Enter The Make-up Championships

Test your skills at the Dubai Festival Arena on February 2-3 2026.

The Make-up Championship will take place on the show floor of Professional Beauty Dubai at the Festival Arena on 2-3 February and will test entrants on different categories.

Judges will brief entrants on the requirements and time allotted for each category.

Entrants will be judged live by some of the best industry professionals.  

How to Enter

Register for your free ticket to Professional Beauty Dubai Show here and then email [email protected] with the categories that you would like to enter. The cost is 375 AED per category. Spots are limited, don’t miss out!

The Prize

The overall winner will win a trophy, certificates, products and cash prize.

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2nd February, 2026

  • Participants and models registration

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    Festival Arena Dubai

    Participants and models registration



    Festival Arena Dubai 09:00 2nd February, 2026

  • Arabic Bride Make up( 90 minutes )

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    Festival Arena Dubai

    Arabic Bride Make up( 90 minutes )



    Festival Arena Dubai 10:00 2nd February, 2026

  • Fashion Editorial

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    Festival Arena Dubai

    Fashion Editorial



    Festival Arena Dubai 13:00 2nd February, 2026

3rd February, 2026

  • Participants and models registration

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    Festival Arena Dubai

    Participants and models registration



    Festival Arena Dubai 09:00 3rd February, 2026

  • Avant Garde

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    Festival Arena Dubai

    Avant Garde



    Festival Arena Dubai 10:00 3rd February, 2026

  • Judging Concludes

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    Festival Arena Dubai

    Judging Concludes



    Festival Arena Dubai 14:00 3rd February, 2026

  • Awards Ceremony & Certificates

    Awards Ceremony & Certificates



    16:00 3rd February, 2026

Additional Rules & Regulations

1. Model Eligibility

  • The model must be female, aged 16 to 28 years.
  • Models under 18 years must have written parental or guardian consent.
  • The model must arrive on stage with a completely bare face, free from makeup, skincare residue, primer, or
  • base products.

2. Competition Topic & Presentation

  •  Competitors must work strictly within the assigned category and theme as briefed.
  • The final makeup look must clearly reflect the concept, theme, and presentation requirements of the registered category.
  • Only the makeup application will be judged; hair, jewellery, and outfit are not included in scoring.

3. Briefing of Competitors

  • All competitors must attend the official judges’ briefing prior to the start of the competition.
  • Competition rules, time limits, and judging expectations will be clarified during the briefing.
  • Failure to follow briefing instructions may result in penalties or disqualification.

4. Competitor Material Responsibility

  • Competitors must bring all required tools, brushes, products, disposables, and materials.
  • Sharing of tools or products between competitors is strictly prohibited.
  • All products used must be cosmetic-grade and safe for professional use.

5. Preparation of Client & Workstation

Competitors will be assessed on professional preparation standards, including:

  • Workstation set up in a clean, organised, and functional manner
  • Compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards
  • Proper preparation of the model’s skin, including:
  • Cleansing
  • Toning
  • Moisturising

6. Professional Practice

Judges will observe:

  • Therapist’s body posture, control, and professional energy
  • Safe and efficient working methods
  • Respectful handling of the model at all times

7. Hair, Dress & Decorative Elements

Hair styling, outfit, jewellery, and decorative elements (e.g. gems, glitter) may be prepared off stage only.

No adjustments to hair, wardrobe, or accessories are permitted once the competition begins.

Decorative elements must not compromise safety or makeup execution.

8. Makeup Application Criteria

Judging will include evaluation of the following components:

  • Overall complexion / base application
  • Corrections and contouring
  • Creative techniques and execution
  • Use of professional tools and brushes
  • Eye makeup (including eyeliner and false lashes, if used)
  • Blusher application
  • Eyebrow enhancement
  • Lip liner and lipstick application
  • Product selection and suitability for skin tone and concept
  • Use of stencils or pre-drawn guides is strictly prohibited.

9. Completion & Workstation Hygiene

  •  At the end of the practical session, competitors must clean and tidy their workstation.
  • Hygiene will be assessed at start, during, and completion of the competition.
  • Judging Score Descriptors
  • Judges will score competitors based on the following professional benchmarks:
  • All required tools and products are prepared before starting
  • Model is positioned comfortably and safely
  • Proper model analysis is conducted prior to application
  • Product blending and finish quality

Complexion Assessment:

  1. Not natural or uniform; poorly blended
  2. Natural appearance with visible imperfections
  3. Natural, uniform finish with no visible imperfections

Cheek Area:

  1. Uneven, unbalanced, poor colour choice
  2. Slightly uneven or unbalanced
  3. Even, balanced, appropriate colour selection

Eye Makeup:

  1. Uneven, unbalanced, untidy
  2. Slight imbalance or inconsistency
  3. Even, balanced, clean, and precise

Lip Makeup:

  1. Uneven shape, poor correction, untidy
  2. Slight imbalance or unevenness
  3. Balanced, clean, and well-defined

Techniques Evaluated Include:

  • Tool handling
  • Product hygiene

DubaiTechniques Evaluated Include:

  • Tool handling
  • Product hygiene
  • Blending and symmetry
  • Product suitability
  • Enhancement of concept and skin tone
  • Awareness of current fashion trends
  • Makeup performance under lighting and photography

General Rules & Regulations

Eligibility

  • Open to certified makeup artists, students, or professionals as specified by the organiser.
  • Participants must hold valid identification.

