Arabic Make- up Championship

The Arabic Bride Makeup Championship will take place live on the show floor of Professional Beauty Dubai at the Festival Arena on 2 February. 

This competition will test entrants on their ability to create a traditional Arabic bridal makeup look within a defined time frame, demonstrating technical precision, blending, symmetry, colour balance, and overall bridal finish. All work will be completed live on stage and judged by an independent panel of industry professionals.

 

Competition Format

  • Total competition time: 90 minutes
  • Makeup application must begin only once the model is seated on stage
  • Models must arrive with a completely bare face
  • Hair, jewellery, and outfit preparation may be completed off stage prior to the competition
Judges will brief all entrants before the competition begins.

Category Brief Arabic Bride

Entrants are required to create a traditional Arabic bridal makeup look suitable for a wedding ceremony. The look should reflect elegance, structure, and cultural authenticity, with strong attention to detail and professional finish. Judging will focus exclusively on makeup application.

Judging Criteria

Entrants will be judged on:

  • Technical makeup application
  • Blending and finish
  • Symmetry and structure
  • Eye makeup execution
  • Skin preparation and complexion work
  • Colour harmony appropriate for Arabic bridal makeup

The Prize

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

ENTER MAKE-UP CHAMPIONSHIP

Rules & Regulations

To ensure fairness, transparency, and international competition standards, all entrants must comply with the following rules:

  1. The competition duration is strictly 90 minutes.
  2. Models must arrive on stage with a clean, bare face, free from makeup, skincare, primer, or pre-applied products.
  3. Makeup application must begin only after the official start signal.
  4. Any makeup applied before the start of the competition will result in disqualification.
  5. Hair styling, jewellery, and outfit preparation may be completed off stage, but must not be adjusted during the competition time
  6. Participants must bring in their own model, makeup products, tools, and disposables.
  7. Sharing of tools, products, or equipment between competitors is not permitted.
  8. Use of stencils, pre-drawn guidelines, mapping, or pre-applied base work is strictly prohibited.
  9. Airbrushing, digital devices, or mechanical application methods are not permitted unless state otherwise by the organisers.
  10. Touch-ups after the final time call are not allowed. Entrants must remain within their designated workspace throughout the competition.
  11. Mobile phones, smart devices, reference images, or external assistance are not permitted during the competition.
  12. Final and binding and are not open to appeal.
  13. Any conduct deemed unsafe, disruptive, or unprofessional may result in immediate disqualification.
  14. Models must be 18 years of age or older.
  15. Late arrival of either entrant or model may result in disqualification 
  16. No communication with judges is permitted during active competition time.

  17. The organisers reserve the right to amend rules where necessary to ensure fairness and smooth execution of the competition.

ENTER MAKE-UP CHAMPIONSHIP

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

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    Festival Arena Dubai

    Arabic Bride

    Festival Arena Dubai 10:00 2nd February, 2026

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.

ENTER MAKE-UP CHAMPIONSHIP

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