The 2026 Gurus Beauty Awards honored an exceptional group of brands, products, and industry leaders whose innovation, artistry, and dedication continue to shape the future of beauty and wellness. Held at Docks Off Fifth in Manhattan, the annual celebration brought together influential voices from beauty, fashion, entertainment, and media to recognize excellence across skincare, haircare, beauty accessories, and professional beauty.
Co-hosted by wellness advocate Hilaria Baldwin and Gurus Magazine Publisher, Founder, and Editor-in-Chief Derek Warburton, the evening celebrated not only outstanding products and professionals but also the creativity, passion, and vision driving the beauty industry forward. Throughout the ceremony, presenters from television, fashion, publishing, and entertainment took the stage to honor this year’s deserving recipients.
Best in Skin
Presented by relationship expert Kara Francis and Lauren Falcione, founder of The Blonde Italian, the Best in Skin award recognized a product that exemplifies the perfect balance of botanical science, innovation, and everyday wellness.
Sunrider International’s Oi-Lin® Deep Moisture Lotion earned this year’s honor for its thoughtfully crafted formula designed to nourish, protect, and deeply hydrate the skin. Combining botanical ingredients with antioxidant-rich nourishment, the lightweight moisturizer helps replenish moisture, strengthen the skin barrier, and promote healthier-looking, radiant skin. Backed by more than four decades of expertise in health, beauty, and botanical science, the lotion reflects Sunrider’s longstanding commitment to quality, performance, and holistic wellness.
Michele Hojsack, Senior Manager of Training & Development, accepted the award on behalf of Sunrider International.
Best Beauty Accessories
Acclaimed fashion designer Nicole Miller presented the Best Beauty Accessories award to Blissy, recognizing a brand that has transformed an everyday necessity into an elevated beauty ritual.
Blissy was honored for redefining beauty while we sleep through luxurious silk accessories designed to help reduce hair breakage, minimize skin friction, and enhance overnight self-care. By combining thoughtful innovation with exceptional craftsmanship, the brand has helped consumers wake up with smoother hair, healthier-looking skin, and a more luxurious beauty experience. Its commitment to quality and wellness continues to change the way people think about beauty beyond their daily skincare routines.
Celebrity makeup artist and beauty influencer Vjosa Pacuku accepted the award on behalf of the brand.
Celebrity Hairstylist of the Year
Author and Sex and the City creator Candace Bushnell presented the Celebrity Hairstylist of the Year award to Eliut Rivera, founder of ELIUT Salon.
More than creating beautiful hairstyles, Rivera has built a reputation for helping clients feel confident through artistry, transformation, and exceptional service. His creativity, technical expertise, and passion for his craft have earned him recognition as one of the industry’s respected professionals. Through years of dedication and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Rivera continues to elevate the standard of professional hairstyling while inspiring the next generation of beauty professionals.
Rivera accepted the award in person during the ceremony.
Legacy Beauty Brand
Television personality Sutton Stracke presented the Legacy Beauty Brand award to FACE STOCKHOLM, recognizing decades of creativity, innovation, and influence within the beauty industry.
Since its founding, FACE STOCKHOLM has championed individuality, self-expression, and timeless beauty while remaining committed to creating high-quality products that empower consumers and beauty professionals alike. Through its enduring vision and continued ability to evolve alongside changing beauty trends, the company has built a lasting legacy that continues to inspire new generations.
Martina Arfwidson, CEO and Co-Founder of FACE STOCKHOLM, accepted the award on behalf of the company.
Best in Hair Care
Margaret Josephs of The Real Housewives of New Jersey presented the Best in Hair Care award to British M Matcha Shampoo, recognizing an innovative approach to healthy hair that begins with a healthy scalp.
Inspired by the antioxidant-rich benefits of organic matcha sourced from Jeju Island, British M Matcha Shampoo combines nature and science in a gentle, plant-derived formula designed to soothe the scalp, support healthy hair growth, and create an optimal environment for stronger, healthier hair. Its commitment to quality ingredients, innovation, and exceptional performance has helped redefine modern scalp-focused hair care while elevating the everyday beauty routine.
Robyn Newmark, Hollywood Beauty Guru and Editor-in-Chief of Beauty Guru Magazine, accepted the award on behalf of British M.
Celebrating Excellence Across the Beauty Industry
From breakthrough skincare and luxury beauty accessories to world-class hairstyling and legacy beauty brands, this year’s winners represent the innovation, craftsmanship, and passion that continue to move the beauty industry forward. Each honoree demonstrated a commitment to helping people look and feel their best through products, services, and artistry that elevate everyday beauty experiences.
As the Gurus Beauty Awards continue to grow, the annual celebration has become more than an awards ceremony. It serves as a platform to recognize excellence while bringing together leaders from beauty, wellness, fashion, entertainment, and media to celebrate the people, brands, and ideas shaping the future of the industry.
Special thanks to Anna Rothschild PR and IE Group co-founder Jeff Krauss for their partnership in bringing the 2026 Gurus Beauty Awards to life and helping create an unforgettable evening honoring innovation, creativity, and achievement in beauty.
