Alberto Apostoli at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2026
At Italy’s premier cosmetics trade fair, the Architect has been reconfirmed as a distinguished judge for the ‘Beauty Stars’ and ‘Best Stand’ awards
This year, Alberto Apostoli will once again play a prominent role at Cosmoprof, the leading international event for companies and professionals in the cosmetics industry, organized by the BolognaFiere Group in collaboration with Cosmetica Italia.
Following its highly successful debut, BEAUTY STARS—Cosmoprof’s official award dedicated to the world of professional aesthetics, its practitioners, and companies—returns for its second edition. This year reaffirms the event’s commitment to bringing visibility and prestige to the leading figures in beauty, sharing stories of excellence, promoting a culture of quality, and contributing to the growth of the beauty and wellness sector with passion and innovation.
Joining Alberto Apostoli in evaluating the candidates will be a distinguished jury composed of: Wladimiro Bendandi (President of the ADI Emilia-Romagna Delegation), Umberto Borellini (Cosmetologist), Stefano Castronuovo (National Vice President of Aesthetics at CASARTIGIANI), Raffaella Dallarda (Wellbeing Specialist and Spa Blogger), Gianfranca Ghiro (National President of Aesthetics at CNA), Roberto Gorni (Head of Technical and Regulatory Affairs at COSMETICA ITALIA and Advisor to the Cosmetics for Aesthetics Group), Alessandra Magliaro (Deputy Editor-in-Chief at ANSA), Cristina Scurtu (National Vice President of Aesthetics at CONFARTIGIANATO), and Endri Zisi (Founder and Artistic Director of ELITAFILM).
The following categories will be awarded at the ceremony on 26 March 2026:
- Outstanding Professional: Awarded to the beauty professional who, through commitment, passion, and vision, has contributed to the cultural and professional growth of the sector, elevating it far beyond a simple service.
- Connected Beauty: Dedicated to professionals who have successfully transformed social media into an authentic tool for building relationships, establishing trust, and providing consultation to their clients.
- Treatment Specialists: Rewards the skillful use of cutting-edge technologies and the ability to transform every treatment into a unique experience, seamlessly combining effectiveness, care, and well-being.
- Social and Ethical Commitment: Celebrates those who stand out for their value-driven contributions through initiatives dedicated to the environment and people, promoting collective well-being.
- Neverending Dream: A special award for those who, despite the challenges, have persevered, dared, and never given up.
- Lifetime Achievement Award: A tribute to an outstanding professional whose dedication has left an indelible mark on the industry.
Alongside the Beauty Stars awards, Architect Alberto Apostoli will also serve as a judge for BEST STAND, the prestigious award recognizing the best design among the exhibition spaces dedicated to professional aesthetics at Cosmoprof 2026. Taking the stage to present the award to the winner will be Francesca Morini, Senior Project Manager and long-standing collaborator at Studio Apostoli.
