The Hair Education Beauty Summit · Lagos 2026
The Stage Where Africa's Finest
Create History
Lagos, Nigeria · October 23–25, 2026
Limited competition slots available · Lagos, Nigeria · October 23–25, 2026
$87,500
Prize Pool · ₦122,500,000
13
Competitions
7
Competition Categories
Lagos 2026
October 23–25
Schedule at a Glance
Dates & Times
October 23, 2026
HEBS Welcome Beach Pre-Party
NJS Royale Beach Resort
An exclusive networking experience bringing together international delegates, sponsors, exhibitors, educators, media, influencers, and industry leaders in a luxury beachfront setting.
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
October 24, 2026
HEBS Main Summit — Day One
NJS Royale Events Center
- Taste of Culture Food Tasting · 12:00 Noon – 5:00 PM
- Battle of the Fades · 12:30 – 1:00 PM
- Fast & Flawless Braiding · 12:30 – 1:00 PM
- Freestyle Braid Art · 1:15 – 2:30 PM
- Gilded Heritage Nail Art · 2:00 – 3:30 PM
- Freestyle Design · 2:45 – 3:45 PM
- Loc Retwist & Style · 4:00 – 5:00 PM
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
October 25, 2026
HEBS Main Summit — Day Two
NJS Royale Events Center
- Taste of Culture Food Tasting · 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Traditional Braiding · 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Roots to Royalty Fashion Runway · 12:45 – 1:30 PM
- Bridal Beauty Makeup · 1:30 – 3:00 PM
- Lash Couture · 1:45 – 2:30 PM
- Flawless Frontals · 2:45 – 3:45 PM
- Fast & Flawless Barber · 4:00 – 4:15 PM
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What to Expect
Event Highlights
Three days of immersive education, fierce competition, and global connection.
Following three United States editions, including another sold-out edition from 2–4 May 2026, HEBS comes home to Lagos for its fourth edition and Lagos debut.
Pre-Party
Kick off the summit in style with an exclusive pre-party celebration featuring live entertainment and networking. October 23, 2026 · NJS Royale Beach Resort · 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Immersive Masterclasses
Learn cutting-edge techniques from world-class educators across hair, beauty, and fashion disciplines.
Panel Discussions
Gain insight from industry leaders on trends, business growth, and the future of the beauty industry.
Creative Competitions
Compete in high-stakes creative challenges with $87,500 USD (₦122,500,000) in prizes across 13 competitions.
Networking
Connect with hundreds of professionals, brands, and collaborators from around the world.
Hands-On Learning
Participate in live demonstrations and interactive workshops to sharpen your skills.
HEBS Lagos 2026 · 13 Competitions · 7 Categories
Choose Your Stage
From barbering and braiding to frontals, lashes, nails, makeup, fashion, cultural food, and locs, HEBS brings Africa's finest talents together on one global platform for $87,500 USD / ₦122,500,000 in prizes.
Barbering
3 competitions
Battle of the Fades · Freestyle Design · Fast & Flawless Barber
Braiding
3 competitions
Fast & Flawless Braiding · Freestyle Braid Art · Traditional Braiding
Hair Installation & Styling
1 competition
Flawless Frontals
Beauty
3 competitions
Bridal Beauty Makeup · Lash Couture · Gilded Heritage Nail Art
Fashion
1 competition
Roots to Royalty Fashion Runway
Culinary & Culture
1 competition
Taste of Culture Food Tasting
Loc/Styling
1 competition
Loc Retwist & Style
Entry ₦50,000 per competition · All 13 competitions open
HEBS Lagos 2026 · Your Opportunity
Why Attend HEBS 2026?
More than a competition. A platform for recognition, education, networking, and global opportunities.
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Prize Pool
Compete for Africa's largest beauty prize pool — $87,500 USD (₦122,500,000) distributed across 13 competitions.
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Days of Education
Three days of live competitions, expert masterclasses, hands-on training, and immersive beauty education.
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Competitions
Barbering, braiding, frontals, beauty, fashion, cultural food, and locs — 13 competitions across 7 categories on one global stage.
Global Industry Exposure
Showcase your talent before international judges, brands, educators, and industry leaders.
Limited competition slots available across all categories.
October 23–25, 2026 · Lagos, Nigeria
Beyond the Stage · Economic Impact
Why HEBS Lagos Matters
HEBS is not simply a competition — it is an economic development platform built to transform Nigerian and African talent into globally recognized brands through education, investment, innovation, tourism, manufacturing, and international partnerships.
Economic Empowerment
An economic development platform that empowers entrepreneurs, creates jobs, and drives business growth across Nigeria's beauty and creative industries.
