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PRESENTS FEBRUARY 1 - 3, 2020 COMPETITION RULE BOOK
DEFINITIONS OF COMPETITIONS LEVELS:
• Open: Means all ages and all ability levels (students / apprentices / new talent / new
competitor/ experienced professionals and seasoned competitors).
• Level A: Is proposed for either students, apprentices, new talents or experienced
professionals just getting started in competitions. Experienced competitors should
refrain from entering these competitions.
• Level AA: Is proposed for experienced competitors confident in their skills and ready
to take it to the next level. Anyone can enter if they feel they can compete at an AA
level.
• Photo Ready Finish: In the days of social media where every event is shared live by
both the artists and the model (client). The judges will evaluate the finished product
both as seen live and then as seen on screen after a professional photo is taken.
• Before and After: A before picture will be taken just before the competition starts
and an after photo will be taken at the end of the competition. The judges will use
both photos to qualify the work being done in terms of difficulty level and finished
quality.
• Team Competition: A team competition is where the entire team is judged as one,
so if the competition asks for hair, nails, makeup and fashion – each aspect will be
judged individually and then as a total look, but only the total mark will decide the
winner; unless noted otherwise in the specific competition rules.
If you have any questions regarding competitions, we invite you to contact us either
by email at events@abacanada.com, via our Facebook or Instagram Page @
ABACanada or call us at 1.800.268.6644.
To register for a competition please go to
https://www.abacanada.com/pages/wobmc
which will direct you to a Shopify page where you can pay for your registration online.
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ENTRY FEES
• Saturday’s Demonstration: Bridal Fashion Show and Hair Color Fashion Show. Note
that if you are an active ABA member you benefit from a $50 discount on the show
registration fees, the member fee is $200. If not, the non-member price is $250 (this
includes a one-year membership for one person and the show registration. If you
register for more than one show you need only to pay the non-member price once
and then register to all other competitions at the member price).
• OPEN AND LEVEL AA COMPETITIONS: Note that if you are an active ABA member
you benefit from a $50 discount on the show registration fees, the member fee is
$100. If not, the non-member price is $150 (this includes a one-year membership
for one person and the show registration. If you register for more than one show
you need only to pay the non-member price once and then register to all other
competitions at the member price).
• LEVEL A COMPETITIONS: Thanks to a very generous sponsorship by PIVOT POINT,
the entry fees are waived. BUT, competitors must register for the competition in
advance. Note that only pre-registered participants will be allowed to compete, no
waiting list nor on-site registration will be allowed.
• BE FAIR….DO NOT REGISTER IF YOU ARE NOT 100% CERTAIN TO ATTEND – YOU’D BE
TAKING SOMEONE ELSE’S PLACE AND WASTING EVERYONE’S TIME AND MONEY
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GENERAL RULES FOR ALL ABA COMPETITIONS:
1. MODELS: When a model is required, all competitors must bring a live Female,
Male, or otherwise specified model fourteen (14) years of age or older as well as their
tools & products in order to participate. Both the competitor and the model must
sign a waiver and/or model release form (available at check-in) to be approved to
compete.
2. MODELS: Must wear capes during cutting and styling: -1 Demerit point or failure.
3. MODELS: Must refrain from using blow dryers or arranging their own hair with fingers:
-1 Demerit for failure.
4. ELECTRICITY: You have access to one electrical plug. Only one tool can be plugged
in at a time. Power bars are not allowed.
5. MOVING FOR JUDGING: When asked to move a model to a different area for
judging, the competitor will be given exactly 1 minute /60 seconds to ensure the
model is moved. If needed the judges may allow a supplementary minute for fixing of
fallen hair (comb/brush/hairspray only).
6. AUDIENCE HELP: Coaching or directions from the audience will result in -5 Demerit
points.
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7. JUDGING: Judges will use the Guidelines to Ranking:
Four Criterion to Scoring:
a) Competition Quality/Technical Excellence (Workmanship Skills)
b) Suitability (to the category and models’ head/face structure)
c) Creativity and Colour (Degrees of new creativity, use of colour to enhance haircut and
style)
d) Model presentation
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition.
We recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any
competitions.
8. SCORES: All scores are based on the international 30-point system. Range from 20-30
points.
**NOTICE OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Photographs of various people and activities will be taken
from time to time in this ABA competition location(s). Please be aware that you may be
photographed during your visit to our event without any further notice. By entering this
ABA event location you understand that your image may appear in various forms of
media; you agree to the use of your image without compensation or notice; and you
further release Allied Beauty Association Inc. and their agents from any liability arising
from your presence in the ABA event location. Any photographs taken of your work may
also may appear in various forms of media; you agree to the use of your image without
compensation or notice; and you further release Allied Beauty Association Inc. and their
agents from any liability arising from your presence in the ABA event location.
For a All Competitions:
DEMERITS: Please refer to the general rules for all other regulations and demerits. Sages
on the competition floor will give demerits. Commissionaire will review demerits and a
collective majority will result in the final demerits to be handed in to the tabulator by the
Commissionaire. The tabulator will deduct the demerits from final score.
