The 2026 Cosmetics & Toiletries (C&T) Allē Awards are now open for submissions, shining a spotlight on groundbreaking beauty innovations — and digital technology companies have a prime opportunity to be recognized.
From cutting-edge cosmetic ingredients and formulas to state-of-the-art testing tools and consumer devices, the C&T Allē Awards honor the full spectrum of beauty innovation.
For more information, visit the awards website.
Starring Digital Technologies
This year, digital technologies play a starring role, divided into two key categories based on users:
- Consumer user technologies: Including amartphone apps, retailer diagnostic tools, VR/AR/metaverse appliances, online product advisors, and other tech designed to empower consumers in their beauty and personal care journeys.
- Industry user technologies: Including platforms, databases, blockchain solutions, sensors, and software for project management, R&D collaboration, material sourcing, inventory tracking, production monitoring, and more — all tailored to enhance the cosmetics industry’s backend operations.
If your company is pioneering digital tools that transform how beauty is created, managed or experienced, the C&T Allē Awards want to hear from you. This is your chance to gain recognition among industry leaders and highlight your innovation on a global stage.
Submit your entries today and be part of the future of beauty technology!
Eligibility, Dates and Fees
Digital technologies first implemented between Jan. 1, 2025, and Dec. 31, 2025 are eligible.*
Finalists will be featured on Cosmetics & Toiletries platforms and recognized at an exclusive awards event celebrating scientific excellence in beauty (details forthcoming).
- Entry Deadlines/Fees
- $350 Early Bird fee (deadline: Aug. 1, 2025)
- $550 Standard fee (final deadline: Sept. 19, 2025)
- Finalists Announced: December 2025
- Awards Ceremony: tbd - Spring 2026
*Some exceptions can be made for entries previously NOT submitted; contact the organizers for details.
Additional Entry Types: Ingredients, Blends, Prototypes, Finished Formulas, Cosmetic Beauty Devices and Test Methods/Devices
In addition to the described digital tech entries, where relevant, companies can enter cosmetic ingredients (active or base), cosmetic ingredient blends, prototype products/chassis, test methods and devices, commercial beauty devices and/or finished formulas. See the awards website for full details.
Why Submit?
Winners will be recognized across C&T’s global platforms, featured in exclusive editorial coverage and honored during the live C&T Allē Awards dinner (details forthcoming). This is your opportunity to demonstrate your company's leadership, innovation and impact on the science of beauty.
