It’s official – the Salon Business Awards 2026 are now open for entries, and we want you on that winners’ list! Whether you’re a solo styling sensation, a dream team making waves, or a salon that’s totally smashing it – this is your moment.

These awards are all about celebrating the best – business acumen, creativity, innovation, and that magic mix of talent and hustle that makes our industry so amazing. And guess what? It’s completely free to enter. Yep, FREE.

What’s New for 2026?

We’ve shaken things up this year to make entering easier and winning even more exciting:

• Quick & Easy Entries – Some categories now just need one image to enter. That’s right – one shot to show us what you’re made of.
• New! Education Specialist Award – Are you mentoring the next gen, running killer courses, or just obsessed with sharing your skills? This one’s for you.
• Winners Content Creation Day – Win big and you’ll be invited to a VIP day with pro photo shoots, podcast recordings, social media training, and more.
• Finalists WhatsApp Group – Rub digital shoulders with fellow finalists and influencer faces before the big night. Instant networking = sorted.

From Most Creative Salon to Social Media Icon, Salon Team of the Year to SOLO Artist – there’s a category that fits you. Bring your best, brag a little, and let your work speak for itself.

Deadline to enter: January 4, 2026

Cost: Zero. Nada. Totally free.

Leaderboard Energy

Our SB Awards Leaderboard is back! We’re only revealing the Top 10 this year, so it’s going to be extra competitive. Platinum winners bag 6 points, Ultimate Salon snags 8 points – so even first-timers can potentially climb straight to the top [watch out The Hair Surgery!]

Ready to Enter?

If you’ve got talent, passion, and a killer eye for hair, this is your time to shine. Get involved, get noticed, and get ready for one of the most exciting nights in the hair calendar.

Head over to salonbusiness.co.uk, pick your categories, and let the world see what makes you [or your salon] amazing.

Let’s go – we can’t wait to see what you bring to the stage!