Tourism & Investment
Attracting international visitors, delegates, and foreign investment — positioning Lagos as one of the world's emerging beauty destinations.
Trade & Partnerships
Strengthening international trade and connecting Nigerian manufacturing, distribution, and innovation to global markets and partners.
Industry Development
Transforming Nigerian and African talent into globally recognized brands through world-class education, investment, and international opportunity.
Who Will Be in the Room
HEBS Lagos unites the full value chain of the beauty economy — industry leaders from across Nigeria, Africa, and the diaspora:
Join the Movement
We invite multinational corporations, beauty brands, manufacturers, distributors, educational institutions, development organizations, investors, media partners, and industry leaders to join us in shaping the future of Nigeria's beauty economy.
Together, we can
- Empower the next generation of Nigerian entrepreneurs
- Promote tourism and foreign investment
- Strengthen international trade
- Create employment through the beauty and creative industries
- Build globally competitive Nigerian beauty brands
- Position Lagos as the gateway to Africa’s beauty industry
More Than an Event. A Movement.
One Continent · One Industry · One Global Stage
Community Voices
What Beauty Professionals Are Saying
Hairstylists, salon owners, and beauty professionals who experienced HEBS firsthand.
500+
Attendees
4.9★
Rating
100%
Return
“The energy in the room, the knowledge shared, and the connections made throughout the event were unforgettable.”
Aleetha Clanton
Professional Hairstylist & MUA
“My experience at HEBS was truly inspiring and sparked a new level of creativity within me.”
Shantavia Taylor
Hairstylist & Mane Runway Show Producer
“I love the diversity in the beauty art forms celebrated, as well as the cultural diversity. HEBS is charting new territory.”
Juanda Roberts
CEO, Princess Hair Pizzazz
“I had the best time moderating the Wisdom Well panel and I can't wait to return to HEBS.”
Akua Robinson
Podcaster, Friends in Beauty
“Being part of this event allowed me to step out on faith and keep broadening my horizons.”
Krista B.
EIC, Unapologetically Eclectic
“The energy in the room, the knowledge shared, and the connections made throughout the event were unforgettable.”
Aleetha Clanton
Professional Hairstylist & MUA
“My experience at HEBS was truly inspiring and sparked a new level of creativity within me.”
Shantavia Taylor
Hairstylist & Mane Runway Show Producer
“I love the diversity in the beauty art forms celebrated, as well as the cultural diversity. HEBS is charting new territory.”
Juanda Roberts
CEO, Princess Hair Pizzazz
“I had the best time moderating the Wisdom Well panel and I can't wait to return to HEBS.”
Akua Robinson
Podcaster, Friends in Beauty
“Being part of this event allowed me to step out on faith and keep broadening my horizons.”
Krista B.
EIC, Unapologetically Eclectic
Community Voices
What Beauty Professionals Are Saying About HEBS
Hear directly from hairstylists, salon owners, beauty entrepreneurs, educators, and industry professionals who have experienced HEBS firsthand.
500+
Attendees
4.9★
Avg Rating
100%
Would Return
“The energy in the room, the knowledge shared, and the connections made throughout the event were unforgettable.”
Aleetha Clanton
Professional Hairstylist & MUA
“My experience at HEBS was truly inspiring and sparked a new level of creativity within me.”
Shantavia Taylor
Hairstylist & Mane Runway Show Producer
“I love the diversity in the beauty art forms celebrated, as well as the cultural diversity. HEBS is charting new territory.”
Juanda Roberts
CEO, Princess Hair Pizzazz
“I had the best time moderating the Wisdom Well panel and I can't wait to return to HEBS.”
Akua Robinson
Podcaster, Friends in Beauty
“Being part of this event allowed me to step out on faith and keep broadening my horizons.”
Krista B.
EIC, Unapologetically Eclectic
“The energy in the room, the knowledge shared, and the connections made throughout the event were unforgettable.”
Aleetha Clanton
Professional Hairstylist & MUA
“My experience at HEBS was truly inspiring and sparked a new level of creativity within me.”
Shantavia Taylor
Hairstylist & Mane Runway Show Producer
“I love the diversity in the beauty art forms celebrated, as well as the cultural diversity. HEBS is charting new territory.”
Juanda Roberts
CEO, Princess Hair Pizzazz
“I had the best time moderating the Wisdom Well panel and I can't wait to return to HEBS.”
Akua Robinson
Podcaster, Friends in Beauty
“Being part of this event allowed me to step out on faith and keep broadening my horizons.”
Krista B.
EIC, Unapologetically Eclectic
From the Stage
Event Gallery
Moments from previous HEBS editions — the energy, artistry, and excellence.
HEBS 2025 Archive