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2026 ILM Industry Awards - Skillset Awards
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How do I enter the awards?
Select which award you would like to enter and purchase. Post purchase, you will receive an email with a couple of downloads.
1. information pack
2. Submission Form link (Google Form)
3. Rubric for awards to refer to which the judges will complete to ensure you hit all the criteria for best marks possible.
What you actually need to Enter
This is where most people overthink it.
You don’t need:
- Professional photos
- A full portfolio
- Perfect work
You just need:
- 2–5 photos of your work
- iPhone photos are completely fine
- A short submission form
If you’ve already got photos of your clients — you’re ready.
Who can enter the ILM awards?
Anyone in Australia and New Zealand
How many awards can I enter?
You can enter as many awards as you wish.
When submitting your entry, please ensure you write your order number on the google form for reference.
When do entries close and when are finalists released?
Entries Close June 30.
Judges will mark all submissions during July and finalists will be released Early August.
Are Entries refundable?
Unfortunately we do not permit refunds for entries. Please ensure you pick your correct category prior to purchasing.
how to enter
Entering takes 10–15 minutes.
1. Choose your category
Select the award that best fits your work. You can enter more than one.
2. Complete your entry
$50 per category.
Once entered, you’ll receive your submission form and judging criteria.
3. Submit your work
Upload:
2–5 photos
Client work
iPhone photos are completely fine
No professional shoots. No live judging.
4. You’re in
Your work is reviewed by industry judges.
Finalists announced in August. Winners announced at the ILM event.
That’s it. No overthinking required.
Our Expert ILM AWARD Judges
Celine McSweeney
Owner of Brow Tribe
Amy Williams
Owner of Lash Prodigy
Jacqui Buttigieg
Owner of Project Brow
Tamara Reid
Owner of Inside Industry
AMANDA D'ANDREA
Owner of Giali Lashes
Kim Evans
Owner of Lux Brows and Lashes
Awards FAQ
ABOUT THE ILM AWARDS
WHAT ARE THE ILM AWARDS?
The International Lash Masters Awards recognise excellence across the lash and brow industry in Australia and New Zealand. Part of the International Lash Masters Conference — Australia's leading event for lash and brow professionals — the awards celebrate the people who are raising the standard of this industry every single day.
Winners are announced live at the ILM Conference in Melbourne, 19–20 September 2026. Finalists are promoted across ILM's platforms and recognised as leaders in their field. Winning an ILM Award belongs on your website, your bio, and your booking page. It is a career credential that positions you as the authority in your space.
We want to celebrate everyone's skills, growth and business acumen. This has not been done before in Australia.
WHY WERE THE ILM AWARDS CREATED?
To officially recognise the talent in our Industry across all categories in Australia and New Zealand.
We want to celebrate everyone's skills, growth and business acumen. This has not been done before in Australia.
ENTRY & ELIGIBILITY
WHO CAN ENTER THE AWARDS?
Anyone in our industry based in Australia and New Zealand
I'M NEW TO THE INDUSTRY, CAN I STILL ENTER?
Yes. We have categories designed specifically for emerging artists, as well as categories suited to more experienced professionals.
WHAT IF I DON'T THINK I AM GOOD ENOUGH TO ENTER?
The awards are designed to recognise growth, effort and dedication across all levels.
If you are consistently working on your craft or business, you belong here.
CAN I ENTER MULTIPLE AWARDS?
Yes. You can enter as many categories as you meet the criteria for.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
WHAT DO I NEED TO SUBMIT FOR THE ENTRY?
Each category has specific requirements, which may include images of your work, written responses, and business or brand information. Full details are provided inside the award information pack.
CAN I SUBMIT THE SAME WORK ACROSS MULTIPLE CATEGORIES?
No. Each Entry has to be original work and must be your own work.
JUDGING PROCESS
HOW ARE THE AWARDS JUDGED?
All entries are assessed by a panel of experienced industry judges using a structured scoring system based on skill, technique, business performance and industry contribution depending on the category.
ARE THE AWARDS BASED ON POPULARITY OR JUDGED?
Most categories are professionally judged. Selected categories include a public voting element once finalists are announced.
DATES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
WHEN DO ENTRIES OPEN AND CLOSE?
Entries open April 1 and close June 30
WHEN ARE FINALISTS AND WINNERS ANNOUNCED?
Finalists will be announced Early August and public voting categories will be listed on our website to vote.
Winners will be announced at our 2026 Melbourne Lash and Brow Conference on Day 1 on September 19.
Location:
Pullman on the Park, East Melbourne
CONFERENCE AND ATTENDANCE
DO I NEED TO ATTEND THE CONFERENCE TO ENTER?
No, you do not need to attend the conference to enter however our awards will be announced on stage and a photo opportunity with the winners will be taken.
Deanna will be welcoming winners on stage and taking a photo with each winner and presenting their awards, showcasing their work.