The decisions of the Sages and Judges are final.
COMPETITION DEMERIT OUTLINE:
• Indecent Attire -3
• Attire out of category -2
• Coaching from the audience -5
• Latecomers up to 5 minutes -5
• Misconduct or arguing with judges -2
• Not stopping when time is called -2
• Tools penalty: Up to -3
• Any infraction from rules -1
• Model not facing mirror -1
• Hairstyle out of category -3
• Colour out of category -3
• Haircutting: no change in length: Up to -5
• Pre-cutting per area: Up to -5
• Hair not combed back or wet evenly: Up to -2
• Hairpieces or extensions -4
• Long hair length too short: Up to -3
• Hair not brushed through -3
• Ornament made from hair -3 up to -5
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ABA TRANSFORMATION / CORRECTIVE / SPECIAL EFFECT MAKEUP
PHOTO READY
CATEGORY: Makeup Artistry
LEVEL: Level AA
FAST AGEING MAKEUP – 50 YEARS OLDER
Makeup is an art whereby an artist can drastically transform, correct, enhance, reshape,
alter and modify someone’s features, in a realistic look that is both wearable and photo
ready. Judges will be looking for Technique, Corrective Application, Colour Enhancement,
Fashion Effect, Creativity, Originality and Overall Model Presentation.
In this competition the makeup artist must achieve a believable aging of a person by
seemingly 5 decades. The gender of the model is up to the makeup artist, but the makeup
final look should not change the gender perception of the model. At completion of
makeup the model cape must be removed, and the clothing must be in accordance with
the look completed. Please note: this is a FULL FACE makeup look.
This competition is open to Level AA experienced competitors confident in their skills and
ready to take it to the next level.
There is limited space available, pre-registration is required. Competitors will be accepted
on a first come, first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk
at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their
place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. REPORT TO FLOOR: Models must report to their positions and must be draped and
ready for the competition with face cleaned and free from the neck up of any
cosmetics, moisturizers and any type of false lashes (–1 to –3 Demerit points). Photo
of each model will be taken before competition starts.
2. START HAIR: Model’s hair must be 100% pulled back off the face in a ponytail or
simple bun when arriving to the competition floor (–2 Demerit points).
3. START TIME: Competitors will be removed from the competition floor after they
have set up their workspace to allow Judges to preview the model’s faces prior
to makeup application. Upon the time the Judges complete their previewing, the
competition will begin.
4. PROSTHESIS: Usage of prosthesis is allowed, all prothesis must be applied during the
competition, any that are applied before competition may cause disqualification of
the competitor or at least -5 demerit points.
5. TOOLS: The competitor will provide all working tools and be responsible for his/
her own model. No personal makeup trolleys, stools or chairs are allowed (–1 to -5
Demerit points).
6. MAKEUP: The competitor will provide all makeup. No assistants allowed to assist on
the floor (-1 to -5 Demerit points).
7. FINISHED HAIR: Models hair must be styled, a wig or a hat may be added to create
the aged look desired. (-1 to -3 Demerit points
8. CLOTHING: Total look must be presented. No nudity allowed (-2 to -3 Demerit
points).
9. DURING: Talking between the artist/model is allowed, softly & professionally without
being disruptive (-5 Demerit points).
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10. JUDGING: Will be done in 2 stages – on the final physical look and on a photo
seen from a tablet. Please read the general competition rules for definition of
Photo Ready Finish. Skills being judged are: Creativity, Workmanship,
Precision, Harmony and Cleanliness.
11. COMPETITION: Time to complete the look is 90 minutes. Judges will use
the Guidelines to Ranking Scores; four criterions for Judging Makeup:
1. Technique (foundations)
2. Corrective Application (foundations)
3. Color Enhancement (finish)
4. Fashion Effect and Overall Presentation
**The following photos are for reference only**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition.
We recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any
competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria
are NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION
DIRECTOR ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
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ABA 3D NAIL ART CHALLENGE
CANADIAN FAUNA / FLORA
ON LIVE MODEL HAND / PHOTO READY
CATEGORY: Nails Artistry
LEVEL: Level AA
In today’s Social Media world, creativity and workmanship are two very important skills in
order to develop a solid and faithful clientele. Many customers are looking for innovative
designs, seasonal themes and why not make a political or artistic statement.
This 3D Nail Art Challenge is your opportunity to demonstrate your creativity and
impress the judges and the audience with your creativity and technical skills. As hands,
and especially nails, are continually showcased on Instagram and Facebook, in this
competition it is expected that the nail tech artist will create a photo ready nail art design
that explores the mandated theme #FAUNAFLORA.
This nail art creation should reflect the artist’s own interpretation of CANADIAN
#FAUNAFLORA for flawless photo ops.
This competition is open to Level AA experienced competitors confident in their skills and
ready to take it to the next level.
There is limited space available, pre-registration is required. Competitors will be accepted
on a first come, first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk
at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their
place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. PRE-WORK: A 100 words max text must be prepared to explain the idea process and
the concept to be unveiled – this text will be presented to the Judges at time of
judging.
2. NAILS: One hand must be completed prior to the competition and kept covered to
create an element of surprise with the finished look. ONLY ONE HAND is done during
the competition.
3. ARTWORK: All artwork must be done on site on the hand to be done. No pre-artwork
allowed, nails must be bare of polish and adornments; but fully formed and filed.
4. NAIL BASE: Nail base must already be done prior to competition (no shaping/
cutting), this is a painting and embellishment competition (-3 Demerit points).
5. IMPORTANT: All 5 fingers do not have to be identical, but they must be an ensemble
and respect the theme – FAUNA / FLORA
6. PRODUCT: All work must be done by Gel paint, hand painting only. No airbrushing,
stamping, Acrylic polish or Acrylic paint allowed. Only Gel paint and nail polish may
be used (-3 Demerit points).
7. TOOLS & PRODUCT: All products and tools are to be supplied by the competitor.
8. EMBELLISHMENT: This is a 3D competition so embellishments such as decorative
items, art pieces, jewels, stones, studs, beads, glitters, etc. must be utilized on
all fingers (- 3 demerits points).
9. SPRAY: No spray of any sort can be used.
10. SIZE: The finished look of each nail cannot exceed the following dimensions: width
2cm, height 1.5cm, length 4cm (-1 to -5 Demerit points).
11. MODEL: Model CANNOT assist in work - applying nail polish, filing, holding tools, etc
(-3 Demerit points).
12. COMPETITION TIME: You have exactly 60 minutes to finish your work.
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13. JUDGING: Judging based on originality, visual interest, presentation, balance,
design, detail, overall impression, complexity, workmanship.
14. JUDGING: Will be done in 2 stages – on the final physical look and on a photo
seen from a tablet. Please read the general competition rules for definition
of Photo Ready Finish. Skills being judged are: Creativity, Workmanship, Precision,
Harmony and Cleanliness.
**The following photos are for reference only**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition.
We recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any
competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria
are NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION
DIRECTOR ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
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ABA WOMEN’S TREND CUT, STYLE AND FASHION
ON A LIVE MODEL
CATEGORY: Women’s
LEVEL: Level AA
The competitor has the complete freedom to design and create a women’s trend cut
using a LIVE MODEL. Trend Cut and Style must be reflecting the commercial editorial
trends of the current season as seen in international fashion magazines or on the runways
of major fashion shows. Finish the total look with women’s fashion styling to complete your
interpretation of this category.
IMPORTANT: Trend Cut & Style IS NOT equivalent to OMC Progressive.
This cut must show excellent workmanship in the technical haircutting skills and the stylist
may use up to 3 colours including the base colour to enhance their cut. The combination
of technical excellence in the cut, supported by the colour and the quality of finishing are
extremely important design elements in creating a winning look.
This competition is open to Level AA experienced competitors confident in their skills and
ready to take it to the next level.
There is a limited space available, pre-registration is required, competitors will be
accepted on a first come, first served basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA
registration desk at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late,
they may forfeit their place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. HAIR: All 5 areas of model’s hair must be cut by at least 1 inch (2.5cm) during
the competition, -1 demerit per area not cut will be taken. Competitor must show
a transformation in the model’s hair. The Sages will pre-inspect model’s hair prior to
the competition and visually during to be sure all areas are cut.
2. COLOUR: All Commercial Color is permitted – color must be pre-done (no color
done during competition). No Chalk, powder, glitter, sparkles or spray colors are
allowed at the competition (-5 Demerit points)
3. EXTENSIONS / ACCESSORIES: Usage of extensions, hair pieces, accessories,
adornments are prohibited (-1 to -3 Demerits points)
4. TOOLS AND PRODUCT: All tools and styling products are allowed and are provided
by the contestant. Straight razors are allowed. Competitor must reload a new razor
in the presence of a Sage and dispose that razor in a container provided at the end
of the competition.
5. CLOTHING: Must fit the overall theme and presentation. Clothing will be judged as
part of the Total Look.
6. MAKEUP: Model must wear makeup that is compatible with the finished look
presented, final touch-ups are allowed – but only if performed by artists, model is not
allowed to touch-up her own makeup. Makeup will be judged as part of the final
look.
7. COMPETITION TIME: 45 Minutes will be given to complete this competition. Arriving
late will result in demerits and arriving more than 5 minutes will result in a forfeit.
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**The following photos are for reference only**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition.
We recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any
competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria
are NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION
DIRECTOR ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
10ABA MEN’S TREND CUT, STYLE AND FASHION
TOTAL LOOK ON LIVE MODEL
CATEGORY: Men’s
LEVEL: Level AA
Men’s trends are evolving; therefore, the pompadour style is not as much in demand
anymore. In 2020 we are following the barbering trends toward more of a lifestyle
evolution…bringing us to this revised competition that will test the competitor’s ability to
design and execute a fresh new haircut cut & style for today’s trending man. Finish the total
look with men’s fashion styling to complete your interpretation of this category. BARBERS
AND HAIRDRESSERS ARE INVITED TO COMPETE IN THIS CATEGORY.
The Judges will be using the Guidelines to Ranking and will be looking for Technical
excellence, Suitability, Creativity and Color and Model presentation.
This competition is open to Level AA, experienced competitors confident in their skills.
There is limited space available, pre-registration is required. Competitors will be accepted
on a first come, first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk
at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their
place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. HAIR: All 5 areas of model’s hair must be cut at the competition, -1 demerit per
area not cut will be given. Competitor must show a transformation in the model’s
hair. The Sages will pre-inspect model’s hair prior to the competition and visually
during to be sure all areas are cut.
2. COLOUR: All Commercial Color is permitted – color must be pre-done (no color,
sprays, chalk, pens, glitters or sparkles done during competition).
3. TOOLS AND PRODUCT: All tools and styling products are allowed and are provided
by the contestant. Straight razors are allowed. Competitor must reload a new razor
in the presence of a Sage and dispose that razor in a container provided at the end
of the competition.
4. CLOTHING: Must fit the overall theme and presentation. Clothing will be judged as
part of the Total Look.
5. COMPETITION TIME: 30 Minutes will be given to complete this competition. Arriving
late will result in demerits and arriving more than 5 minutes will result in a forfeit.
**The following photo is for reference only**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition. We
recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria
are NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION
DIRECTOR ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
11ABA GLAMOUR / BRIDAL MAKEUP
DAYTIME PHOTO READY FINISH
CATEGORY: Bridal Makeup
LEVEL: Open to all levels
Every bride wants to look picture perfect on her special day. Makeup is a large part of the
day. This competition allows the makeup artist to create a photo ready daytime makeup
design suited for the everyday glamorous bride.
This makeup should reflect the artist’s own interpretation as to how to enhance cosmetic
highlights, contour and shades for the models’ face structure & features and coordinate
with the photo ready daytime bridal theme. Ethnic type bridal makeup is also allowed.
The Judges will be looking for Technique, Corrective Application, Colour enhancement,
Fashion Effect and overall model presentation. The same model can be used in the Bridal
Long Hair Competition.
This competition is open to all levels of experience of aesthetician, cosmetologist, makeup
artist, hairstylist, student or professional, with training and experience in makeup artistry as
well as new competitors and seasoned competitors.
There is limited space available, pre-registration is required. Competitors will be accepted
on a first come, first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk
at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their
place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. REPORT TO FLOOR: Models must report to their positions and must be draped and
ready for the competition with face cleaned and free from the neck up of any
cosmetics, moisturizers and any type of false lashes (–1 to –3 Demerit points).
2. HAIR: Model’s hair must be 100% pulled back off the face in a ponytail or simple bun
when arriving to the competition floor (–2 Demerit points).
3. START TIME: Competitors will be removed from the competition floor after they have
set up their workspace to allow Judges to preview the model’s faces prior to
makeup application. Upon the time the Judges complete their previewing, the
competition will begin.
4. LASHES: False eyelashes or lashes inserts must be applied DURING COMPETITION
TIME, failure to apply lashes will result in demerits (-2 Demerit points).
5. Talking between the artist/model is allowed, softly & professionally without being
disruptive (-5 Demerit points).
6. MAKEUP: The competitor will provide all makeup.
7. TOOLS: The competitor will provide all working tools and be responsible for his/her
own model. No personal makeup trolleys, stools or chairs are allowed (–1 to -5
Demerit points).
8. No assistants allowed to assist on the floor (-1 to -5 Demerit points).
9. ACCESSORIES / JEWELRY: Both are allowed but must be used as enhancement and
decoration but should not cover entirely more than 10% of the face or neck.
Accessories and Jewelry will not be assessed by judges but will have an impact on
the overall presentation criteria.
10. FINAL HAIR LOOK: The hair will not be considered in the judging and we recommend
that it remains in the slicked back / ponytail look of the beginning.
11. CLOTHING: Total bride design for real everyday brides’ wedding attire (-2 to -3
Demerit points).
1212. JUDGING: Will be done in 2 stages – on the final physical look and on a photo
seen from a tablet. Please read the general competition rules for definition of Photo
Ready Finish. Skills being judged are: Creativity, Workmanship, Precision, Harmony
and Cleanliness.
11. COMPETITION: Time to complete the look is 30 minutes. Judges will use the
Guidelines to Ranking Scores; four criterions for Judging Makeup:
1. Technique (foundations)
2. Corrective Application (foundations)
3. Color Enhancement (finish)
4. Fashion Effect and Overall Presentation
**The following photos are for reference only**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition.
We recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any
competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria
are NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION
DIRECTOR ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
13ABA GLAMOUR / BRIDAL LONG HAIR
READY TO WEAR ON LIVE MODEL - WITH UP TO 3 SURPRISE WISHES
DAYTIME PHOTO READY FINISH
CATEGORY: Bridal Hair
LEVEL: OPEN
This Bridal Long Hair competition allows the stylist to be creative with the freedom to
design and execute a beautiful long hair updo ready to wear for the everyday glamorous
bride. The model hair can be styled all up and/or have some down.
The stylist should keep in mind the brides of today and what they are wearing. Judges
will be using the Guidelines to Ranking and looking for Technical Excellence, Suitability,
Creativity, Colour and Model presentation.
IMPORTANT: Up to 3 “Surprise Wishes” will be announced at the beginning of the
competition. Special Wishes have to be integrated in the total look in a harmonious,
creative and efficient way. Potential wishes are: Twist, Braid, Knot, Side Swept Bangs, Hair
Jewelry, flowers, etc.
This competition is open to all levels of experience of aesthetician, cosmetologist, makeup
artist, hairstylist, student or professional, with training and experience in makeup artistry as
well as new competitors and seasoned competitors.
There is limited space available, preregistration is required. Competitors will be accepted
on a first come, first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk
at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their
place in the competition and their paid entry fee. Please read the general competition
rules for definition of Photo Ready Finish.
RULES:
1. HAIR LENGTH: The Hair must be shoulder length or longer, layers are optional and
the minimum length in layers must be 25cm. Bang area can be no deeper into hair
than 2.5 cm (-1 to -3 Demerit points).
2. HAIR: The model will arrive to competition floor with straight hair, not fixed, styled or
set in any way, demerits will result if this rule is not followed (extensions allowed, see
rules). The Sage and/or Commissionaire will brush through hair in the presence of the
stylist during the pre-check of model’s hair (-2 Demerit points).
3. UP-STYLE: At least 50% of the hair must be styled in an updo fashion, the rest can be
flowing, braided, styled. (-3 Demerit points)
4. TOOLS & PRODUCT: All styling tools & products are allowed and are provided by the
contestant.
5. EXTENSIONS: Hair extensions are allowed and must be added prior to coming on the
competition floor (-4 Demerit points).
6. CUTTING: Competitors may use scissors during the competition to clean up ends
only. No length may change (-2 Demerit points).
7. COLOUR: ONLY 3 colours may be used including the overall base colour (- 3 Demerit
points). All commercial colours are accepted. It is recommended that the stylist
consider current trends for colour and placement as accents to their style, keeping
in mind the newest trends and design principles for bridal hair. No sprays, chalks or
pens of any kind may be applied on the competition floor (-3 Demerit points).
8. SUPPORTS: Adding of any kind of supports or fillers in this competition are not
allowed (-2 Demerit points).
9. HAIRPIECES: Hairpieces are NOT allowed (-4 Demerit points).
1410. ORNAMENTS: Ornaments are allowed and must fit the bridal theme (-3 to -5 Demerit
points). Demerits will result for any resemblance of International fashion long hair design
and/or attire (-3 Demerit points).
11. CLOTHING: Total bridal design for the real everyday bride’s wedding attire (-2 to -3
Demerit Points).
12. COMPETITION TIME: 30 minutes will be given to complete this competition. Arriving late will
result in demerits and arriving more than 5 minutes will result in a forfeit.
13. JUDGING: Will be done in 2 stages – on the final physical look and on a photo seen from a
tablet. Skills being judged are: Creativity, Workmanship, Precision, Harmony and
Cleanliness
**No photographs are supplied so to not influence the competitors nor the judges **
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition. We
recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria are
NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION DIRECTOR
ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
15ABA TRANSFORMATION / CORRECTIVE / SPECIAL EFFECT MAKEUP
PHOTO READY
CATEGORY: Makeup Artistry
LEVEL: Level A – Students / Apprentices / New Talent / New Competitors
GENDER BENDING – HALF MALE / HALF FEMALE
Makeup is an art whereby an artist can drastically transform, correct, enhance, reshape,
alter and modify someone’s features, in a realistic look that is both wearable and photo
ready. Judges will be looking for Technique, Corrective Application, Colour Enhancement,
Fashion Effect, Creativity, Originality and Overall Model Presentation.
In this competition the makeup artist must achieve a half male / half female glamour /
evening look.
This is an above the shoulder look only, clothing will not be evaluated. Recommendation is
that the model is dressed in a monochromatic tone.
This competition is open to Level A makeup artists: students, apprentices, new talents or
experienced professionals just getting started in competitions. Experienced competitors
should refrain from entering those competitions.
There is limited space available, pre-registration is required. Competitors will be accepted
on a first come, first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk
at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their
place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. REPORT TO FLOOR: Models must report to their positions and must be draped and
ready for the competition with face cleaned and free from the neck up of any
cosmetics, moisturizers and any type of false lashes (–1 to –3 Demerit points). Photo
of each model will be taken before competition starts.
2. START TIME: Competitors will be removed from the competition floor after they have
set up their workspace to allow Judges to preview the model’s faces prior to
makeup application. Upon the time the Judges complete their previewing, the
competition will begin.
3. START HAIR: Model’s hair must be 100% pulled back off the face in a ponytail or
simple bun when arriving to the competition floor (–2 Demerit points).
4. PROSTHESIS: Usage of prosthesis is NOT allowed, (-5 demerit points).
5. TOOLS: The competitor will provide all working tools and be responsible for his/her
own model. No personal makeup trolleys, stools or chairs are allowed (–1 to -5
Demerit points).
6. MAKEUP: The competitor will provide all makeup. No assistants allowed to assist on
the floor (-1 to -5 Demerit points).
7. COMPLETE LOOK: Both sides of the face must have makeup applied for a realistic
photo-ready look on either side. (-1 to -3 Demerit points)
8. LASHES: False eyelashes or lashes inserts must be applied DURING COMPETITION
TIME, failure to apply lashes will result in demerits (-2 Demerit points).
9. FINISHED HAIR: Models hair must be styled, a wig, a hair piece or a hat may be
added to create the look desired. (-1 to -3 Demerit points).
10. CLOTHING: Clothing will not be judged, we recommend monochromatic looks,
scoop or deep V-neck top. No nudity allowed (-2 to -3 Demerit points).
11. NAILS / ACCESSORIES: Stick-on nails, jewels or accessories may be used to enhance
the look, but will not be considered in the judging.
1612. Talking between the artist/model is allowed, softly & professionally without being disruptive
(-5 Demerit points).
13. JUDGING: Will be done in 2 stages – on the final physical look and on a photo seen from a
tablet. Please read the general competition rules for definition of Photo Ready Finish. Skills
being judged are: Creativity, Workmanship, Precision, Harmony and Cleanliness.
14. COMPETITION: Time to complete the look is 75 minutes. Judges will use the Guidelines to
Ranking Scores; four criterions for Judging Makeup:
1. Technique (foundations)
2. Corrective Application (foundations)
3. Color Enhancement (finish)
4. Fashion Effect and Overall Presentation
**The following photos are for reference only**
For more inspiration ideas, search the following on google images:
half male half female face make-up
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition. We
recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria are
NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION DIRECTOR
ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
17ABA NAIL ART 2D CHALLENGE
BE MY VALENTINE
ON LIVE MODEL HAND / PHOTO READY
CATEGORY: Nails Artistry
LEVEL: Level A – Students / Apprentices / New Talent / New Competitors
In today’s Social Media world, creativity and workmanship are two very important skills in
order to develop a solid and faithful clientele. Many customers are looking for innovative
designs, seasonal themes and why not make a political or artistic statement.
This Nail Art 2D Challenge is your opportunity to demonstrate your creativity and impress
the judges and the audience with your hand painting skills. As hands, and especially
nails, are continually showcased on Instagram and Facebook, in this competition it is
expected that the nail tech artist will create a photo ready nail art design that explores
the mandated theme #BEMYVALENTINE
This nail art creation should reflect the artist’s own interpretation of #BEMYVALENTINE for
flawless photo ops.
This competition is open to Level A nail artists: students, apprentices, new talents or
experienced professionals just getting started in competitions. Experienced competitors
should refrain from entering those competitions.
There is limited space available, pre-registration is required. Competitors will be accepted
on a first come, first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk
at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their
place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. NAILS: One hand must be completed prior to the competition and kept covered to
create an element of surprise with the finished look. ONLY ONE HAND is done during
the competition.
2. ARTWORK: All artwork must be done on site on the hand to be done. No pre-artwork
allowed, nails must be bare of polish and adornments; but fully formed and filed.
3. NAIL BASE: Nail base must already be done prior to competition (no /shaping/
cutting), this is a painting and flat embellishment competition (stickers, stamps,
glitter, gel) (-3 Demerit points).
4. IMPORTANT: All 5 fingers do not have to be identical, but they must be an ensemble
and respect the theme – BE MY VALENTINE
5. PRODUCT: All work must be done by Gel paint, hand painting only. No airbrushing,
Acrylic polish or Acrylic paint allowed. Only Gel paint and nail polish may be used
(-3 Demerit points).
6. TOOLS & PRODUCT: All products and tools are to be supplied by the competitor.
7. EMBELLISHMENT: This is a 2D competition not 3D, nails are to be flat. Use of gel,
glitter, stamps and stickers can be used to create the final look.
8. SPRAY: No spray of any sort can be used.
9. SIZE: The finished look of each nails cannot exceed the width or height of the nail by
more than 0.5cm and the nail length must be less than 2cm long (-1 to -5 Demerit
points).
10. JUDGING: Judging based on originality, visual interest, presentation, balance,
design, detail, overall impression, complexity, workmanship.
1811. MODEL: Model CANNOT assist in work - applying nail polish, filing, holding tools, etc.
(-3 Demerit points).
12. COMPETITION TIME: You have exactly 45 minutes to finish your work.
13. JUDGING: Will be done in 2 stages – on the final physical look and on a photo seen from
a tablet. Please read the general competition rules for definition of Photo Ready Finish.
Skills being judged are: Creativity, Workmanship, Precision, Harmony and Cleanliness.
**The following photos are for reference only**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition. We
recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria
are NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION
DIRECTOR ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
19ABA TEAM COMPETITION
COUPLE MAKE OVER (HAIR – MAKEUP – FASHION)
CATEGORY: Look Book Photo Ready Competition
LEVEL A – Student or Apprentice Team (max of 3 per team)
In this Couple Make Over Competition, a team of three (3) students from the same
school or three (3) apprentices that form their own team, must create a compelling
couple fashion commercial look as seen in retail stores look books, advertisement, posters,
websites or social media platforms.
The final couple look created must comprise of 2 models (two males, two females or 1
male / 1 female). Each model must have received a full hair style transformation and full
makeup application as well as a complete change of clothing for the reveal in front of
the judges and the photographer.
No haircuts to be performed during the competition.
The look created should be a possible for a retail store campaign for banners such as
RW&Co, Le Chateau, UniQlo, Simons, etc. for a market of 16 to 35 years of age.
THEME: OPPOSITE ATTRACTS
(opposite colors, short vs tall, everything up vs everything down, hot vs cold, wet vs dry,
etc.)
The Judges will be looking for Technique, Corrective Application, Colour enhancement,
Fashion Effect and overall model presentation. Model(s) cannot be one of the 3 team
members.
This competition is open to students, apprentices or beginners in aesthetics, cosmetology,
makeup artistry, hairstyling. Fees for this competition are subsidized by PIVOT POINT
for students of recognized hairdressing school. Other participants must pay the usual
competition fees.
There is limited space available, pre-registration is required. Team must register as a team,
all 3 competitors registered simultaneously. Competitors will be accepted on a first come,
first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk at least one
hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their place in the
competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. REPORT TO FLOOR: Models must report to their positions and must be draped and
ready for the competition with face cleaned and free from the neck up of any
cosmetics, moisturizers and any type of false lashes (–1 to –3 Demerit points).
2. HAIR: The model will arrive to competition floor with straight hair, not fixed, styled or
set in any way, demerits will result if this rule is not followed (extensions allowed, see
rules). The Sage and/or Commissionaire will brush through hair in the presence of the
stylist during the pre-check of model’s hair (-2 Demerit points).
3. TOOLS & PRODUCT: All styling tools & products are allowed and are provided by the
contestant.
4. EXTENSIONS: Hair extensions are allowed and must be added prior to coming on the
competition floor (-4 Demerit points).
5. CUTTING: Competitors may use scissors during the competition to clean up ends
only. No length may change (-2 Demerit points).
206. COLOUR: Models hair must be at least 35% colored – any color and any number of
colors are accepted (- 3 Demerit points). All commercial colours are accepted. It
is recommended that the stylist consider current trends for colour and
placement as accents to their style, keeping in mind the newest trends and
design principles for Spring Summer 2020 Fashion. No sprays, chalks or pens of any
kind may be applied on the competition floor (-3 Demerit points).
7. START TIME: Competitors will be removed from the competition floor after they have set
up their workspace to allow Judges to preview the model’s faces prior to makeup
application. Upon the time the Judges complete their previewing, the competition
will begin.
8. TALKING: Talking between the artists/models is allowed, softly & professionally without
being disruptive (-5 Demerit points).
9. MAKEUP: The competitors will provide all makeup.
10. LASHES: False eyelashes or lashes inserts must be applied DURING COMPETITION TIME,
failure to apply lashes will result in demerits (-2 Demerit points).
11. TOOLS: The competitor will provide all working tools and be responsible for their own
models. No personal makeup trolleys, stools or chairs are allowed (–1 to -5 Demerit
points).
12. No assistants besides the maximum of 3 team members can assist on the floor (-1 to -5
Demerit points).
13. ACCESSORIES / JEWELRY: Both are allowed but must be used as enhancement and
decoration. Accessories and Jewelry will not be assessed by judges but will have
an impact on the overall presentation criteria. Hats, caps, beany or any head covering
are not allowed as they will defeat the purpose off styling hair.
14. CLOTHING: Total look respecting the theme, the target market and the seasonal trend (-2
to -3 Demerit points). NO NUDITY, NO VIOLENT/DISCRIMINATORY/OFFENSIVE messages
can be on any garments or accessories featured (-1 to -3 points).
15. JUDGING: Will be done in 2 stages – on the final physical look and on a photo seen from
a tablet. Please read the general competition rules for definition of Photo Ready Finish.
Skills being judged are: Creativity, Workmanship, Precision, Harmony and Cleanliness. This
is a team competition, so even though Hair, Makeup and Style will be judged separately,
they will be totalled up and that total will determine the ranking of the competitors.
16. COMPETITION: Time to complete the look is 60 minutes. Judges will use the Guidelines to
Ranking Scores; four criterions for Judging Makeup:
1. Technique (foundations)
2. Corrective Application (foundations)
3. Color Enhancement (finish)
4. Fashion Effect and Overall Presentation
21**The following photos are for reference only**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition. We
recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria
are NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION
DIRECTOR ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
22ABA MEN’S TREND CUT, FADE & STYLE ON A MANNEQUIN HEAD PIVOT POINT’S COLE
CATEGORY: Men’s
LEVEL: Level A – Students / Apprentices / New Talent / New Competitors
This Men’s Trend Cut, Fade & Style on MH will allow the Level A Competitor to apply their
skills by duplicating a cut with & style from an image. The image will be distributed at the
beginning of the competition, see next page for examples of possible styles. The Judges will
use the Guidelines to Ranking and will look for Technical Excellence, image matching and
mannequin presentation.
This competition is open to Level A Competitors: students, apprentices, new talent and
professionals new to competitions.
There is limited space available, pre-registration is required. Competitors will be accepted on
a first come, first serve basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk at least
one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their place in
the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. MANNEQUIN: All competitors will use mannequin head to be provided to them 30
minutes before the competition. The mannequin head is provided by PIVOT POINT
and will be model COLE.
2. IMPORTANT: Competitor must duplicate the cut with fade & style as shown in the
provided image to the best of their ability.
3. HAIR: All 5 areas of mannequin hair must be cut during the competition time (-1
Demerit per area not cut).
4. The Sages will pre-inspect mannequin’s hair prior to competition and visually during
to be sure all areas are cut.
5. TOOLS & PRODUCTS: All tool and styling products are allowed and provided by
the competitor. Straight razors are allowed. Competitor must reload a new razor in
the presence of a Sage and dispose of razor in a container provided at the end of
the competition.
6. CLOTHING: Mannequin must be clothed or draped and must fit the overall theme
and presentation. The mannequin head will be mounted on a tripod
and competitors will have 30 minutes backstage to dress and prepare the
mannequin’s look.
7. COMPETITION TIME: 30 Minutes will be given to complete this competition. Arriving
late will result in demerits and arriving more than 5 minutes will result in a forfeit.
**The following photos are for reference only of possible styles**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition. We
recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria
are NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION
DIRECTOR ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
23ABA WOMEN’S TREND CUT & STYLE ON A MANNEQUIN HEAD – PIVOT POINT VIOLA
CATEGORY: Women’s
LEVEL: Level A – Students / Apprentices / New Talent / New Competitors
The competitor has the complete freedom to design and create a women’s trend cut
using a PIVOT POINT VIOLA MANNEQUIN HEAD. Trend Cut and Style must be reflecting
the commercial editorial trends of the current season as seen in international fashion
magazines or on the runways of major fashion shows. IMPORTANT: Trend Cut & Style IS
NOT equivalent to OMC Progressive.
This cut must show excellent workmanship in the technical haircutting skills and the stylist
may use up to 3 colours including the base colour to enhance their cut. The combination
of technical excellence in the cut, supported by the colour and the quality of finishing are
extremely important design elements in creating a winning look.
This competition is open to Level A hairdressers: students, apprentices, new talents or
experienced professionals just getting started in competitions. Experienced competitors
should refrain from entering those competitions.
There is a limited space available, pre-registration is required, competitors will be
accepted on a first come, first served basis. All competitors must check in at the ABA
registration desk at least one hour prior to the competition time. If a competitor is late,
they may forfeit their place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
RULES:
1. HAIR: All 5 areas of mannequin’s hair must be cut by at least 1 inch (2.5cm) during
the competition, -1 demerit per area not cut will be taken. Competitor must show a
transformation in the mannequin hair. The Sages will pre-inspect model’s hair prior to
the competition and visually during to be sure all areas are cut.
2. MANNEQUIN HEAD: The mannequin head are supplied by PIVOT POINT. Fees for this
competition are subsidized by PIVOT POINT for students of recognized hairdressing
school. Other participants must pay the usual competition fees. Participants must
be entered by January 15th to allow for mannequin head to be sent to them to
work on their color prior to the competition.
3. TRIPOD: PIVOT POINT will ensure that either tripods or table attached mannequin
head holders will be available for all contestants to use during the competitions,
those shall remain on site afterwards.
4. COLOUR: All Commercial Color is permitted – color must be pre-done (no color
done during competition). No Chalk, powder, glitter, sparkles or spray colors are
allowed at the competition (-5 Demerit points)
5. EXTENSIONS / ACCESSORIES: Usage of extensions, hair pieces, accessories,
adornments are prohibited (-1 to -3 Demerits points)
6. TOOLS AND PRODUCT: All tools and styling products are allowed and are provided
by the contestant. Straight razors are allowed. Competitor must reload a new razor
in the presence of a Sage and dispose that razor in a container provided at the end
of the competition.
7. CLOTHING: Tripod must be draped with a piece of cloth that will support the look
created.
8. MAKEUP: Mannequin heads can be enhanced with makeup that is compatible with
the finished look presented, final touch-ups are allowed – Makeup will be judged as
part of the final look.
9. COMPETITION TIME: 45 Minutes will be given to complete this competition. Arriving
late will result in demerits and arriving more than 5 minutes will result in a forfeit.
24**The following photos are for reference only of possible styles**
ABA Canada reserves the right to amend, correct or change the above rules up to one week before the competition. We
recommend that you verify the rules posted on the www.abacanada.com website ONE WEEK before any competitions.
Rules are property of ABA Canada Competitions ©2019. All rules including judging criteria are
NOT ALLOWED TO BE USED UNLESS WRITTEN APPROVAL IS GIVEN BY ABA COMPETITION DIRECTOR
ONLY! ABA Competitions Rules are copyrighted, and all rights are reserved.
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