The NHBF Top 100 Influencer Awards are back — and this year, they’re bigger, better, and more inclusive than ever before.
In response to overwhelming demand and the incredible level of talent across the industry, the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has announced an exciting evolution of its hugely successful Top 100 Influencer Index. Now in its fifth year, the awards are being split into two distinct and dynamic categories:
- Top 50 Hair Influencer Index
- Top 50 Beauty Influencer Index
This means more opportunities for recognition, more celebration of industry creativity, and more space to shine for professionals across hair, beauty, nails, aesthetics, and beyond.
Why the Change?
As the influencer landscape continues to grow, so does the power of digital creators in the hair and beauty space. From educators and salon owners to content creators and trendsetters, today’s professionals are using social media to educate, inspire, and shape the future of the industry.
By separating the Index into Hair and Beauty, the NHBF can now spotlight even more of the individuals and teams driving innovation, creativity, and community in their respective fields.
Nominations Now Open
Entries are open from Monday 10th March, and it’s never been easier to get involved.
Whether you’re a seasoned stylist, a skin specialist, a barber, nail tech, or beauty educator — if you’re influencing and inspiring through your digital presence, this is your time to shine.
You can nominate yourself or someone else you admire — and there’s no limit to how many nominations you can make.
Who Can Enter?
To be eligible for the NHBF Top 50 Hair or Beauty Influencer Index, nominees must:
- Be currently working in the hairdressing, barbering, beauty, nails, spa or aesthetics industries.
- Hold a recognised qualification from a regulated awarding organisation OR have 5+ years of continuous experience in the industry.
How to Nominate
The nomination process is quick and easy:
- Submit your name, or the name of the person you’re nominating.
- Include relevant social media handles (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube).
- Confirm they meet the eligibility criteria.
👉 Click here to nominate.
Don’t forget to spread the word on social using #NHBFTop100Influencers, #NHBFTop50HairInfluencers, and #NHBFTop50BeautyInfluencers.
What Happens Next?
After nominations close, the NHBF will compile a Top 250 longlist, which will be independently evaluated using key digital metrics, including:
- Followers – audience size across platforms
- Engagement – likes, comments, shares, and overall interaction
- Reach – the number of people seeing and interacting with content
And then comes the fun part…
- 🎉 The Top 50 Hair Influencers will be revealed at HairCon, Manchester in June
- 💫 The Top 50 Beauty Influencers will be announced at Tones of Beauty, London in July
Two industry-leading events. Two stages to celebrate the digital powerhouses redefining hair and beauty.
Celebrating Past Icons
The NHBF Top 100 has already become a launchpad for some of the most exciting names in the industry. Previous winners and finalists include:
- Cal Newsome
- Chloe Swift
- Jack Mead
- Sarah Louise Keane
- Josh Lamonaca
- Rob Wood
- Sarah Brawley
- Heffy Wheeler
- Sophia Hilton
This year, your name could be on that list.
Your Time to Shine
This evolution of the NHBF Top 100 Influencer Awards reflects just how dynamic and inspiring our industry is right now. Whether you’re a cutting-edge colourist, skincare guru, content queen or educational powerhouse — this is your chance to shine.
So what are you waiting for?
Nominate. Share. Celebrate the talent that’s pushing boundaries and building communities.