BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Are Here!

It’s that time again—BELLA Beauty Awards time—and our team is ready to discover the products redefining beauty in 2027.

BELLA Media + Co. is officially accepting early-bird submissions for the 2027 BELLA Beauty Awards, our annual celebration of exceptional products, innovative formulas and standout beauty tools.

From transformative skin care and must-have makeup to breakthrough hair products, body essentials, fragrance, travel beauty and innovative tools, the BELLA Beauty Awards recognize the brands and products that deserve our readers’ attention, time and investment.

Meet the 2026 Winners

Before submitting for 2027, discover the products and brands honored in the 2026 BELLA Beauty Awards.

Meet the 2026 BELLA Beauty Awards Winners

The 2026 honorees represent the innovation, performance and creativity that continue to move the beauty industry forward.

How Products Are Evaluated

The BELLA Beauty Awards are led by BELLA CEO + Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Coppes, alongside members of BELLA’s editorial team and a select group of beauty experts.

Our judges scrub, spritz, spray, apply, test and experience every eligible submission to identify the products that truly stand out.

Products are considered based on factors including:

  • Performance and efficacy

  • Formula and ingredients

  • Innovation

  • Packaging and presentation

  • Ease of use

  • Overall consumer experience

  • Value and relevance to the BELLA audience

BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission Guidelines

Each registration applies to one individual product submitted under one of the seven official award categories.

Brands submitting multiple products must complete a separate registration and submit the required product samples for each entry.

When registering, you must select:

  • One official award category

  • The appropriate product type or subcategory

  • The complete product and brand name

All submission fees are non-refundable.

Early-Bird Deadline

The early-bird submission deadline for the 2027 BELLA Beauty Awards is October 1, 2026.

2027 Award Categories

1. Best in Skin Care

Product types may include:

  • Cleanser

  • Serum

  • Moisturizer or facial oil

  • Eye cream

  • Exfoliator

  • Mask

  • Treatment

  • Inside-Out Beauty or supplements

Best in Skincare BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission
$325.00

It’s that time, BELLA Beauty Awards time, and our team is ready!

We are now accepting submissions for BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards. If you’re interested in getting your product in front of our judges, please read our guidelines carefully below.

Our panel of judges will scrub, spritz, spray, and sample all the product submissions to bring our readers the very best beauty products worth their money + time.

BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission Guidelines

NOTE: Each submission is per product under 1 of 7 categories. All submissions require a per product fee. YOU MUST PICK A CATEGORY, INCLUDE THE PRODUCT TYPE, AND BRAND SUBMITTING.

2. Best in Hair

Product types may include:

  • Shampoo

  • Conditioner

  • Moisturizer or hair oil

  • Hair mask

  • Leave-in treatment

  • Styling product

  • Hair repair product

  • Hair tool

  • Hair-care collection

Best in Hair  BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission
$325.00

It’s that time, BELLA Beauty Awards time, and our team is ready!

We are now accepting submissions for BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards. If you’re interested in getting your product in front of our judges, please read our guidelines carefully below.

Our panel of judges will scrub, spritz, spray, and sample all the product submissions to bring our readers the very best beauty products worth their money + time.

BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission Guidelines

NOTE: Each submission is per product under 1 of 7 categories. All submissions require a per product fee. YOU MUST PICK A CATEGORY, INCLUDE THE PRODUCT TYPE, AND BRAND SUBMITTING.

3. Best in Travel

Product types may include:

  • Travel beauty product

  • Travel-size collection

  • Portable beauty tool

  • Cordless styling tool

  • Beauty organizer or accessory

Best in Travel BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission
$325.00

It’s that time, BELLA Beauty Awards time, and our team is ready!

We are now accepting submissions for BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards. If you’re interested in getting your product in front of our judges, please read our guidelines carefully below.

Our panel of judges will scrub, spritz, spray, and sample all the product submissions to bring our readers the very best beauty products worth their money + time.

BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission Guidelines

NOTE: Each submission is per product under 1 of 7 categories. All submissions require a per product fee. YOU MUST PICK A CATEGORY, INCLUDE THE PRODUCT TYPE, AND BRAND SUBMITTING.

4. Coolest Tools

Product types may include:

  • Skin-care device

  • Hair tool

  • Body-care device

  • Wellness technology

  • At-home beauty device

  • Innovative beauty accessory

Coolest Tools BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission
$325.00

It’s that time, BELLA Beauty Awards time, and our team is ready!

We are now accepting submissions for BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards. If you’re interested in getting your product in front of our judges, please read our guidelines carefully below.

