A night of glitz, glamour and greatness as Ghana Beauty Awards turns 10

Beauty and elegance were in full display as Ghana’s beauty industry gathered for a night of glamour, celebration and recognition at the 10th anniversary edition of the Ghana Beauty Awards, held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra on Friday, November 6.

From stunning fashion statements and breathtaking looks to inspiring stories of innovation and entrepreneurship, the milestone event lived up to its promise, bringing together some of the country’s finest talents and influential personalities under one roof.

Held under the theme ‘The Legacy Era’, the anniversary celebration was not just about dazzling appearances and memorable moments on the red carpet. It was also an opportunity to reflect on a decade of progress, recognise industry trailblazers and celebrate the individuals and businesses shaping the future of Ghana’s beauty and wellness sector.

The occasion attracted an impressive gathering of dignitaries and celebrities, including Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie; Kofi Okyere Darko; beauty entrepreneur Hamamat Montia; and actress Martha Ankomah. The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, was represented by Shamima Muslim.

Television personality Berla Mundi steered proceedings as the evening honoured established industry players, celebrated emerging talents and recognised businesses whose contributions continue to drive the sector forward.

For Makeup Ghana CEO and awards organiser Rebecca Donkor, the 10-year milestone represented much more than a decade of glamorous ceremonies and trophies. She described the Ghana Beauty Awards as an initiative that has grown into an important platform for professional development, industry standards, training, certification, investment and business support.

Reflecting on the journey, she noted that the vision was initially to create a platform that celebrated excellence, but the evolving needs of the industry demanded something much bigger.

“Today, when you look back at this journey, you see far more than 10 years of red carpets, celebrations and trophies. We see an industry that has evolved,” she said.

Hon. Gomashie, in her remarks, commended Donkor and her team for their dedication and perseverance in sustaining the initiative over the past decade. She also encouraged Ghanaians to support locally developed businesses and entrepreneurs whose visions could create lasting legacies.

The night also celebrated outstanding achievements across the industry. Ida Osei Tutu of Idazzle Beauty and Chelsea Ogbonna of Chelsea Blaq both received recognition in the Makeup Artist of the Year category.

Among the other winners, Skin Gourmet emerged as Brand of the Year, Lyvv Cosmetics took home Skincare Brand of the Year, while Kuura Beauty was named Hair Brand of the Year. Zaina Kahi of Zynk Aesthetic Clinic and Zynk Cosmetics received the Female Entrepreneur of the Year award, with Mark White of Studio 623 named Male Entrepreneur of the Year.

Other award recipients included Theophilus Asamoah Yeboah of MotionandStills, who won Photographer of the Year; Maison Yusif Fragrance, which received Best Perfume/Oil/Fragrance; and We Naturals, named Manufacturing Company of the Year.

The ceremony also paid tribute to industry pioneers through honorary and lifetime achievement awards. Among those recognised were Hajia Safia Alhassan Andani of Pagsung Cosmetics, Sarah Afia Brago Adomako of S-Nash Beauty Care, Jocelyn Prempeh of Sterling Links Enterprise and Yvonne Mills of J’Nissi Skin Repair and Laser Centre.

Hon. Gomashie received an Honorary Award, while Doreen Thomas Manieson of X’el School of Cosmetology and Joyce Fahene Acquaye of Fasti Body and Hair Care were honoured with Lifetime Achievement Awards.

Additional recognitions went to Wilhermina Zinentah of Feel Natural, Reviv Ghana Limited, Adjoa Yeboah Clothing, Nguvu Shea Care and Faruza Yakubu of FYGLAM, among others.

Gospel singer, Joe Mettle, Kwabena Kwabena, Adina and other artistes added a musical touch to the occasion.

The 10th anniversary also provided the platform for the launch of the Beauty and Wellness Report, an initiative aimed at highlighting developments within the industry.

Supported by Royal Senchi Hotel, Windisun Energy, Caveman, Tigon Creative Studios and other partners, the landmark celebration underscored how far Ghana’s beauty and wellness industry has come.

Indeed, while the evening dazzled with beauty, fashion and entertainment, its greatest significance lay in the legacy it celebrated: ten years of creating opportunities, recognising talent and building an industry where Ghanaian creativity and enterprise continue to flourish.