1. General

1.1  By entering The Skin Games sponsored by The Extraordinary Esthetician, participants accept and agree to be bound by these Official Rules. Any violation of these rules may, at Sponsor’s discretion, result in disqualification. All decisions of the judges regarding this competition are final and binding in all respects.

1.2  The Extraordinary Esthetician reserves the right to disqualify any participant based on a decision made by the panel of judges.

1.3  This contest is void where prohibited by law.

1.4  Participants understand and acknowledge that this is a competition for licensed estheticians and is not responsible or liable for any injury or health related problems resulting from participation in the contest. Participants are encouraged to seek the advice of trained medical professionals. People with heart conditions, diabetes, history of health problems, and pregnant women should consult their physicians. Participants release and hold harmless The Extraordinary esthetician, its principles, and employees, for any harm or injury resulting from participation in this contest.

2. Eligibility and Rules

2.1  Participants must be licensed in their state or country of residence and that license must be valid and not expired.

2.2  Participant must abide by the laws governing the state or country in which they practice.

2.3  Participant may seek the advice of “other skincare professionals” with a valid license from the state of residence, that advice must be pro bono and only utilized in an advisory capacity only. If said Entrant is a winner of any prize, only said Entrant will receive said prize.

2.4  Participants cannot switch models during competition timeframe, however, the participant can adjust treatment protocols to achieve desired results.

2.5  Participant is responsible for all travel and or expenses incurred while participating in “The Skin Games”

2.6  Participant agrees that the Extraordinary Esthetician may use any information submitted (including likeness and image) for its marketing purposes. Participants further agree that all treatment protocols and photos are the final property of “The Extraordinary Esthetician”, participants further agree to extend publishing rights to the “The Extraordinary Esthetician et al”, whereby their treatment protocols and photos will be published at a later date determined by the “The Extraordinary Esthetician”.

2.7  Participant models must be at least 18 years of age or a signed release form from a guardian.

2.8  Participants and Models are responsible for all expenses incurred while participating in “The Skin Games”

2.9  Model further agrees to hold harmless The Extraordinary Esthetician et al., its sponsors, vendors, and/or contractors.

2.10  Models agrees that the Extraordinary Esthetician may use any information submitted (including likeness and image) for its marketing purposes. Models further agree that all treatment protocols and photos are the final property of “The Extraordinary Esthetician”, models further agree to extend publishing rights to the “The Extraordinary Esthetician et al.”, whereby their treatment protocols and photos will be published at a later date determined by the “The Extraordinary Esthetician”.

2.11  Models understand that no monetary compensation will be given for participation in “The Skin Games”

2.12  Participant agrees that all results of the judges are final.

2.13  Participant agrees to disclose all home care products used throughout competition time frame.

3. How to Enter

3.1  Submit completed registration entry form with photos and video of the selected model for the category in which they choose to enter by the required deadline.  Signed Model Release Form must accompany registration entry forms and final entry forms missing information will be deemed invalid.

3.2  Photo ID and Esthetician license are required to complete registration and final entry.

3.3  Entrants represent and warrant that their submissions are truthful, is the original treatment protocols of such entrant, has not been copied from others, and it does not violate the rights of any other person or entity.

3.4  Participants may enter more than one category, they must, however, pay a separate registration fee for each additional entry. All entrant information, including e-mail addresses, is subject to the respective Privacy Policy of the applicable Sponsor.

3.5  The Skin Games categories are as follows:

• New Esthetician (licensed 2 years or less * some exceptions may apply)
• Acne
• Compromised Skin
• Pigmentation
• Age Management
• Open –  Medical
• Open – Non-Medical
• Holistic
• Lash Lift
• Brow Lamination
• Permanent Makeup
• Compassionate
• Waxing
• Sugaring
• People’s Choice

3.6  Participants further acknowledge and warrant that their submissions are truthful, is the original treatment protocols of such entrant, have not been copied from others, and does not violate the rights of any other person or entity.

