time, and helps protect against future breakage. Suitable for all hair types and all kinds of damage, the protein-free, color-safe treatment boosts moisture and manageability while nourishing oils reduce frizz, smooth strands, and enhance softness. Used before shampooing, it delivers immediate, visible repair and lasting resilience every 1–3 washes.

The Overnight Repair Serum is a clinically-backed leave-in treatment that strengthens and revitalizes dry or damaged strands, adds shine and softness, and helps reduce breakage and split ends. Proven to leave hair 2x softer and shinier after one use, and reduce breakage up to 75% with continued use, it's effective and effortless. Made with a clinically-backed superfood blend, Tsubaki Meadows™️—the signature ingredient for weightless hydration, and Rosemary Leaf Extract to enhance shine and strength.

Combines Ferulic Serum and ultra-light micro-oil droplets to provide 70 hours of protection (HPF 70) from internal UV hair damage, leaving hair strong and resilient with a high-gloss shine.

A bi-phase oil that actively fights two years of cuticle damage, instantly transforming hair with up to 100 hours of shine, hydration, and frizz control, all with a lightweight finish.

Revitalize your scalp and fight early greying hair with the Nioxin Age Defense Serum, the ultimate anti-aging hair serum for maintaining your hair’s fullness, smoothness, and natural color. This lightweight, leave-on scalp treatment is formulated to improve hair density, moisture, and scalp vitality. Infused with Black Oat Peptides, Niacinamide, and Caffeine, to support melanin production, delay the appearance of gray hairs, and restore youthful vibrancy at the root.

Creme of Nature Scalp Relief Wipes offer a first‑of‑its‑kind solution for braids, locs, twists, and other protective styles. These portable, mess‑free wipes cleanse, hydrate, and soothe the scalp without disrupting the style. Infused with organic argan oil, aloe vera, and witch hazel, they provide instant refreshment and help relieve dryness‑related itchiness. The vegan, sulfate‑free formula nourishes the scalp between wash days, while the slim, travel‑friendly format makes them easy to use anytime. Available in packs of 20 for $10.99, they deliver accessible, targeted scalp care and practical relief that supports comfort, freshness, and style longevity.

The H&S BARE Itchy Scalp Relief Serum features just 9 ingredients, making it lightweight and soothing while effectively fighting dandruff. The serum delivers Zinc Pyrithione (ZPT) directly to the scalp to combat dandruff-causing microbes and provides immediate itch relief. Formulated with menthol, it cools and calms itching between washes. The fast-absorbing, non-greasy formula nourishes without affecting hairstyles, leaving the scalp feeling clean and protected for those non-hair-wash days.