Think your product has what it takes to earn our coveted WH Beauty Awards stamp? Here’s everything you need to know to get it on our radar for the WH Best of Beauty Awards 2026.
The Women’s Health South Africa Best of Beauty Awards 2026 are officially open. Known for its rigorous, expert-led testing, these awards celebrate the most innovative, high-performing beauty products across skincare, hair, make-up, body and tools.
Here’s All You Need to Know
These awards are strictly for beauty products. We are NOT looking for wellness or sexual wellness products (those awards will be later in the year, Nov + Dec 2026).
We look for beauty products that transform routines into rituals – those that blend efficacy, quality and luxurious experience. Every winner is rigorously tested by our editors and trusted Women’s Health beauty experts.
Skincare – Best Cleanser, Best Moisturiser, Best Serum (hydration, brightening, anti-ageing, etc.), Best Face Mask, Best SPF, Best Eye Cream, Best Exfoliant (chemical & physical), Best Facial Oil, Best Acne Treatment
Make-up – Best Foundation/Tinted Moisturiser, Best Concealer, Best Blush, Best Highlighter, Best Mascara, Best Eyeliner, Best Lipstick/Gloss, Best Brow Product, Best Setting Spray
Haircare – Best Shampoo & Conditioner (for different hair types), Best Dry Shampoo, Best Leave-In Treatment, Best Heat Protectant, Best Hair Mask, Best Curl Enhancer, Best Styling Tool (flat iron, curling wand, etc.)
Body Care – Best Body Wash, Best Body Scrub, Best Body Lotion, Best Self-Tanner, Best Hand Cream, Best Deodorant, Nail care
Fragrance – Best Everyday Fragrance, Best Luxury Fragrance, Best Clean/Non-Toxic Fragrance
Beauty Tools & Devices – Best Skincare Device (LED Mask, Microcurrent, etc.), Best Make-up Brush Set, Best Hair Styling Tool, Best At-Home Spa Treatment, Best Lash Set)
Submission Essentials
Please submit all products to: info@womenshealthsa.co.za. In your email, include a breakdown of each product with the following details:
- High-res pack shots (clean, no lifestyle imagery)
- Please mark all submissions as ‘Beauty Awards 2026’.
- 3x full-sized products must be sent to us.
- Clear product information (ingredients, recommended retail prices, claims)
- Info on where to buy the product?:
- Samples must be sent for testing no later than 1 June 2026.
- All products must be available and shoppable by the time of publication, September 2026
Thanks and good luck!
