GLOBAL TALENT BEAUTY CUP CHICAGO APRIL 18th 2026 AMERICA’S BEAUTY SHOW Room #8-9 The GLOBAL TALENT BEAUTY CUP is an international championship that sets the standard for excellence in the beauty industry. With a world-class judging panel of highly respected experts, this competition showcases the very best in nail artistry and professional skill. The championship not only elevates the status and prestige of the nail artist profession, but also provides a unique platform for the growth and development of talented professionals. What truly sets this event apart is its cutting-edge categories, designed to reflect the latest trends and modern techniques in the beauty industry, ensuring that participants compete at the highest level of innovation and creativity.
Submission Deadlines and Registration Information: ● By April 5 – Online registration and payment of participation fees must be completed. This is also the final
deadline for submitting competition works via email to: gtbcup@gmail.com. ● By April 13 – On-site registration for the championship and payment of participation fees must be
completed. ● Awards Ceremony for Global Talent Beauty Cup – Chicago will take place on April 18th , 2026 at America’s
Beauty Show, 5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018. After we receive your payment and competition works, your entry will be officially registered, and we will send you your participant number and confirmation by email. Late submissions will not be accepted.
PARTICIPANT CATEGORIES: Competitors should register under one of the following: Student – for those currently enrolled in a nail program and/or competing for the first time. Professional – this division includes both Professional and Master competitors. Final designation (Professional or Master) will be confirmed at check-in. 1. Division 1 – Students: Includes trainees and apprentices with up to 1 year of experience in the nail industry. Participants who are competing for the first time in the championship and have never competed in any competition in their life. 2. Division 2 – Masters: Includes professionals with over 1 year of experience who have previously participated in the championship but have not won any titles. Participants who have won more than 5 medals in Division 1, automatically advance to Division 2. 3. Division 3 – Professionals: Includes participants who have won more than 5 medals in Division 2, instructors, school founders, brand representatives, and Grand Prix winners. Masters whose qualifications fit a higher category but who register for a lower category will be disqualified, and their competition results will be reviewed. 1