NAHA 2021 Submissions Open!

The North American Hairstyling Awards is the most prestigious professional beauty competition in North America, and honors the salon industry’s top artists – who push the boundaries of skill and creativity.

This year there will be 14 categories of excellence, which we will be entering into the Student Stylist of the Year Category.  

More about NAHA

Dottie Green NAHA Student Hairstylist of the Year

Dottie Greene

Student Stylist of the Year 2020
Aveda Institute Columbus

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

  • Entrant MUST be tested out to accept guests 

  • Entrant MUST NOT be a licensed professional as of September 10th, 2021

STUDENT ENTRY 2022

 

HERE IS HOW YOU APPLY!

In a 2-3 minute video share the following via YouTube or Vimeo:

Introduce yourself and share your passion for the beauty industry!

  • Tell us why you chose to come to the Aveda Institute 

  • Share why you should represent your school at NAHA

  • Show us your technical abilities in your own creative way 

Creat a look that would represent your collection

  • Complete a look on a mannequin or model that represents your collection using color, cut and makeup

You can purchase a mannequin through Pivot Point, Amazon or a local hair store

Pivot Point

SUBMISSION MUST INCLUDE: 

  • Before and after images of your Haircut, Color, Style, Makeup
  • Images of the complete process throughout your video

ENTRIES SUBMITTED BY 

Friday, July 2nd to the following educators:

COLUMBUS
Marie Pannell-Biggs
pmarie@avedafi.edu

INDIANAPOLIS
Stephanie Huntsman
shuntsman@avedafi.edu

CHAPEL HILL
Jake Ivins
ijake@avedafi.edu

LOS ANGELES
Julia LoVetere
ljulia@avedafi.edu

CINCINNATI
Taylor Fultz
tfultz@avedafi.edu

WINNING STUDENTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON TUESDAY, JULY 6TH

 

 

PHOTOSHOOT

JULY 27th - August 1st

Photoshoot and Model Call will be held in Cincinnati

Each student will arrive in Cincinnati to do a two day prep and shoot on their designated day to create their collection. Studentw will work with their mentor and other industry professionals to create and elevate their looks.

  • Columbus - Tuesday, July 27th & Wednesday, July 28th
  • Indianapolis - Wednesday, July 28th & Thursday, July 29th
  • Chapel Hill - Thursday, July 29th & Friday, July 30th
  • Los Angeles - Friday, July 30th & Saturday, July 31st
  • Cincinnati - Saturday, July 31st & Sunday, August 1st

GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!  





 

JOIN THE COLOR CLUB

Receive one color retouch per month with a complimentary conditioning masque for $45 a month!

Learn More

Beauty Blog

5 Soft Skills They Don’t Teach for the State Board (But You Need for the Salon)

Passing your State Board exam is a massive milestone. You’ve spent hours mastering the perfect 45-degree haircut, memorizing chemical compositions, and perfecting sanitation protocols. But once you step out of the testing room and onto the salon floor, you quickly realize that technical...

The Frizz Cure: Aveda Nutriplenish vs. Smooth Infusion

Battling frizzy hair? Discover the ultimate showdown between Aveda Nutriplenish and Smooth Infusion to find the perfect frizz cure for your unique hair type. Frizz. It’s the universal hair hurdle that can turn a perfectly good hair day into a halo of untamed flyaways. If you have ever...

The Green Stylist: Why Sustainability is the Most Profitable Skill in 2026

The beauty industry is undergoing a massive transformation. Gone are the days when going green was just a niche marketing trend or an optional tagline. In 2026, sustainability has officially evolved into a core business strategy. For modern cosmetologists, mastering eco-friendly practices...

Men’s Grooming at the Aveda Institute: More Than Just a Haircut

In the modern world, grooming is no longer just a chore on a to-do list; it’s an essential part of self-care and personal branding. While many men are used to the in-and-out nature of a traditional barbershop, there is a growing movement toward a more comprehensive, relaxing...

Aveda Esthetics vs. Medical Esthetics: Which Path is Right for You?

The beauty and skincare industry is booming, and there has never been a better time to launch a career as a licensed esthetician. However, as you begin researching your options, you will quickly notice that the field splits into two distinct, highly rewarding paths: Aveda Esthetics and Medical...

Get the Skills to be a Beauty Professional