The Skin Games
What is the skin games?
The Skin Games is the largest and most dynamic international skincare and esthetics event in the beauty industry, an annual celebration that brings together the world’s top estheticians, educators, product innovators, and industry leaders under one roof. Held in Dallas, Texas, this prestigious event blends world-class education, hands-on competitions, professional networking, and entertainment into an unforgettable weekend of inspiration and opportunity.
Across four days, professionals from around the globe gather to compete, learn, and connect. The Skin Games offers live competitions, advanced education workshops, an intimate vendor expo, and a high-profile awards gala, making it one of the most anticipated professional skincare events of the year. With dozens of awards and thousands of dollars in cash prizes, it’s where talent meets recognition and innovation meets excellence.
I’ve been part of The Skin Games community since competing in 2019, and it remains one of the most inspiring events I’ve ever attended. What makes it truly special is the sense of connection, you can spend days surrounded by like-minded professionals who share your passion for education, client care, and continuous growth. The friendships and professional relationships formed here go far beyond the weekend; they become the network that supports you throughout your esthetics career.
Now in its eighth year, The Skin Games continues to be recognised worldwide for its integrity, inclusivity, and professionalism. It’s more than a competition, it’s a movement that celebrates excellence, elevates industry standards, and unites the skincare community from every corner of the globe.
Meet the skin games team
Behind every great event is a team of people who make the magic happen and The Skin Games is no exception. This international skincare competition and education event is powered by a passionate, professional team who work tirelessly year after year to bring the esthetics community together.
From organising the live competitions and coordinating the exhibitor floor to managing education schedules, marketing, sponsorships, and the world-renowned awards gala, The Skin Games team ensures every detail runs seamlessly. Their shared commitment to integrity, inclusivity, and innovation is what has helped The Skin Games earn its reputation as one of the most respected and recognised events in the global skincare industry.
Many of the familiar faces behind The Skin Games have been part of the journey since its earliest years, returning each season to create another unforgettable experience for competitors, educators, and attendees alike. Their dedication, professionalism, and genuine love for the community are what make The Skin Games feel less like an event and more like a family.
Below you’ll find the key team members who manage the daily operations and ensure The Skin Games continues to grow, inspire, and lead the industry forward.
The skin Categories
The Skin Games competition is where the best skincare professionals in the world come together to showcase their expertise, creativity, and results. Each year, estheticians from across the globe compete in multiple skin categories, demonstrating advanced techniques, clinical knowledge, and client care that set new standards in professional skincare.
Competitors — known as players — complete an eight-week case study with real clients, documenting every stage of the transformation process. From consultation and treatment planning to progress tracking and results, each player presents their full professional approach to a panel of expert judges. It’s an opportunity to highlight both technical skill and evidence-based skin health strategies in action.
The results are often remarkable. Players address complex skin concerns and share detailed case documentation, making The Skin Games one of the most educational and inspiring competitions in the esthetics world.
You can follow every player’s journey and see their results on The Skin Games YouTube channel, where case studies, behind-the-scenes footage, and interviews bring the competition to life.
Discover more about the judges and players who make this global competition so special the individuals driving excellence, education, and innovation in skincare every single year.
Waxing and Sugaring
Waxing
Step into the Waxing Category at The Skin Games — the world’s premier international skincare and esthetics competition and showcase your professional precision. This category celebrates the skill, speed, and artistry of waxing specialists who deliver perfectly smooth, irritation-free results while maintaining exceptional client care and hygiene standards.
Competitors will be judged on their technique, accuracy, safety protocols, client communication, and finishing results, demonstrating a complete professional service from consultation to aftercare. Whether you specialise in facial, body, or intimate waxing, this is your opportunity to earn global recognition, connect with industry leaders, and elevate your reputation as one of the top waxing professionals in the world.
Join the Waxing Category at The Skin Games 2026 in Dallas, Texas, and compete alongside elite estheticians in front of an international audience of industry experts and educators.
Sugaring
The Sugaring Category at The Skin Games highlights the artistry and precision of one of the most ancient, yet continually evolving hair removal techniques. This competition celebrates professionals who master the craft of natural, skin-friendly sugaring, combining technical skill with deep respect for client comfort and skin health.