Categories

Competitors may participate only in the category they are registered for, such as:

  • Arabic Bride Makeup
  • Fashion Editorial Makeup
  • Avant-Garde / Creative Makeup

Time Regulations

  • Each category has a strict time limit as announced.
  • Time warnings will be given.
  • Brushes must be down at the final call.
  • Late completion may result in point deductions or disqualification.

Products & Tools

  • No pre-applied makeup on the model.
  • Prohibited items include:
  1. Airbrush machines (unless permitted)
  2.  Stencils or pre-drawn guides

Hygiene & Sanitation

  • Clean, sanitised brushes required
  • Disposable applicators for mascara and lip products
  • Sanitiser must be present at the workstation
  • Unsanitary practices may result in immediate disqualification

Models

  • Models must not assist with makeup application.
  • Models must comply fully with competition rules.

Assistance & Conduct

  • No external assistance permitted.
  • No communication with spectators or trainers.
  • Mobile phones, smart devices, or reference images are prohibited
  • Any form of cheating results in disqualification

DubaiJudging & Authority

  • Judging will be conducted by certified national or international judges.
  • Judges’ decisions are final and non-negotiable.
  • Scores may not be disclosed.

Safety

  • No use of harmful chemicals or unsafe tools.
  • All adhesives, lashes, and products must be safe and approved.
  • Any injury or reaction must be reported immediately.

Dress Code

  • Professional attire required (black or neutral preferred).
  • Closed footwear recommended.

Code of Ethics

  • Professional conduct is mandatory.
  • Any misconduct, discrimination, or harassment will result in disqualification.

Protests & Amendments

  • Written complaints only; no verbal disputes.
  • Organisers reserve the right to amend rules.
  • Participation implies full acceptance of all regulations.

General Rules & Regulations

Eligibility

Open to certified makeup artists, students, or professionals as specified by the organiser.

Participants must hold valid identification.

Categories

Competitors may participate only in the category they are registered for, such as:

Arabic Bride Makeup

Fashion Editorial Makeup

Avant-Garde / Creative Makeup

Time Regulations

Each category has a strict time limit as announced.

Time warnings will be given.

Brushes must be down at the final call.

Late completion may result in point deductions or disqualification.

Products & Tools

No pre-applied makeup on the model.

Prohibited items include:

o Airbrush machines (unless permitted)

o Stencils or pre-drawn guides

Hygiene & Sanitation

Clean, sanitised brushes required

Disposable applicators for mascara and lip products

Sanitiser must be present at the workstation

Unsanitary practices may result in immediate disqualification

Models

Models must not assist with makeup application.

Models must comply fully with competition rules.

Assistance & Conduct

No external assistance permitted.

No communication with spectators or trainers.

Mobile phones, smart devices, or reference images are prohibited

Any form of cheating results in disqualification

DubaiJudging & Authority

Judging will be conducted by certified national or international judges.

Judges’ decisions are final and non-negotiable.

Scores may not be disclosed.

Safety

No use of harmful chemicals or unsafe tools.

All adhesives, lashes, and products must be safe and approved.

Any injury or reaction must be reported immediately.

Dress Code

Professional attire required (black or neutral preferred).

Closed footwear recommended.

Code of Ethics

Professional conduct is mandatory.

Any misconduct, discrimination, or harassment will result in disqualification.

Protests & Amendments

Written complaints only; no verbal disputes.

Organisers reserve the right to amend rules.

Participation implies full acceptance of all regulations.

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T&C Make-up Championship PBGCC 

General Terms and Conditions for taking part in Make-up Championship PBGCC.

  • First step registration and payment must be done prior to championship online on the website of Professional Beauty GCC at  Enter Make-up Championship here
  • If you're an individual, salon, or exhibitor of Professional Beauty GCC entering 5 or more people or categories, email [email protected] for discount.
  • Brands not exhibiting can inquire about sponsorship and available discounts by contacting [email protected]
  • Salons and Brands entering individuals are known as ‘Sponsors’ and will appear alongside the entrants name in any promotion or marketing.
  • Any unauthorised use (defined as anyone using the coupon for less than 5 entries or for those that are brands who are not exhibiting at Professional Beauty GCC) of the coupon will result in automatic disqualification. Any payments made will not be refunded.
  • Second step registration must be done in person by visiting the registration booth on the championship arena at 09.00 on the first day of Make-up Championship PBGCC.
  • Failure to register via 2 steps- online and on the arena will lead to disqualification and PBGCC reserves the rights to no refund.
  • No show or late arrival for registration may lead to disqualification of contestant.
  • All entrance fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • The competition welcomes all levels from students to experts.
  • Competitors and models must be at least 16 years old..
  • Models are not supplied to competitors.
  • If a competitor does not speak English, they are allowed to have a translator accompany them.
  • Translators are not provided and must be approved before the competition. 
  • We reserve the rights to change to disqualify due to entering the wrong category or fraudulent use of images. Therefore, please make sure you are entering the right level based on your experience.
  • Lash Inc. are not responsible for any errors or omissions in your entry, or for any consequences that arise due to this. After registration, you will be sent a confirmation email and registration form with instructions within 24hrs.
  • Participant can enter in one or multiple categories.

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