All your questions answered here – check back as we will continue to add as more questions come in!
ENTRIES FOR 2026 IS NOW CLOSED!
Good luck to everyone who entered this year! Stayed tuned on who your 2026 finalists are and when voting begins!
VOTING FAQ
When does voting begin?
Stay tuned for the date. Voting is not open yet.
How to Vote
- Vote in one category or all of them — it’s up to you!
- Click the checkbox on any image to cast your vote.
- You can vote for up to five images per category.
- Voting for a specific stylist? Use the search bar to find them by their handle.
Are my votes saved?
Yes! Votes are saved instantly.
There is no submit button — once you click the checkbox, your vote is saved in real time. You can return at any time before the deadline to continue voting or make changes.
Do I have to vote for exactly five images in each category?
Nope! You can vote for up to five images in each category, but you don’t have to use all five. Whether you vote for one, three, or five — every vote counts. You can vote in just one category or all of them — it’s totally up to you.
When does voting begin?
Stay tuned for the date. Voting is not open yet.
How to Vote
- Vote in one category or all of them — it’s up to you!
- Click the checkbox on any image to cast your vote.
- You can vote for up to five images per category.
- Voting for a specific stylist? Use the search bar to find them by their handle.
Are my votes saved?
Yes! Votes are saved instantly.
There is no submit button — once you click the checkbox, your vote is saved in real time. You can return at any time before the deadline to continue voting or make changes.
Do I have to vote for exactly five images in each category?
Nope! You can vote for up to five images in each category, but you don’t have to use all five. Whether you vote for one, three, or five — every vote counts. You can vote in just one category or all of them — it’s totally up to you.
NOMINEE FAQ
CONGRATULATIONS! You are part of The Class of 2026!
With entries from MORE THAN 120 countries in our #ONESHOT Hair Awards competition, you are a finalist in the LARGEST hairdressing award show in the world.
As a 2026 #ONESHOT nominee, you are invited to be our guest at the show by receiving a FREE TICKET to The BTC Show and to the #ONESHOT Hair Awards.
Every Nominee will receive:
- Free Three-Day General Admission Ticket to The BTC Show – valued at $495. (You may upgrade to add more classes or better stage seating.)
- Free #ONESHOT Hair Awards General Admission Ticket – valued at $100. (You may upgrade ticket for better seating.)
- To redeem your free ticket, you will receive a unique code in the profile of your #ONESHOT account (oneshothairawards.com). A unique code means that this code is exclusive to you and can only be used ONCE, so please do not share. Once you have your code in hand, click on the link below and purchase your ticket.
- Everyone will receive an email within one week of being announced a finalist with instructions on how to access your code and other great information.
- If you do not receive your code within one week – immediately reach out to our customer service team here.
- If you have already purchased a ticket and need a refund you can email our team to get that refund by clicking here.
- Invitation to an exclusive #ONESHOT Hair Awards Nominee Party! We will celebrate your nomination at an exclusive affair the evening of Saturday, August 22 at Omni, Fort Lauderdale. Your invitation will come via email in August.
- #ONESHOT NOMINEE Goody Bag!*
- #ONESHOT NOMINEE Badge – Your exclusive badge for the weekend.*
- #ONESHOT NOMINEE Gallery – Your image to be featured prominently in a gallery of all nominated images.
- 2026 #ONESHOT Yearbook – Featuring your Top 25 and Top 100 images. You will receive only one yearbook with your nomination – to order more click here. The more you buy, the more you save! *
- All #ONESHOT rewards are final and non-transferrable.
What if I can’t attend the show?
We would love for every nominee to celebrate with us in person, but we understand not everyone can travel to the show.
You must be present at the BTC Show/#ONESHOT Awards to receive your nominee goody bag, badge and FREE yearbook. These are only distributed onsite and are not mailed to nominees who are not present.
If you WIN your #ONESHOT category and are not present, we will mail your award to you after the show so you can still celebrate your achievement!
We hope to see you there!
I’m an international attendee and need an invitation for my visa. How do acquire that?
We’re so excited to have you join us! Please use the links below to download your exclusive invitations to The BTC Show and the #ONESHOT Hair Awards, which you may use to support your visa application.
Visa Invitation for BTC Show Attendees
Visa Invitation for #ONESHOT Attendees
Hotel Options:
You can book at our host hotel, Omni Fort Lauderdale, by clicking here! (Be sure to book your stay through our exclusive booking link for the best rates.)
Need a roommate? Click here to find a fellow solo attendee to room with in our Facebook group!
Final Checklist:
- Celebrate! You’re a 2026 #ONESHOT Nominee!
- Get your artwork ready to share for voting. (Instructions here!)
- Pre-order extra yearbooks here! (Pick up at show.)
- Familiarize yourself with the BTC SHOW schedule.
- Access your FREE Tickets by going to your #ONESHOT profile (at oneshothairawards.com) for your UNIQUE code. Problems? Contact us here!
- Book your hotel!