Let’s celebrate the people and places defining the region’s beauty, hair, aesthetic and wellness industries.
The wait is over! The finalists for the Professional Beauty GCC Awards 2026 have been announced, shining a light on the incredible talent, innovation, and dedication shaping the region’s beauty and wellness scene.
This year saw a record number of entries from across the Gulf. From inspiring individuals and creative teams to world-class salons, spas, and clinics. Each submission told its own story of passion, professionalism, and purpose, reflecting how far the industry has evolved and how vibrant it has become.
With competition stronger than ever, the 2026 finalists represent the very best across hair, beauty, spa, aesthetics, and grooming all driving standards higher and redefining what excellence looks like in the region.
2026 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
Advanced Therapist of the Year
- Carolyn Ramos, Skin111 Aesthetic and Medical Clinic
- Diana Smirnova, BRAU UAE & BRAU KSA
- Georgia Metti, Orskin Aesthetics Clinic
- Iuliana Cotocel, Este Medical Group
- Natalia Samokhina, Skin 111 clinic
- Valeriya Kraskova, New You Star Beauty Health Clinic LLC
Aesthetic Clinic of the Year
- Biolite Clinic LLC
- Drypskin Poly Clinic LLC
- EDEN Aesthetics Clinic
- Este Medical Group
- My London Skin Clinic
- Orskin Aesthetics Clinic
- SKIN111 Clinic
Barber of the Year
- Alireza, Akin Barber & Shop
- Demian Rakic, Fratelli Barbershop
- John Ivan Bayron, Dapper Dan Barbershop
- Jumix Harry, Blade Barbers
- Kedaid Younes, Chaps and Co
- Zachary Nickall, Menspire Dubai
Bridal Hairstylist of the Year
- Assel Satuova, Aveda
- Geanina Elena Ali, Style by Helena
- Gozel Rozveliyeva, Blowout Bar
- Hasnae, Freelancer
- Khadija Yuosef, 86 Beauty Lounge
- Lamiya Mustafa, Freelancer
Business Director of the Year
- Ayesha Rashid, Habib Hair and Beauty Salon
- Layla Alhajjaj, Boho Salon
- Malu de Oliveira, Essential Beauty Salon
- Mona Mirza, Biolite Clinic LLC
- Sibi Rajan, Naturals
- Dana Badran, SENSASIA Spas
City Spa of the Year
- CORE Spa, CORE Social Wellness Club
- Pause Spa, Paramount Hotel Dubai
- SENSASIA Stories Spa, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates
- Soul Wellness Spa, Sheraton Grand Dubai
- The St Regis Spa, The St Regis Downtown Dubai
- Wellbeings Holistic Healing, The Dubai Edition
Colour Technician of the Year
- Azzam Almumallah, Saks21 Salon
- Dhanrupa Chauhan, Salon Ink
- Gemma Napolitano, The Nest Salon
- Hajar Mata, Senior Hair Stylist, 306 Spa
- Irina Ulezko, Salon 971
- Rashmi Duseja, Aveda
- Yvonne Stoop, The Nest Salon
Employer of the Year
- Aveda, Al Tayer Insignia
- Boho Salon
- MEA Beauty Lounge
- Pause Spa, Paramount Hotels
Independent Salon of the Year
- 86 Beauty Lounge
- Hadilstrokes Beauty Salon
- Salon971
- Story92
- The Curl Therapy
- Vernie Beauty Salon
Large Salon of the Year
- 306 Spa, Dubai
- Aveda Flagship Salon
- Boho Salon, Abu Dhabi
- Boho Salon, Dubai
- The Muse UAE Boutique Spa
- The Nest Salon, Dubai
Lash Technician of the Year
- Akam Adel, Locks by Loulou
- Nancy Netoliano, Browz
- Reda Ramirez, Tara Rose Salon
- Rovina Jordan, Tara Rose Salon
- Vanessa Lu, 306 Spa Dubai
Nail Artist of the Year
- Eloisa Ossorio, Misava Beauty
- Jeza Mae Sabay, 86 Beauty Lounge
- Kimmie Nguyen, Hairworks Salon
- Kimberly Casas, Tara Rose Salon
- Maricar Rodriguez Pera, 306 Spa
- Sheila Kabadayi, The Fix Beauty Lounge
Nail Professional of the Year
- Abegail Hagos, 306 Spa
- Agnes Mae, The Muse Boutique and Spa
- Crissle Joy Mendoza, 306 Spa
- Faye Remal, Remal Alwardiye
- Feidi, Vernie Beauty Salon
- Kimberly Casas, Tara Rose Salon
Resort Spa of the Year
- Nikki Spa, Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai
- Sofitel Spa, Sofitel Dubai The Palm
- La Beaute Dans SPA, Hayat Centric Jumeirah
- The Spa, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai
- Wellbeings Holistic Healing, Fairmont Hotel Ajman
Salon Manager of the Year
- Arica William Dias, The Curl Therapy
- Emma Williamson, Tara Rose Salon
- Nareeka Kainth, Boho Salon
Salon Stylist of the Year
- Bimla Rai, Magic Nature Beauty
- Dhanrupa Chauhan, Salon Ink
- Francia Rubi, Oriri
- Hannah-Marcia Larden, Frqncy Salon
- Rashmi Duseja, Aveda
Spa Leader of the Year
- Gladys Robas, Paramount Hotel Dubai
- Maria Kuzeva, TFGH
- Maricel Talatala, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort
- Milos Stankovic, CORE Life
- Samy Ibrahim, W Abu Dhabi
- Venera Guseynova, The St Regis Downtown Dubai
Team of the Year
- Amara Spa Park Hyatt Dubai
- Aveda, Al Tayer Insignia
- Boho Salon
- Pause Spa, Paramount Hotel Midtown
- Salon971
- The Curl Therapy
- The Lunatic Fringe
A Night to Celebrate Excellence
The Professional Beauty GCC Awards 2026 will take place on 3 February 2026 in the Festival Arena at Festival City, Dubai, bringing together industry leaders, rising stars, and familiar faces for an unforgettable evening of celebration.
Each award recognises not just technical skill, but the spirit of innovation, leadership, and care that defines our region’s beauty and wellness professionals.
Congratulations to all the finalists your passion and hard work continue to raise the bar for excellence across the Gulf.
