Best standalone destination spa – Metro
Resort or destination spa known for its quality, consistency and service experience and located in a metro city (Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad or Chennai)
Best hotel spa – Metro
Hotel spa located in a metro city (Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad or Chennai) and known for its quality, consistency and service experience
Best standalone destination spa – Non-Metro
Resort or destination spa known for its quality, consistency and service experience and located in a non-metro city
Best destination spa – National
Resort or destination spa known for its quality consistency and service experience
Best hotel spa – Non-Metro
Hotel spa located in a non-metro city and known for its quality, consistency and service experience
Best day spa – Metro
Day-spa, can be a part of a five star hotel, a high-end salon, or even a standalone spa, located in a metro city (Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad or Chennai) and operating in a compact all-day format
Best day spa – Non-Metro
Day-spa, can be a part of a five star hotel, a high-end salon, or even a standalone spa, located in a non-metro city and operating in a compact all-day format
Spa chain of the year - Regional
A multi-spa chain, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture in a particular region
Spa chain of the year - National
A multi-spa chain, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture
Customer service excellence award - Spa
An individual or enterprise responsible for ensuring all aspects of customer care are accommodated, and how they monitor and develop this aspect of service excellence for the business
Debutant spa of the year - Regional
A spa business entity having commenced its operations not more than a year ago (From January 2017 - 2018)
Entrepreneurial excellence award for spa leadership
Entrepreneurial leadership style of the business owner/s related to the well-being and satisfaction of their employees. The key considerations include an assessment of their internal systems
Therapist of the year (Editor’s Choice)
An individual working in the spa industry who has achieved remarkable growth and is known for his/ her service quality
Best day spa – National
Day-spa, can be a part of a five star hotel, high-end salon, or even a standalone spa, operating in a compact all-day format
Customer service excellence award – Spa
Best med spa – National
Med spa known for its quality consistency and service experience
Retail Excellence Awards
Salon retailer for professional products range
Salon-chain housing retail range of popular professional range of salon products in-house, and adding big numbers to the products sale count
Spa retailer for professional products range
Spa-chain housing retail range of popular professional range of spa products in-house, and adding big numbers to the products sale count
Fitness retailer/e-retailer for nutritional products range
Fitness-chain housing retail range of popular professional range of fitness/ nutritional products in-house, and adding big numbers to the products sale count
Beauty & Wellness products retailer/e-retailer of the Year
Retailer/e-retailer housing popular range of beauty and wellness products
Salon Enterprise Awards
National/Regional salon of the year - Premium
A boutique salon which has a unique and innovative culture, team and service that make it a highly successful business venture in the premium category
Regional salon of the year – Mass
A boutique salon which has a unique and innovative culture, team and service that make it a highly successful business venture for the mass
National salon chain of the year
A multi-salon chain, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture
Regional salon chain of the year
A salon unit, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture in a particular region
Debutant salon of the year
A salon business entity having commenced its operations not more than a year ago (January 2017-18)
Debutant Salon of the Year- Non- Metro
Standalone/ chain salon with an exceptional customer service and business growth in the year 2017 - 2018 based on nation- wide survey in B and C class cities
Salon of the Year- Metro
Standalone/ chain salon with an exceptional customer service and business growth in metro cities
Salon of the Year- Non- Metro
Standalone/ chain salon with an exceptional customer service and business growth in B and C class cities
Salon marketer of the year
External management of the business, with regard to brand image, marketing and promotions, which plays active role in customer acquisition and retention
Franchise salon owner of the year - RegionalAn individual who has reflected great business acumen, by developing their existing franchise and also continually improving strategy to achieve future success and growth
Entrepreneurial excellence award for salon leadership
Entrepreneurial leadership style of the business owner/s related to the well-being and satisfaction of their employees. The key considerations include an assessment of their internal systems
Rising star of the year
Enterprise/ individual that has achieved remarkable growth in the last year and continues to improve to achieve further growth and success (January 2017 - 2018)
Nail Salon/Lounge of the YearA well designed establishment that offers, mainly or exclusively, nail beautification or hand and foot services for men and women
Customer service excellence award - Salon
An individual responsible for ensuring all aspects of customer care are accommodated, and how they monitor and develop this aspect of service excellence for the business
Best hotel salon of the year
Standalone/ chain Hotel salon with an exceptional customer service and business growth in the year 2017 - 2018
Unisex Salon of the year
Supplier Excellence Awards
Products/ Equipments/ tools supplier of the year – Salon/ Spa
Salon/ spa product, equipment and tools supplier company which has maximum client base in India, thus rendering standardization to salon systems and services
Equipments/ tools supplier of the year – Fitness
Fitness equipment and tools supplier company which has maximum client base in India, thus rendering standardization to fitness systems and services
Best technology supplier for salon/ Spa
Technology supplier/IT company that has developed unique technological interventions to improve the various aspects of running a salon/ Spa profitably
Salon/ spa furniture supplier of the year
Salon/ spa furniture supplier which has maximum client base in India, thus rendering standardization to salon/ spa systems and services
Nutritional supplements supplier of the year
Nutritional supplements supplier which has maximum client base in India
Best creative resource supplier of the year
Training school/ beauty institute producing the best beauty professionals in India
Ayush Enterprise Awards
Customer service excellence award - AYUSH
Person responsible for ensuring all aspects of customer care are accommodated, and how they monitor and develop this aspect of service excellence for the business
Entrepreneurial excellence award for AYUSH leadership
Entrepreneurial leadership style of the business owner/s related to the well-being and satisfaction of their employees. The key considerations include an assessment of their internal systems
National Yoga chain of the year
A yoga chain, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture
Regional Yoga center of the year
A yoga center, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture in a particular region
National traditional medicine chain of the year
An Unani/ Siddha/ Homeopathy chain, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture
Regional traditional medicine center of the year
Unani/ Siddha/ Homeopathy centers, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture in a particular region
National Ayurvedic center of the year
Regional Ayurvedic center of the year
Fitness Enterprise Awards
Customer service excellence award – Fitness
Person responsible for ensuring all aspects of customer care are accommodated, and how they monitor and develop this aspect of service excellence for the business
Entrepreneurial excellence award for Fitness leadership
Entrepreneurial leadership style of the business owner/s related to the well-being and satisfaction of their employees. The key considerations include an assessment of their internal systems
Regional standalone fitness business entity of the year
Fitness business entity which has a unique and innovative culture, team and service that make it a highly successful business venture
National fitness chain of the year
A boutique fitness chain which has a unique and innovative culture, team and service that make it a highly successful business venture
Regional fitness chain of the year
A fitness center, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture in a particular region
Fit Celeb Of The Year
This award recognizes an individual with a comprehensive understanding of the fitness industry who goes above and beyond in his/ her role as a leader. This category is open to all Fit celebrity from any industry.
