The Skin Games is a premier international competition and awards event for licensed skincare professionals, estheticians, cosmetologists, and beauty experts. It combines hands‑on competitions, case study submissions, education, networking, and an awards show to celebrate excellence across various skill categories within the esthetics and skincare industry.
Overview
Founded Year: 2015
Founder: Founded by a group of beauty and skincare professionals, including Jennifer Rosenblum
Purpose: To elevate and recognise outstanding achievement and professional skill in the skincare and beauty industry on a global stage while providing education and networking opportunities.
Governing Body
Organisation Name: The Skin Games / The Extraordinary Esthetician
Company Status: Privately run international competition entity
Regulatory Status:
Operates as an industry competition and event
Not a statutory regulatory body
Industry Standing: Recognised as one of the most prestigious awards and competitions for estheticians globally
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply: Licensed estheticians, skincare professionals, and cosmetologists from around the world
Requirements:
Valid and non‑expired professional licence to prac...Completion and submission of required case studies...Registration and fee payment for each entered cate...
Restrictions:
Students without a valid professional licence are ...Entries must comply with laws and scope of practic...
Judging Criteria
Evaluation Factors:
Quality and results shown in case study documentation and media submissionsTechnical expertise demonstrated within chosen categoriesInterviews with judges at live events for finalistsConsistency, professionalism, and adherence to rules in live demonstrations (where applicable)
Detailed case study submissions including weekly v...Written treatment protocols and client information...Valid licence documentation for live event partici...
Compliance Standards:
Adherence to competition rules and regulationsCompliance with professional scope of practice and...
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Verification Process
Public Register:
Certificate Validation Method: Verification of results and awards through official competition records and published winners lists
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Renewal & Compliance
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Benefits
Reputation: Winning or placing in The Skin Games is widely regarded as a mark of excellence and professional distinction within the esthetics industry
Patient Trust Impact: Recognition can substantially boost client confidence, professional credibility, and market visibility
Patient Safety Impact
Mechanisms of Protection:
Encouragement of evidence‑based techniques and professional standardsPromotion of safe and lawful practice within submitted competition work
Limitations:
This is not a clinical certification or regulatory safety qualificationPatient safety is indirectly supported through professional standards but not regulated by health authorities
Comparison with Other Bodies
Comparable Entities:
Other professional competitions and award events for skincare and esthetics, such as national spa industry awards
Key Differences:
The Skin Games has a strong international focus with live competitions and case study submissions tied to cash awardsIt functions primarily as a competition and networking event rather than a formal certification or licensing body
Industry Recognition
Media Mentions:
Featured in industry publications and referenced by competition participants and esthetician forums
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Credibility Signals:
Long‑running history since 2015 with significant global participationCash prizes and high‑profile award categories recognised internationally
Government Regulation Status
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Legal Status:
Operates as a commercial industry competition and event