Awards created to highlight San Diego based Beauty Pros and their work.
2026 SUBMISSIONS ARE
CLOSED
GOOD LUCK
Check our Instagram for TOP 10, then TOP 3 announcements.
CATEGORIES
HAIR
Blonding
Vivid color
Haircut Transformation
SKIN/NAILS
Overall Transformation
Nail Design
BARBER
Fade: #HTA_Fade2026
Mens Style: #HTA_MensStyle2026
OTHER
Viral Video
Studio Decor (Sola Pro Exclusive)
RULES
1. Eligibility
Who can enter:
-Must be a licensed beauty professional
-Must be a San Diego based beauty pro
-Work submitted must have been completed within the last 12 months
-Entries must be original work by the professional entering
2. Entry Requirements
How you submit:
-Max 3 entries per category per pro
-Must submit high-quality photos
-No heavy filters
-Photos need natural or professional lighting
-No AI-altered, AI generated or digitally enhanced photos
3. Submission Process
-Must post on Instagram feed/Reel
-Use required category hashtag
-Tag @SolaSanDiego
-Profile must be public during contest
TOP 3 from each category will be narrowed down by 5 hand selected panelists and invited to The Brigantine at Portside Pier for the award show on 09/27/26.