The 2024 Future of Beauty Awards will celebrate exceptional Founders of innovative brands, products and technology that are transforming the Beauty industry. 

This year is the inaugural competition with several categories to honor leaders in beauty. 

The Future of Beauty Awards serves to honor and celebrate the visionaries and trailblazers who have shaped the beauty industry through their creativity, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit.

By recognizing their achievements, the award aims to inspire others and further promote innovation and excellence within the beauty industry.

Applications are now closed.

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: April 19th

Winners Announced: May 6th

Awards Celebration: May 9th

Why Apply?

  • Brand Exposure — to FounderMade’s unique ecosystem of founders and executives from coveted brands, retailers, media, and influencers.

  • Opportunities — Speaking opportunities at FounderMade Events and access to brand and solution discovery that propels businesses forward.

  • Credibility — Gain acknowledgment with FounderMade for creating a truly breakthrough Innovation.

  • Visibility — Drive engagement and earned media coverage.

Judging Criteria:

Judges will be looking for founders that are revolutionizing the beauty industry.

Founders that created companies with unique brand concepts, innovative business models, positive social impact, and groundbreaking ingredients that are advancing the industry through goods, services and technology.

JUDGING CRITERIA IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:

  • Founders who have developed pioneering products that address specific needs or challenges in the market, such as advanced formulas, sustainable ingredients, or cutting-edge technologies.

  • Founders who have disrupted traditional beauty practices or business models by introducing new approaches.

  • Founders whose contributions have had a notable impact on the beauty industry, influencing trends, shaping consumer preferences, or driving industry-wide innovation.

  • Founders who prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility in their products, packaging, and manufacturing processes, contributing to a more eco-friendly and socially responsible industry.

  • Founders who actively engage with their community, whether through education, outreach programs, or support for charitable causes, fostering a positive impact beyond their products and profits.

  • Founders who have achieved significant business success, demonstrating growth, profitability, and market recognition while maintaining a commitment to innovation and excellence.

Judging Process:

Each applicant will be carefully evaluated and consider any supporting materials submitted. 

FounderMade may reach out with any additional questions before making their final decision.

Confidentiality:

All materials will remain confidential to the judges. 

Permission will be sought from Winning brands before showcasing in any manner.  By submitting your application you agree to these terms and allow a jury to review your application.

Award Categories:

  • Clean Beauty Brand of the Year

    Recognized for its commitment to of ethical and sustainable beauty, our Clean Beauty Brand of the Year Award sets a new standard in purity and efficacy to deliver transformative skincare and cosmetics without compromise.

  • Memorable Brand Experience

    The Memorable Brand Experience Award is honored to brands who craft unforgettable moments that leave a lasting impression on their consumers. Through personalized engagements, immersive storytelling, and thoughtful integration across all touchpoints, they have redefined the standards of brand engagement, leaving an indelible mark on their audience.

  • Best Use of New Technology

    By integrating cutting-edge technological innovations, the Best Use of New Technology Award will be honored to a brand who has revolutionized its industry, setting a new standard for excellence through its pioneering use of groundbreaking technologies.

  • Most Innovative Skincare Brand

    By pushing the boundaries of skincare with revolutionary formulations and groundbreaking research, our Most Innovative Skincare Brand Award will be honored to a brand that stands at the forefront of innovation in the beauty industry.

  • Formulation Innovation

    Recognized for its dedication to scientific advancement and ingredient efficacy, our Formulation Innovation Award will be honored to a brand that has transformed the beauty landscape by introducing pioneering formulations that redefine skincare standards.

  • The Game Changer Tool

    The Game Changer Tool Award will be honored to a brand who has produced a groundbreaking tool to shift the industry forward, this revolutionary tool will have changed the landscape, bringing an entirely new product to the industry.

  • Breakthrough Brand of the Year

    Embodying innovation, vision, and success, the Breakthrough Brand of the Year Award will be honored to a brand who has shattered industry norms and disrupted the standards through its exceptional products.

  • The Science of Scent

    For its mastery in blending scent artistry with scientific precision, the Science of Scent Award will be honored to a brand who has integrated cutting-edge research with olfactory expertise, they've crafted fragrances that evoke emotion and captivate the senses, setting a new standard for scent innovation.

  • Beauty with Purpose

    The Beauty with Purpose Award recognizes the outstanding efforts of beauty brand founders who have not only created successful products but have also made significant strides in promoting social impact and positive change within their communities. This award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, ethical sourcing, and philanthropy in the beauty industry.

  • Mane Mastery

    The Mane Mastery Award recognizes exceptional individuals who have demonstrated outstanding innovation and leadership in the field of haircare. This award celebrates founders who have revolutionized the industry through groundbreaking products, technologies, or business models that have had a significant impact on consumers, professionals, and the industry as a whole.

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FAQs

  • May I enter more than one brand per category:

    • Yes, you must complete a separate entry form for each brand you enter.

  • May I submit a brand into more than one category:

    • Yes, you must complete a separate entry for each category

  • Who can enter the awards?

    • Any brand executive or agency representative over the age of 18 may enter.

  • May I edit the entry form after I submit:

    • Unfortunately no, once you submit the form it will be visible to the judging committee.

  • When will the honorees be announced?

    • The winners will be notified by April 26th.

  • Are winners required to attend:

    • Applicants should be available to attend the Future of Beauty Award in NYC on May 9th to be featured on stage.  Travel costs will need to be covered by the applicant

  • Where will the Awards ceremony take place?

    • The Future of Beauty Awards will take place on Thursday, May 9th at 5:30pm at Genesis House in New York City.