Aesthetics Competitions 2027

Competitions are a smaller but lively part of the aesthetics world. Rather than standalone championships, most of the action happens at large beauty shows that host live competition stages alongside their aesthetics education, plus online awards that let practitioners put their work forward from anywhere.

The 2027 season gives you a good spread. LOOK and beautyVISION in Poznań and Professional Beauty Ireland at the RDS in Dublin both run in April, Expobelleza in Medellín follows in June, and Professional Beauty and Salon International comes to Sandton in September. Professional Beauty London at ExCeL brings competitions to the capital in October, Cosmobeaute Indonesia usually runs in Jakarta in early October, and Cosmoprof Asia gathers the region in Hong Kong each November. If you prefer to compete without travelling, the Global Aesthetics Awards and the MyFaceMyBody Global Aesthetic Awards are judged online.

Every aesthetics competition is listed below with dates, venues and who can attend, so you can choose a stage that fits your skills and your diary.

Getting ready to compete

Start with the rules. Each event sets its own categories, briefs and time limits, and some ask for models or photographs to be submitted in advance. Practise to the clock and keep a clear record of your work, as judges often look at consultation and aftercare as well as the finished result.

Picking your stage

• Live shows: competitions at events such as Professional Beauty London and Cosmoprof Asia put you in front of a large professional crowd.
• Regional events: Poznań, Dublin, Medellín and Sandton are great for building a name in your own market.
• Online entries: global awards judged online suit busy clinics and practitioners far from the major shows.

Competing abroad

Check what products and tools you may bring, whether you need to supply your own model, and how the venue handles registration on the day. Arrive a day early so you can settle in before your category.