2026 Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards Nominations Announced

The 13th annual Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS) Awards have recognized several films for their outstanding contributions in makeup and hairstyling. Leading the nominations are Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners,” “Weapons,” “Frankenstein,” and “Wicked: For Good,” each receiving three nominations across various categories. Notably, “Frankenstein,” directed by Guillermo del Toro, is highlighted for its innovative use of prosthetics, with Mike Hill and Megan Many credited for their work.

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The nominations span multiple categories, including Best Contemporary Make-Up, Best Period and/or Character Make-Up, and Best Special Make-Up Prosthetics. In the Best Period and/or Character Make-Up category, “Frankenstein” is nominated alongside “Sinners,” “The Smashing Machine,” “Weapons,” and “Wicked: For Good.” The Best Special Make-Up Prosthetics category features “Frankenstein,” “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners,” “Weapons,” and “Wicked: For Good.”

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In television, the awards also recognize significant contributions, with “Stranger Things,” “Wednesday,” and “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” each receiving three nominations. A tie occurred in the Best Contemporary Make-Up category for limited series or made-for-TV movies, resulting in six nominees, including “Abbott Elementary” and “The White Lotus.”

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Winners of the MUAHS Awards will be honored at a gala on February 14, 2026, at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles. The event is presented by L’Oréal Groupe and Giovanni Eco Chic Beauty, celebrating the artistry and skill of makeup artists and hairstylists in both film and television.

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Julie Socash, President of MUAHS, expressed pride in the nominations, stating that the awards highlight the creativity and dedication of the artists in the industry. The guild emphasizes that approximately 75% of nominees in the Oscars’ Best Makeup and Hairstyling category are first recognized by the MUAHS.

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While the nominations celebrate artistic achievements, some critics have noted that certain films, such as “Weapons,” received MUAHS nominations despite not making the Oscars shortlist. This discrepancy raises questions about the selection criteria and the recognition of talent across different award platforms.

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As the awards ceremony approaches, anticipation builds around which films and artists will take home honors. The MUAHS Awards serve as a precursor to the Academy Awards, often influencing the final nominations in the Oscars’ makeup and hairstyling categories.

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The MUAHS Awards continue to play a crucial role in recognizing the vital contributions of makeup artists and hairstylists, shaping the landscape of visual storytelling in film and television.

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