{"id":89226,"date":"2026-05-02T19:50:43","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T19:50:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diyhaven858.wasmer.app\/index.php\/nb100-key-dates-and-application\/"},"modified":"2026-05-02T19:50:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T19:50:43","slug":"nb100-key-dates-and-application","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diyhaven858.wasmer.app\/index.php\/nb100-key-dates-and-application\/","title":{"rendered":"NB100: Key Dates and Application"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">For the past 20 years, NewBeauty has been at the forefront of identifying leading beauty brands of the future. Early on, NewBeauty identified and covered now-household names such as IT Cosmetics, Drunk Elephant, True Botanicals, Tatcha and more. As we look ahead, we\u2019re ready to discover the next big hits.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">The NB100 initiative serves to identify and highlight the next big brands in beauty through a rigorous process of interviews, in-depth analysis, research and expert insight. All submissions will be individually assessed based on growth, innovation and impact, and evaluated by a team of NewBeauty editors and trusted advisors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2 id=\"key-dates\" class=\"font-canela mb-4 mt-8 text-2xl font-light leading-tight text-black md:text-3xl\">Key Dates<\/h2>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\"><strong class=\"font-semibold\">Early application opens: May<\/strong> 1, 2026 ($299)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\"><strong class=\"font-semibold\">General applications open:<\/strong> May 18, 2026 ($499)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\"><strong class=\"font-semibold\">Application deadline: <\/strong>June 30, 2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">APPLY FOR NB100 NOW<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"selection-criteria\" class=\"font-canela mb-4 mt-8 text-2xl font-light leading-tight text-black md:text-3xl\">Selection Criteria<\/h2>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">In order to be named an NB100 winner, companies must demonstrate the following:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-6 ml-6 list-disc space-y-2 text-gray-800\">\n<li class=\"pl-2 leading-relaxed\">A unique brand identity<\/li>\n<li class=\"pl-2 leading-relaxed\">A meaningful value proposition<\/li>\n<li class=\"pl-2 leading-relaxed\">Dedication to high-quality products<\/li>\n<li class=\"pl-2 leading-relaxed\">Consistent investment in product development<\/li>\n<li class=\"pl-2 leading-relaxed\">Proven track record of growth<\/li>\n<li class=\"pl-2 leading-relaxed\">Strong consumer following<\/li>\n<li class=\"pl-2 leading-relaxed\">Dedication to communities and consumers the brand serves<\/li>\n<li class=\"pl-2 leading-relaxed\">Strong leadership team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">Winning a NB100 honor holds significant weight in the industry, so the selection process is extensive and thorough. NewBeauty will accept applications between May 1 and June 30, 2026. Brands will be asked to complete the application with all relevant information to help differentiate their business from others. NewBeauty\u2019s assessment committee will begin its extensive research process to identify brands that will move on to stage two, the virtual interview portion of the assessment. Brands selected for stage two will attend a virtual interview with a NewBeauty assessment committee member to discuss the brand and why it should be awarded. NewBeauty will select up to 100 winning brands across skin care, hair care, wellness, ingestibles, beauty tools, and cosmetics.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"who-can-apply\" class=\"font-canela mb-4 mt-8 text-2xl font-light leading-tight text-black md:text-3xl\">Who can apply?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">Companies founded on or after January 1, 2020.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-apply\" class=\"font-canela mb-4 mt-8 text-2xl font-light leading-tight text-black md:text-3xl\">Why apply?<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"winner-coverage\" class=\"font-canela mb-3 mt-6 text-xl font-light leading-tight text-black md:text-2xl\">Winner Coverage<\/h3>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">NB100 Class of 2026 will be announced in the winter issue of NewBeauty. Brands who are awarded with the NB100 designation will also receive extensive coverage across NewBeauty\u2019s platforms, including coverage on NewBeauty.com, mentions and posts on NewBeauty\u2019s various social media platforms, callouts to NewBeauty\u2019s email subscribers, and more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">It is NewBeauty\u2019s goal to ensure all of our beauty-obsessed readers get to know NB100 winners and why they were selected. In addition to consumer-facing coverage, NewBeauty will announce NB100 winners to industry leaders and change-makers, including major beauty-focused venture capital firms, key buyers across major retailers, M&amp;A leads at major beauty companies, and leading private equity firms.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">Every company that applies will be vetted by NewBeauty\u2019s editorial team and trusted team of advisors and experts. Finalists will be featured on a dedicated section on NewBeauty.com with a company profile and quote from the company founder(s).<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"brand-seal\" class=\"font-canela mb-3 mt-6 text-xl font-light leading-tight text-black md:text-2xl\">Brand Seal<\/h3>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">Display the esteemed \u201cNB100\u201d seal on your website and marketing materials, proudly showcasing your achievements among the early-stage beauty brands in the market.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-apply\" class=\"font-canela mb-4 mt-8 text-2xl font-light leading-tight text-black md:text-3xl\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"complete-your-nb100-registration-below\" class=\"font-canela mb-3 mt-6 text-xl font-light leading-tight text-black md:text-2xl\">Complete your NB100 registration below:<\/h3>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\">APPLY FOR NB100 NOW<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-md mb-6 leading-relaxed text-gray-500\"><em class=\"italic\">Have any questions or concerns? 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