The GLOBAL TALENT NAIL CUP is an international nails championship that showcases the best in nail artistry and professional skill. With a world-class judging panel, this competition elevates the status and prestige of the nail artist profession, while providing a platform for the growth and development of talented professionals. Cutting-edge categories reflect the latest trends and techniques in the beauty industry, ensuring that participants compete at the highest level of innovation and creativity.

America’s Beauty Show 2026 welcomes the Headquarters Barber Competition – a high-energy, live showcase of skill, creativity, and precision. Competitors will go head-to-head in timed challenges designed to test technique, artistry, and presentation in front of a live audience. All categories will have a student & professional division. This exclusive half-day event is hosted by the team at Headquarters Barbers, featuring four dynamic categories, live judging, and audience engagement.

Hosted by Beauty Cast Network, this year's theme is THRIVE.  Theme Overview: Thrive is about more than surviving—it’s about growing stronger, bolder, and more resilient. With its modern lines, transformative teal accents, and elevated finishes, competitors are encouraged to create looks that embody renewal, strength, and optimism. Let your artistry showcase how beauty pushes forward—polished, powerful, and flourishing in every detail.