The Standard has announced its partnership with The Beauty Awards 2026 as Official Voting Partner, marking the first time the news brand has collaborated with the event.
Now in its 25th year, The Beauty Awards celebrates and rewards the products, brands and innovations that bring something efficacious and innovative to the market, says the publisher. Combining rigorous expert judging with public voting, the awards bridge the gap between the beauty industry and consumers, helping shoppers discover some of the very best products while providing brands with a trusted platform for recognition and engagement.
As Official Voting Partner, The Standard says it will invite its beauty and wellness loving audience to play a key role in celebrating the products, brands and innovations shaping the industry by casting their votes across the awards categories.
Jo Aves, head of partnerships, The Standard, says: "Beauty, fashion and wellness are in The Standard's DNA and areas our audience cares deeply about. We know they're incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to discovering and recommending the products they love. We're excited to give them the opportunity to cast their votes in The Beauty Awards 2026 and be part of celebrating the very best in the industry. We also know they'll be eager to explore the shortlisted products and brands, uncovering new recommendations and inspiration along the way."
Suzan Antonowicz, head of brand partnerships at The Beauty Awards, remarks: "Twenty-five years is a significant milestone, and every decision we make around The Beauty Awards 2026 has been made in that spirit. Our Official Voting Partner needed to be a name that carries real credibility, not just reach, but trust. The Standard has built exactly that. As one of Britain's most respected and widely read publications, its involvement lends the voting process the kind of rigour and stature that The Beauty Awards has always stood for. It is a partnership rooted in shared values, and we are proud to have them alongside us in our anniversary year."
Voting details and key dates for The Beauty Awards 2026 will be announced in due course.
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