Our panel of judges will scrub, spritz, spray, and sample all the product submissions to bring our readers the very best beauty products worth their money + time.

BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission Guidelines

NOTE: Each submission is per product under 1 of 7 categories. All submissions require a per product fee. YOU MUST PICK A CATEGORY, INCLUDE THE PRODUCT TYPE, AND BRAND SUBMITTING.

5. Best in Makeup

Product types may include:

  • Lips

  • Mascara

  • Concealer

  • Foundation

  • Skin tint

  • Eyeshadow

  • Lashes

  • Brows

  • Blush

  • Bronzer

  • Highlighter

Best in Makeup BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission
$325.00

It’s that time, BELLA Beauty Awards time, and our team is ready!

We are now accepting submissions for BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards. If you’re interested in getting your product in front of our judges, please read our guidelines carefully below.

Our panel of judges will scrub, spritz, spray, and sample all the product submissions to bring our readers the very best beauty products worth their money + time.

BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission Guidelines

NOTE: Each submission is per product under 1 of 7 categories. All submissions require a per product fee. YOU MUST PICK A CATEGORY, INCLUDE THE PRODUCT TYPE, AND BRAND SUBMITTING.

6. Best in Body

Product types may include:

  • Body moisturizer

  • Body serum

  • Body oil

  • Body cleanser

  • Scrub or exfoliator

  • Body treatment

  • Hair-removal product or device

  • Body-care tool

Best in Body  BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission
$325.00

It’s that time, BELLA Beauty Awards time, and our team is ready!

We are now accepting submissions for BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards. If you’re interested in getting your product in front of our judges, please read our guidelines carefully below.

Our panel of judges will scrub, spritz, spray, and sample all the product submissions to bring our readers the very best beauty products worth their money + time.

BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission Guidelines

NOTE: Each submission is per product under 1 of 7 categories. All submissions require a per product fee. YOU MUST PICK A CATEGORY, INCLUDE THE PRODUCT TYPE, AND BRAND SUBMITTING.

7. Best in Fragrance

Product types may include:

  • Eau de parfum

  • Eau de toilette

  • Perfume oil

  • Body mist

  • Home fragrance

Best in Fragrance BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission
$325.00

It’s that time, BELLA Beauty Awards time, and our team is ready!

We are now accepting submissions for BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards. If you’re interested in getting your product in front of our judges, please read our guidelines carefully below.

Our panel of judges will scrub, spritz, spray, and sample all the product submissions to bring our readers the very best beauty products worth their money + time.

BELLA’s 2027 Beauty Awards Submission Guidelines

NOTE: Each submission is per product under 1 of 7 categories. All submissions require a per product fee. YOU MUST PICK A CATEGORY, INCLUDE THE PRODUCT TYPE, AND BRAND SUBMITTING.

Product Sample Requirements

Brands must ship seven full-size product samples per submission for testing.

Please include a printed copy of your submission receipt inside the shipment and address the package as follows:

THE SECRET GARDEN
BELLA Media + Co. Beauty Awards
ATTN: Vanessa Coppes
21 North Main Street
Marlboro, NJ 07746

Please ensure that all products are securely packaged and clearly labeled with the brand name, product name, selected category and product type.

What Every Submission Receives

Once the non-refundable registration payment and required product samples have been received, eligible submissions will receive:

  • Recognition through BELLA’s Instagram Stories as products arrive at our office

  • Consideration by the BELLA Beauty Awards judging panel

  • Inclusion in promotional content surrounding the 2027 awards

  • Eligibility for category-winner or Editor’s Pick recognition

What 2027 Winners Receive

The primary winner selected in each official category will receive:

  • A physical award presented in connection with the 2027 BELLA Beauty Awards Ceremony in New York City

  • Inclusion in BELLA’s official 2027 Beauty Awards Winners editorial feature

  • Recognition across BELLA’s website and social-media platforms

  • Inclusion in dedicated BELLA video or BELLA TV coverage announcing the 2027 winners

  • Complimentary use of the official BELLA Beauty Awards 2027 Winner Seal

Select products may also receive BELLA Editor’s Pick recognition within their category. Editor’s Picks will be distinguished from the primary category winners in BELLA’s editorial and social announcements.

Ready to Submit?

If your product deserves a place among the most exciting beauty discoveries of 2027, we want to experience it.

Early-bird submissions close October 1, 2026. Submission fee increases to $400.

SUBMIT YOUR PRODUCT FOR THE 2027 BELLA BEAUTY AWARDS

For additional questions, please contact Admin@BellaMedia.co.

Thank you, and best of luck from the entire BELLA team!

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