Best Gym (national)
A multi-gym chain, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture all over India.
Best Gym (regional)
A multi-gym chain, developed under a single brand name which has a unique and innovative culture, team, systems and strategies that make it a highly successful business venture in a particular region
Best Fitness Gear Of The Year
Brands are engineering new kinds of workout clothing and tools tailored for distinct activities: high-intensity training shorts, mobility devices, sport-specific sunglasses, and more.
Best Activewear Brand
A lot is happening in the world of Activewear. We're not talking about basic athleisure gear here. Therefore this category introduced for the recognition of Activewear as Crazy flattering cuts, hyper-technical fabrics, and unexpected fashion collaborations set them apart.
Nutrition Brand Of The Year
Best nutrition dedicated to enhancing performance, boosting recovery, or aiding endurance.
Fitness Innovator Of The Year
This award honors an inventor, formulator, or out-of-the-box thinker who has introduced a new method, technology, or product in Fitness Industry.
Role Model In Fitness
This Award recognises who exemplify the best within themselves and others, and are recognised as a role model for their achievements.
Innovation In Gym Equipment
This Award recognizes controversial ideas & new products innovations done in the field of gym Equipments.
OMEF (Ordinary Men, Extraordinary Fitness)
Aesthetics
Customer service excellence award – Aesthetics
Person responsible for ensuring all aspects of customer care are accommodated, and how they monitor and develop this aspect of service excellence for the business
Aesthetics chain of the year
A boutique beauty treatments/ aesthetics chain which has a unique and innovative culture, team and service that make it a highly successful business venture
Debutant Aesthetics player of the year
A beauty treatments/ aesthetics business entity having commenced its operations not more than a year ago (From January 2017 - 2018)
Entrepreneurial excellence award for Aesthetics leadership
Entrepreneurial leadership style of the business owner/s related to the well-being and satisfaction of their employees. The key considerations include an assessment of their internal systems
Aesthetic Player of the Year - Regional
Recognising the effectiveness of an aesthetic player in a region
Aesthetic Player of the Year - National
Recognising the effectiveness of an aesthetic player in a region
Outstanding contribution to the Aesthetics Industry
An individual / enterprise that has made significant and lasting contributions to the aesthetics industry
Wellness Food & Beverages Awards
Debutant Nutritional Supplement of the year
Nutritional supplement launched not more than a year ago (From January 2017 - 2018)
Nutritional Supplement of the year
Nutritional supplement known to provide nutrients that may otherwise not be consumed in sufficient quantities
Special Categories
Promotion of wellness by State tourism
State tourism bodies or boards promoting wellness as a prime objective of the government of tourism
Interiors and Ambience for the beauty wellness enterprise
A wellness enterprise or chain for its outstanding design and ambience
Professional Service provider of the year
Individual in the wellness sector providing specialized consultancy services to enterprises for better functioning of their business
Wellness enterprise of the year
A wellness enterprise or chain has shown a remarkable growth and has demonstrated best service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Hair Trend Pioneer of the Year
Enterprise with a style or product that has gained instant popularity with the masses
Concept of the Year
Recognising a unique concept in the Health, Beauty & Wellness Sector
Female Professional of the Year
Recognising contribution towards the Health, Beauty & wellness Sector
Male Professional of the Year
Recognising contribution towards the Health, Beauty & wellness Sector
Lifetime achievement award
Salon owner/ professional who has achieved extraordinary success through managerial innovation, entrepreneurship, and has contributed significantly to the overall growth of the beauty services industry in India
Best HR practice of the year
Person responsible for ensuring all aspects of customer care are accommodated through consistent and trained staff and how they monitor and develop this aspect of service excellence for the business.
Makeup Artist of the Year
The industry's finest artists who apply make-up and style hair for people appearing on camera or in front of live audience.
Best Use of Technology
Business that has used technology in a way to develop new markets or products, and they have made significant positive contributions to the beauty & wellness industry.
