South African beauty influencer and entrepreneur Mihlali Ndamase reflected on the importance of growth and creativity in the beauty industry after participating in the GLAMOUR Hair & Beauty Masterclass 2026.
The beauty personality joined the event as a guest speaker, where she shared her knowledge of the evolving beauty industry, social media influence and the trends expected to shape 2026. The masterclass also provided a platform for conversations about personal branding and the changing relationship between consumers and their favourite beauty products.
Mihlali gave her followers a glimpse of the experience by sharing moments from the event, including highlights from the conversations and her stylish appearance. She wore a stunning grey suit paired with a burgundy and black tie and matching shoes. Her chic pixie cut completed the look, adding to her sophisticated appearance.
Following the event, Mihlali expressed her gratitude to the organisers for giving her the opportunity to share her expertise with other women in the beauty industry.
“Thank you to the@glamour_sa team for having me as a guest speaker at the Glamour Beauty & Hair Masterclass 2026. It was an honour engaging with powerful women and sharing valuable knowledge and insights. As the beauty industry continues to grow, platforms like this inspire learning, creativity, entrepreneurship, and professional development.
A growing beauty industry requires continuous learning and the courage to evolve. Here’s to inspiring the next generation of beauty professionals. Together we are shaping the future of beauty”
During the masterclass, Mihlali sat down with GLAMOUR Editor-in-Chief Nontando Mposo to discuss the future of beauty and influence. Their conversation explored the hair and beauty trends shaping 2026, the role of social media in beauty culture and the ways consumers discover and shop for beauty products.
The discussion also highlighted the growing influence of content creators and the importance of building a recognisable personal brand in the beauty space. Consumer behaviour and purchasing habits were among the key areas of interest, reflecting how the industry continues to change alongside digital platforms and online trends.
Mihlali brought valuable experience to the conversation, having worked with major beauty brands, including Fenty Beauty, Revlon, NYX Professional Makeup and Johnson & Johnson.
Her contributions to the industry have also earned her several accolades. In 2019, she won Influencer of the Year and Best Beauty Influencer at the Cosmopolitan South Africa Influencer Awards. That same year, she received the Socialite of the Year award at the Feather Awards and was recognised as the Next Big Thing at the South African Style Awards.
In 2021, she earned a nomination for African Social Star at the People’s Choice Awards, further cementing her presence in the digital entertainment and beauty space.
Through her participation in the GLAMOUR Hair & Beauty Masterclass 2026, Mihlali continued to share her experience while highlighting the importance of innovation, professional development and empowering the next generation of beauty professionals.
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