3.7  Expired licenses will automatically disqualify an entrant.

3.8  Deadline for all case studies must be submitted with photos and videos by January 15, 2025.

3.9  Registration Fee is non-refundable

3.10  No entry will be accepted without full payment.

4. Before and After Photos, Written Case Study, and Video Diary

• • 4.1 Photo Requirements
    • Participants must take “Before” photos of their model on the start date and “After” photos on the end date of their 8-week treatment.
    • Each before and after photo set must contain 3 photos:
      
      
      • One front view and one of each side (left and right profile) view of face or body part.
      • Photos must be taken with the model in a UPRIGHT position.
      • Camera angle must be level to the model’s face or body part.
      • Each photo view should have the same background. Example: “After” left view must have the same background as the “Before” left view, etc.
      • Each photo must strive for consistent lighting.
        
        
      • The actual date in the newspaper must be within 3 days of the photo.
    • Players may use a time stamp app or use the time stamp from device.
      
      
      • When using an app, ONLY the date may be displayed on each photo.
      • Do NOT include any identifying information such as location, your name, name of business, street name, city, etc. in photos.
• 4.2 Written Case Study Requirements
  • Players must use the provided template to complete Written Case Study. Click here for template.
  • No handwritten case studies will be accepted.
  • Players must complete an update for each week, even if no treatment was performed on the model.
  • The maximum total of pages per case study is 10.
  • Minimum font size is 10.
  • Bullet points may be used.
  • Product brand names are not necessary. The ingredients, modalities, protocols used, and their benefits are most important.
  • Click here for an example.

• 4.3  Video Requirements

  • Participants must submit a weekly video diary of their model’s treatment progress.
  • All videos must be less than two minutes in length and uploaded to The Skin Games website using dropbox, wetransfer, google ect.
  • Video 1
    • You and your Model must be present in the video.
    • Must include an introduction of your model.
    • Include a brief discussion of the skin condition you are treating.
  • Videos 2-7, in any order:
    • A demonstration of at least 2 weekly treatments being performed on the model must be included in 2 separate videos.
    • A discussion about performance ingredients must be included in 1 video. Include why you chose the ingredients.
    • A discussion about modalities and protocols must be included in 1 video. Include why you chose the modalities and protocols.
    • Open topic discussion for 2 separate videos. Show us your expertise!
  • Video 8
    • You and your Model must be present in the video.
    • Include a summary of your case study.
    • Include discussion of how you achieved your results.

4.4  The Extraordinary Esthetician et al. and The Skin Games are not responsible for any internet transmission problems or issues and will not be held liable for late or misdirected online submissions.

5. Winner Selection and Notification

5.1  All participant entries will be judged and ten finalists will be selected in each of The Skin Games categories by TBD. (except for the Compassionate and makeup Category.)
Judging will be based on the participant’s photos, videos, and information submitted by the contest deadline of TBD

5.2  Final judging of the finalists will be held at the Live Show, by a panel of judges.
Finalists must attend the Live Show to be considered for an award.  The Live Show is to be held   TBD.

5.3  Finalists will be interviewed by a panel of judges at the Live Show.  Interview questions to remain confidential.
Judges will be screened and put through a verification process by the TSG Judging Director.

5.4  Judge scoring will be based on the following criteria:

• Quality of results achieved over the 8 week period
• Participants understanding of the skin type and skin condition being treated
• Participants ability to explain treatment protocols
• Participants knowledge of products used
• Documentation of results achieved over the 8 week period
• Adequacy of photos and videos
• Adherence to contest rules
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5.5 Scoring information is confidential and proprietary and will not be released. The decisions of the judges are final.
Judges will be screened and put through a verification process by TSG judging director.
5.6 Winners will be announced at the Live Show, to be held TBD.

6.  Participant Prizes

6.1  Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.

6.2

Esthetician of the Year

• $10,000 Cash prize for Esthetician of the Year.

  • Estheticians must compete in a minimum of 3 qualifying categories to qualify.

  • The winner is determined by combining the Player’s total points from their top 3 qualifying category scores. 

  • Winner is NOT determined by the number of category placement wins.

  • Player with the highest combined score wins and does not need to win a placement in any qualifying category to be eligible.

  • Qualifying categories:

    • Age Management

    • Acne

    • Compromised Skin

    • Holistic

    • Pigmentation

    • Open

    • Open Medical

Note to Participants and Sponsors

**  We encourage you to network with any or all of our sponsors. All of our sponsors welcome your calls and are happy to help you with education, consulting and sometimes even products and modalities. Please reach out and network!!!