STUDENT HAIR COMPETITIONS

CREATIVE CONNECTIONS STUDENT HAIR COMPETITIONS November 6, 2016 St Cloud River s Edge Convention Center, 10 4th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301 Official Rules & Regulations Competitions sponsored by www.sspatoday.com

STUDENT COMPETITION GENERAL RULES & PENALTY POINTS 1. Competition registration forms with payment must be received by CREATIVE CONNECTIONS no later than October 24, 2016, sent to: MNSSPA, Entry, 6950 France Ave, S, Suite 18, Edina, MN 55435. Metro: 952.925.9731, toll free: 888.213.0949, fax: 952.925.4245. Registration fees will not be refunded after the deadline. 2. Competitors submitting an official registration form to compete in any MNSSPA sponsored competition assume the responsibility of reading and abiding by any and all rules herein. 3. Student hair contests are open to any student currently enrolled in a licensed cosmetology or barber stylist program. Proof of enrollment will be required at registration. 4. Competition registration includes general admission to Creative Connections for competitor and model. If competitor is entered in more than one competition, admission for the second model is also included. 5. On the day of the contest, or before, all models must sign a model release form. Models must be at least 18 years of age. 6. Only female models may be used in the women s competitions and only male models may be used in the men s competition. The same model may not be used in any competitions. 7. All questions about the rules or circumstances not covered by the rules will be answered during a briefing session conducted by the Competition Director prior to the competitions. Briefing for all competitions will begin at 8:30am the day of the competitions. 8. The International 30-point Scoring System is used for scoring all contests. Judges decisions are final. 9. Both Minnesota sanitation laws and rules and competition laws must be observed. MNSSPA and/or the Competition Director reserve the right of final interpretation of the rules. 10. MNSSPA reserves the right to reject any entry it deems unqualified and to cancel and/or not award cash prizes if less than ten competitors register in a contest. 11. Competitors and models may not leave the competition area during the competition without permission from the Competition Director. Models may not leave the competition area until they are judged by all judges. 12. All models and tools must be provided by the competitor. A hand held mirror may be used. 13. In contests requiring electricity, (1) one electrical outlet will be provided for each competitor. Only (1) one electric appliance may be plugged in at any time. Competitors may not use any tool that draws more than 1950 watts. 14. The number of competitors may be limited in contests. Entries are taken on a first-come-first-served basis. 15. Competitors who arrive after their contest has started forfeit all time lapsed. 16. All competitors MUST be pre-registered. No on-site registrations will be accepted. 17. Judging will be done on a visual basis. Variances in judging will be noted in the specific rules of that particular contest. 18. MNSSPA will not be responsible for items lost, stolen, or left behind by competitors or models. PENALTY POINTS 1-10 May Be Assessed 1. Coaching The verbal or nonverbal assisting of any competitor by any person including the model is prohibited during the contest. 2. Inappropriate Attire or Finished Look Out of Category The finished design does not reflect the stated objective for the individual contest. 3. Late Arrival Any competitor arriving after the start of a contest in which they are registered to participate. 4. Use of Prohibited Tools or Products Using tools or products prohibited by the rules of the individual contest. 5. Non-respect of Time Stop Any competitor continuing to work after the time has been called. 6. Model Assisting Competitor Models may only assist competitor verbally or by handing a competitor tools or products and may in no way physically help in creating the finished look. 7. Over Preparation/Pre-combing Excessive preparation or pre-combing, giving a competitor an unfair advantage. 8. Non-respect to the Specific Rules of an Individual Contest Infringement or disregard for specific rules listed in an individual contest. 9. Electrical Restrictions In contests requiring electricity, one electrical outlet will be provided for each competitor. Only (1) one electric appliance may be plugged in at one time. Competitors may not use any tool that draws more than 1950 watts. 10. Intentional Interference Competitors who with malicious intent interfere with another competitor or competitor s presentation before, during or after any contest. Competitions are open for viewing. Family and friends are welcome in the competition area only.

ON THE TOWN WOMEN S EVENING TOTAL LOOK Create an evening total image for the appreciation of the consumer featuring elegance, grace, and beauty based on the elements of the hair, nails and makeup. Clothes complete the total look. 1. Models must report with all hair color predone. 2. Hair must be dry and prepared in a manner for combing. 3. Model s nails and makeup must be pre-done. 4 Model s hair may be any length. TIME ALLOWED: 60 Minutes 1. ALL of the model s hair must be combed during the competition. 2. Model s attire must reflect the evening mode of the contest. 3. Hairpieces may be used but not pre-combed and may not cover more than one-third of model s natural hair. 4. No part of model s hair may be pre-combed, i.e. twist, braids, ponytail, extensions. ALL work must be done during the competitions. 5. Hair ornaments may be used. PRODUCT RESTRICTIONS None Contest: 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Judging: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. NINE TO FIVE WOMEN S DAY TOTAL LOOK Create a total image including haircut and finish for the appreciation of the consumer reflecting current fashion trends. The finished style must exhibit a re-creatable quality for the consumer while maintaining a daytime feel. Clothes complete the total look. 1. Models must report with all hair color and chemical texture previously finished. 2. Hair must be wet and combed straight back. 3. Model s nails and makeup must be predone. TIME ALLOWED: 45 Minutes 1 A minimum of one (1) inch of hair must be cut from the entire head. 2. Model s attire must reflect the daytime mode of the contest. 3. No hairpieces, extensions or ornaments are allowed. 4. Model s hair must be finished. PRODUCT RESTRICTIONS None Contest: 12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m. Judging: 12:45 p.m.-1:45 p.m. METRO MALE MEN S DAY TOTAL LOOK Create a total image including haircut and finish for the appreciation of the consumer reflecting current fashion trends. The finished style must exhibit a re-creatable quality for the consumer while maintaining a daytime feel. Clothes complete the total look. 1. Models must report with all hair color and chemical texture previously finished. 2. Hair must be wet and combed straight back. 3. Model s nails and makeup must be pre-done. TIME ALLOWED: 45 Minutes 1. A minimum of one (1) inch of hair must be cut from the entire head. 2. Model s attire must reflect the daytime mode of the contest. 3. No hairpieces or extensions are allowed. 4. Model s hair must be finished. PRODUCT RESTRICTIONS None Contest: 12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m. Judging: 12:45 p.m.-1:45 p.m. SSPA RISING STAR AWARD Competitors who compete in the Women s Evening Total Look AND either the Women s Day Total Look or the Men s Day Total Look competitions are eligible for the SSPA Rising Star Award! The Student competitor with the highest total combined points of both competitions will win the prestigious SSPA Rising Star Award presented by the Salon and Spa Professional Association. Rising Star Award 2016

