International Beauty Industry Association (IBIA)
International accreditation of specialists, salons, schools, and academies in the beauty industry
Expertise. Status. Recognition.
ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION
The International Beauty Industry Association (IBIA) provides independent expert assessment, qualification verification, and professional status assignment in the beauty industry.
The decision to grant IBIA professional status is made based on an analysis of the experience, achievements, and training level of a specialist or organization.
Accreditation results are recorded in the IBIA International Register and serve as official confirmation of professional status within the international community.
WHAT DOES IBIA MEMBERSHIP GIVE YOU?
official professional status of IBIA
international recognition of qualifications
participation in international championships, awards and IBIA projects
IBIA IN NUMBERS
Since 2020, international projects in the beauty industry have been implemented
18+
WBC International Championships
27+
IBA professional awards
45+
participating countries that form the international expert environment
10 000+
specialists who have undergone professional expert assessment
200+
certified judges trained and certified by the IBJA Academy
IBIA MEMBERSHIP
IBIA membership confirms a professional's level of expertise and their compliance with international beauty industry standards.
Membership is awarded based on the professional's experience, qualifications, and professional achievements.
The decision to grant membership is made by an IBIA expert committee, comprised of senior IBIA professionals.
The association reserves the right to deny membership to applicants who do not meet the established criteria.
IBIA MEMBERSHIP SYSTEM
IBIA has a multi-tier membership system:
Level 1 - Member
Level 2 -Professional
Level 3 - Expert
Level 4 - Trainer
Level 5 - Judge
Each membership level reflects the experience, qualifications and professional achievements of the specialist, as well as their position in the beauty industry.
IBIA ACCREDITATION
IBIA accredits professionals, as well as salons, studios, schools, academies, and educational programs in the beauty industry.
Accreditation involves an expert assessment of qualifications, the quality of services and training programs, and professional performance.
Accreditation confirms compliance with established professional criteria and international beauty industry standards.
FOUNDER
Maria Uvarova
Founder and President of the International Beauty Industry Association (IBIA)
Maria Uvarova is an international beauty industry expert with over 14 years of professional experience.
She is the founder of the WBC & IBA International Championships and Awards platform, as well as the IBJA Judges Academy, an educational system for training and certifying professional judges according to unified international standards.
She is a current judge at international championships in Europe and the USA.
She is a winner of international championships and professional awards.
Maria Uvarova's professional career focuses on the development of evaluation systems, judging, and international standards in the beauty industry.
FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
How is the IBIA Specialist Level determined?
The IBIA specialist level is determined based on experience, qualifications, quality of work, and professional achievements.
Level 1 - MemberEntry-level professional status.Requirements: • up to 1 year of experience • basic professional skills • completed workVerification: • portfolio of work
Level 2 - ProfessionalA practicing specialist with a stable level.Requirements: • at least 1 year of experience • regular practice • performance of commercial services • established client baseVerification: • portfolio
Level 3 - ExpertA specialist with a confirmed professional level and achievements. Requirements: • High-quality work • Participation in championships or professional projects • Professional achievementsEvidence: • Diplomas and awards • Participation in competitions • Portfolio of workAdditional: • Publications • Participation in professional events • Collaboration with brands
Level 4 - TrainerSpecialist conducting training activities.Requirements: • At least 3 years of professional experience • Conducting training courses or master classes • Having one's own training program • Expert level complianceEvidence: • Training programs • Examples of student work • Educational activitiesAdditional: • Students who are championship winners • Participation in educational projects • Conducting master classes
Level 5 - JudgeThe highest professional status of the IBIA.Specialists who evaluate at championships and set professional industry standards. Requirements: • International championship winner • Professional award winner • Championship judging experience • Knowledge of evaluation criteria and professional standards • Completion of the IBJA judges' course (if required)Evidence: • Diplomas and awards • Proof of participation in judging • Professional portfolio and achievementsAdditional: • Participation in international projects • Participation or presentations at professional events (conferences, forums) • Contribution to the development of the industry and professional standardsHow does qualification verification work?
To obtain membership, a specialist submits an application and provides professional information: a resume, portfolio, and professional background.The review process is conducted online, allowing applications from specialists across different countries to be accepted and ensuring a consistent assessment approach.
Based on the submitted materials, the specialist's level is assessed within the IBIA system.The assessment format may include a work analysis, an interview, or a practical assignment.Following the review, the IBIA panel makes a decision on whether to grant membership.In what cases can membership be denied?
IBIA reserves the right to refuse membership if established professional criteria are not met.
Grounds for refusal may include: • insufficient professional training • work quality not meeting stated standards • lack of proven experience or professional achievements • provision of incomplete or inaccurate information • failure of professional activity to meet industry standardsWhen is the registration fee paid?
Membership applications are processed without advance payment.The registration fee is payable after a decision on membership is made.The fee amount depends on the membership level.
I want to get my school accredited. Do I need to prove my level?
IBIA accreditation is granted only to professionals with confirmed IBIA membership.
The manager, owner, or lead specialist of an educational project must meet the established qualification level.
Before applying for accreditation, you must complete the membership process and confirm your professional level.What documents and confirmations will I receive?
Upon membership, a specialist receives a basic IBIA confirmation package: • an electronic certificate • a personalized electronic banner and social media posting • an electronic badge • publication on the official IBIA Professional Register
Additional documents and forms of confirmation are provided individually depending on the specialist's membership level and professional achievements.
These may include: • a personalized IBIA diploma (on metal) • an IBIA award medal • a glass award • an IBIA letter of recommendationHow long does it take to confirm qualifications?
The application review period is from 5 to 15 days from the date of submission of a complete set of documents.
Does participating in a WBC Championship, IBA Awards, or training at the IBJA Judges Academy automatically grant IBIA membership?
No.Participation in WBC championships, IBA awards, or training at the IBJA Judges Academy does not automatically qualify for IBIA membership.
IBIA membership is a separate process and is granted based on a professional selection process, taking into account the specialist's experience, level of training, and achievements.