Competitors are judged on application method, paste control, efficiency, client care, and smoothness of results, showcasing their ability to deliver consistent, irritation-free outcomes. With a growing global focus on sustainable, gentle beauty practices, sugaring is fast becoming one of the industry’s most in-demand specialisms and The Skin Games provides the ultimate stage to prove your expertise.
Join the Sugaring Category at The Skin Games 2026 to compete with the world’s best, gain international recognition, and show the true potential of this timeless technique.
Lash Lift and brow lamination
The Lash Lift Category at The Skin Games celebrates the precision, artistry, and technical expertise behind one of the beauty industry’s fastest-growing treatments.
This category is open to lash professionals and estheticians who excel at enhancing the natural lash line through safe, beautifully lifted, and long-lasting results.
Competitors will demonstrate their understanding of lash structure, curl selection, processing times, and aftercare, all while showcasing their ability to customise every treatment to suit the client’s eye shape and style. Judges evaluate detail, symmetry, lash health, and overall visual impact, rewarding those who combine technical mastery with creativity and professionalism.
Taking part in the Lash Lift Category at The Skin Games 2026 in Dallas, Texas offers a unique platform to showcase your talent, connect with leading lash educators, and gain international recognition as one of the industry’s top lash lift artists.
The Facial Massage Category at The Skin Games celebrates the artistry, precision, and skill of estheticians who specialise in therapeutic facial massage techniques. This category is dedicated to professionals who understand how touch, rhythm, and pressure can transform both the skin and the client’s overall sense of wellbeing.
Competitors will demonstrate their expertise in circulatory and lymphatic massage movements, focusing on relaxation, tension release, and visible skin rejuvenation. Judges assess technique, flow, pressure, client comfort, and the quality of results, rewarding competitors who combine technical accuracy with a holistic, nurturing approach.
Whether you favour sculpting, lifting, or lymph-draining methods, this category allows you to showcase your understanding of facial anatomy, your mastery of massage rhythm, and your ability to create an exceptional client experience.
Compete in the Facial Massage Category at The Skin Games 2026 in Dallas, Texas, and gain recognition as one of the leading estheticians advancing the craft of professional facial massage.
Semi Permanent Makeup
The Semi-Permanent Makeup Category at The Skin Games showcases the artistry and precision behind one of the industry’s most technical and creative disciplines. This competition is open to PMU artists who specialise in treatments such as microblading, ombré brows, lip blush, and permanent eyeliner, offering a platform to demonstrate both technical skill and artistic design.
Competitors are judged on symmetry, colour selection, saturation, line work, technique, and overall healed results, with an emphasis on achieving natural-looking, balanced enhancements that complement each client’s features. This category celebrates not just visual artistry, but also the safety, sanitation, and client communication standards that define professional excellence in PMU.
Taking part in the Semi-Permanent Makeup Category at The Skin Games 2026 in Dallas, Texas provides artists with the chance to earn international recognition, connect with industry experts, and gain visibility among global leaders in permanent makeup education and innovation.
Vendors
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Why attend?
The Dallas 2026 event brings together every part of the professional beauty and skincare industry for four unforgettable days of connection, learning, and opportunity.
Whether you’re an esthetician, salon owner, skincare educator, or product innovator, this is your chance to experience the most dynamic beauty and wellness event in the USA. It’s where global brands meet emerging professionals, where education meets inspiration, and where careers and collaborations begin.
Across the weekend, you’ll have access to live competitions, business growth seminars, and advanced skin education from respected industry leaders. The education programme covers everything from advanced corneotherapy and ingredient science to social media strategy, branding, and client retention, all designed to help you grow both professionally and financially.
In the bustling vendor and product expo, discover new technologies, professional skincare lines, equipment, and training resources. Network with suppliers, educators, and fellow professionals who share your passion for results-driven beauty and ethical practice.
The event also hosts the industry’s most prestigious awards, recognising excellence across skincare, lashes, PMU, massage, and holistic categories. It’s more than a trade show — it’s a celebration of talent, education, and the future of professional beauty.
Join us in Dallas, Texas, for four days of learning, networking, innovation, and inspiration at the leading skincare and esthetics event in the USA.
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