2026 Nominations Open

Colorist Category

Recognizing Exceptional Colorists

Celebrating the specialists whose craft in blonding, balayage, dimensional color, and correction sets the standard for their city.

Professional hair colorist applying dimensional color with precise sectioning

About the Category

Colorist

The Colorist category honors professionals whose primary craft is hair color — from foundational technique to advanced artistry and corrective work.

Recognition

How Colorists Are Recognized

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    For professionals whose work is defined by color.

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    Recognized within their home city, alongside other leading colorists.

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    Milestones and City Recognition presented throughout the program.

Spotlight

Featured Colorists

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Leaderboard

Top Voted Colorists

The most supported colorists across every city, updated as votes come in.

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Browse

Colorists by City

Recognition is presented city by city. Explore colorists in every market.

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Questions

Colorist Questions

Answers to the most common questions about the Colorist category.

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