Who’s leading beauty in APAC?

Nominate the 9 Faces of the APAC Beauty Industry 2026!

After a resounding 2025 edition, in-cosmetics Asia is delighted to announce the launch of the '9 Faces of the APAC Beauty Industry 2026', an Award designed to recognise and celebrate the remarkable individuals driving innovation and success in the Asia Pacific industry.

1. What is it?

The ‘9 Faces of the APAC Beauty Industry’ is an Award presented by in-cosmetics Asia and supported by Personal Care Magazine. It is designed to honour beauty innovators and changemakers based in Asia Pacific who deserve recognition for their dedication to an advanced, beauty, scientific and innovative industry.

2. What are the judging criteria?

Some of the criteria may include:

Achieving (a) significant milestone(s)
Developing a new product or service that fills a gap in the market or meets a consumer need
Making a considerable contribution to education within the industry
Demonstrating an exceptional commitment to innovation
Working to significantly improve product sustainability.

3. Who can nominate? What are the rules?

Anybody can nominate.
No self nomination allowed.
All nominees must be based in Asia Pacific (irrespective of nationality).
Previous winners (2024 and 2025) are not eligible.
The Judges’ decision is final.

What will the winners receive?

An invitation to the in-cosmetics Asia Awards: Winners will be presented with a trophy at the event
A certificate to proudly display: Official, signed certificates will be presented to the nine winners acknowledging their outstanding contributions
Networking opportunities: The chance to connect with key industry leaders and expand professional networks
Global exposure: The opportunity to highlight their achievements to an international audience through media exposure and across in-cosmetics Asia’s platforms, including its website, social media, and newsletters, reaching a network of over 160,000 industry professionals as well as via Personal Care Magazine.
Pioneer status: This initiative is designed to help the 9 Faces establish or reinforce their status as leading figures in the beauty industry in Asia Pacific