Beauty City International is leading the UK National Small Business Hair, Beauty and Fashion Awards event. The first of its kind in the UK, integrating the 3 synonymous industries together in one destination. Showcasing the talent of small and independent businesses from across the UK; by providing a platform to generate exposure and national recognition for all of the nominees work and performances within the sector. Following the success of the first event, in Gibraltar the HBFA organisation has expanded into the UK market hosting its first ever nationwide event at an exclusive location in central Manchester in the Autumn Season of 2021. The awards consist of 21 diverse categories across the 3 sectors, ranging from Fashion Designer of the year, to Beauty Salon of the year, to Hair Stylist of the year. Voting is now accessible to the public to nominate their favourite businesses or freelancers, highlighting the excellence of products and services provided by local communities on a nationwide spectrum.

Diversity and inclusion are two core values upheld by Beauty City and the HBFA awards; which is reflected by the incorporation of award categories for businesses that specialise in Afro-Caribbean hair and beauty services, divisions which are often overlooked by mainstream media and award ceremonies.

Charities we’re supporting The selection of Charities chosen for the event also reflect Beauty City International’s philanthropic brand identity; consisting of a number of non profit organisations and charities, shining a light on the growing importance of raising funds and awareness for “Macmillan Cancer Support” MCS  have been instrumental to the directors of BCI with friends and close family members being diagnosed with Cancer over the years. We’re also raising funds and awareness for mental health charity “mind” who provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. “mind” continuously campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. And “Habia” is our third organisation who work closely with education within the Hair & Beauty industry, providing up to date information on education, qualifications and skills and is a not for profit organisation, Habia invests all surplus revenue back into funding projects that will benefit the hair and beauty Industries.

The HBFA’s first event was a sell out show, hundreds gathered to celebrate the success of the best providers of Hair, Beauty and Fashion services in Gibraltar from 14 categories. The upcoming UK ceremony will not fail to disappoint, with a significant increase in the number of nomination categories, allowing for the recognition of more small businesses on a national scale.

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