From behind the chair, to session work, to the runway, the precision and details of Styling and Finishing is a vital component of every theme, trend or look. The Styling and Finishing category honors artists who showcase mastery in creating polished finished looks.

New for 2021: Any material that is a headpiece, hair ornament or art worn on the head is allowed if it does not restrict viewing of the hair AND/OR is constructed out of natural or synthetic hair.

General Guidelines:

• Images entered into this category may not be entered into the Texture category.

Stylist Guidelines:

• Wigs are allowed.
• Natural and Synthetic hair extensions and hair pieces are allowed. (Note: Any material that is a headpiece, hair ornament or art worn on the head is allowed if it does not restrict viewing of the hair AND/OR is constructed out of natural or synthetic hair.)
• Braids are allowed.

Model Requirements:

• Must showcase three unique looks 
• Signed NAHA Styling and Finishing Release Form

Image Requirements:

• All images must be in JPEG (.jpg) format
• Images must be 8x10 inches with a resolution of 300DPI (CMPI not accepted)
• Three Unedited, Unretouched Images 
• Three Final Images 
• Retouching of the image’s color is allowed*.
• Retouching of the hair’s shape, texture or color is not allowed.

Judging Criteria

• Technical Skill 50%
• Cohesive Collection 20%
• Creativity 30%