MUAHS Awards Ceremony Set for February 14, 2026
The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706) announces its 13th Annual MUAHS Awards, presented by L’Oréal Groupe and Giovanni Eco Chic Beauty, will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Westin Bonaventure in Los Angeles. The announcement was made today by Julie Socash, President of IATSE Local 706.The MUAHS Awards celebrate outstanding achievements by Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists across various categories, including Motion Pictures, Television, Television Special, Children and Teen Programming, Commercials, Music Videos, and Live Theater. The eligibility period for all categories is the calendar year 2025. Each year, the MUAHS Awards also honor exceptional talent with a Distinguished Artisan Award and Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Upcoming key deadlines leading up to the 13th Annual MUAHS Awards are*
| Submissions Open for All Categories | Monday, September 29, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. (PT) |
| Submissions Close for All Categories | Friday, November 14, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. (PT) |
| Nominations Voting Opens | Monday, December 1, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. (PT) |
| Nominations Voting Closes | Friday, December 19, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. (PT) |
| Nominations Announced | Monday, December 29, 2025 |
| Final Online Voting Begins | Monday January 26, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (PT) |
| Final Online Voting Closes | Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 9:00 p.m. (PT) |
| Winners Announced Live at the MUAHS Awards | Saturday, February 14, 2026 |
*Dates subject to change
Nominations will be announced on December 29, 2025, and the winners will be revealed at the ceremony on February 14, 2026. For more information about the MUAHS Awards and to stay updated on news and announcements, please visit the official website at www.local706.org. For additional inquiries regarding MUAHS Awards submissions and eligibility, please contact MUAHSAwardsSupport@IngleDodd.com.
ABOUT LOCAL 706: The Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild (IATSE, Local 706) was chartered in November 1937. Today, its diverse membership includes over 2,300 Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists working in motion pictures, television, commercials, music videos, and live theater. The Guild recognizes outstanding achievements through its annual MUAHS Awards, as well as welcoming FYC promotions in their official member-only publication, website, email, and social media platforms.
For more information on the 13th Annual MUAHS Awards Show, visit Local706.org or follow us at #MUAHSawards, Instagram, TikTok, X, and Threads.
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MUAHS Awards Submissions: MUAHS Awards Submission
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IngleDodd Media • 310.207.4410, ext. 245 • MUAHSawards@IngleDodd.com
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