STUDENT COMPETITION DEFINITIONS In an effort to help competitors understand the CREATIVE CONNECTIONS Rules, we have provided the following definitions. If you are competing in any of the CREATIVE CONNECTIONS student competitions we strongly recommend you become familiar with all the terms applicable to your competition. COMPETITION DIRECTOR A representative of MNSSPA in charge of the competition and organization of all contests. This person has final interpretation of any questions or situations that arise. GENERAL RULES Rules that apply to all contests including standard sanitation requirements of the State of Minnesota. JUDGE A professional individual sanctioned by MNSSPA and representing some of the most knowledgeable cosmetology competition experts in the world. SAGE A competition official who is on the competition floor during an entire contest. The Sage s job is to assure that competitors abide by all of the general rules and specific rules for the competition. A Sage has the official power to assess penalty points for any rule infractions described under penalty points. (Please see the Penalty Point Page). The description of the work to be presented in each of the specific contests. REPORTING TIME A time noted in the specific rules of the contest in which competitors are to report to the competition arena. STARTING TIME The time competitors begin the contest with their model prepared in an equal manner. TIME ALLOWED The length of working time for the competitor to complete his/her presentation for judging. Rules to be followed within the individual contests. PRODUCT RESTRICTIONS Specific products or types of products not allowed within the individual contests. Specific tools or types of tools not to be used within the individual contests. PARADE OF MODELS After each competition, the models may be requested to parade, by mirror number, around the competition arena and show floor for viewing by spectators. INTERNATIONAL 30-POINT SCORING SYSTEM A computerized numerical scoring system used by all major cosmetology competitions throughout the world. PENALTY POINTS Points subtracted from a competitors final score by Sages for infractions of general rules or specific rules. ATTIRE A model s clothes, outfit or costumes, plus accessories. ORNAMENT Any decorative item not made of human, animal or artificial hair. HAIRPIECE Human, animal or artificial hair that has been permanently attached to a base. STUDENT An individual currently enrolled in an educational program that has not fulfilled the established requirements to practice cosmetology, barbering, esthetic or nail services as dictated by the governing body of the state, region, or country in which he/she lives or works. LOCATION Student Hair Competition will be held at the St. Cloud River s Edge Convention Center, 10 4th Ave S, St. Cloud, MN 56301. CREATIVE FASHION AWARD Recognition for the most creative clothing on a model. CEREMONY Models Parade, SWAT Team presentation and Winners Announced on Main Stage SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2016 3:00 pm COMPETITION SPONSOR

STUDENT HAIR COMPETITION 2016 REGISTRATION PLEASE SELECT THE STUDENT COMPETITION(S) YOU WISH TO ENTER AS INDICATED BELOW: ON THE TOWN - WOMEN S EVENING TOTAL LOOK November 6, 2016 9:30 am (Briefing 8:30 am; Registration 7:30) Registration Fee: $55.00 US NINE TO FIVE - WOMEN S DAY TOTAL LOOK November 6, 2016 12:00 pm (Briefing 8:30 am; Registration 7:30) Registration Fee: $55.00 US METRO MALE - MEN S DAY TOTAL LOOK November 6, 2016 12:00 pm (Briefing 8:30 am; Registration 7:30) Registration Fee: $55.00 US REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 24, 2016 (see General Competition Rule #1). Please type or print clearly in BLACK INK Do not use pencil, blue ink or colored gel pen. COMPETITOR S NAME (please print) HOME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PERSONAL EMAIL HOME PHONE SCHOOL NAME SCHOOL ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP SCHOOL PHONE SCHOOL FAX INSTRUCTOR NAME SCHOOL OFFICIAL S SIGNATURE I am completely familiar with the Rules & Regulations for the competitions at Creative Connections and in entering any or all of the same, agree to abide by said rules and regulations and will accept the decisions of the Competitions Committee, Competition Director and Judges as final. STUDENT SIGNATURE MAKE CHECK/MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO: SSPA MAIL OR FAX: Creative Connections FAX: 952.925.4245 s 6950 France Ave S, Suite 18 Edina, MN 55435 CHECK/MONEY ORDER VISA MASTERCARD DISCOVER TOTAL AMOUNT $ CREDIT CARD # EXPIRATION DATE V-CODE CREDIT CARD HOLDER NAME CREDIT CARD HOLDER ADDRESS CREDIT CARD HOLDER CITY STATE ZIP CREDIT CARD HOLDER SIGNATURE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE FOR COMPETITION COMMITTEE USE ONLY MODEL S RELEASE COMPLETED: YES NO MIRROR #: