Ulta Beauty Names IGK as “Brand of the Year in Haircare”

04/24/2024

A big congratulations is in order for IGK. The popular haircare brand recently took home the award for “Brand of the Year in Haircare” at the 2024 Ulta Field Leadership Conference.

For those unaware, the Ulta Field Leadership Conference is an annual, internal event led by Ulta CEO Dave Kimball, Chief Operating Officer Kecia Steelman, and Chief Merchandising Officer Monica Arnaudo, which invites brands to come together to celebrate “The Joy Beauty Brings.” At this conference, over 2,000 Ulta beauty team members from 1,350 Ulta locations across the country join to educate and unite together.

As for why IGK was deserving of this incredible honor? According to Shianna Davey, Vice President of Merchandising—Hair Care, Color, and Personal Care Appliances at Ulta Beauty, “ “IGK has delivered first-to-market innovation and has executed an array of fun collaborations. IGK is a standout brand that uses social platforms to educate guests.”

Sharing her excitement about the award, IGK Brand President Anne-Cecile Brilland said, “We are delighted to share this celebration with Ulta, a partner that shares the same passion as IGK: engaging with clients, leading with education and digital, and bringing disruption to the Haircare category. We keep it fresh! This award is the recognition of a fantastic partnership with Ulta, and we are grateful for their support.”

Currently, IGK products can be found in 1,350 Ulta stores nationwide, as well as 534 Ulta at Target stores. In the spirit of celebrating the brand’s major win, we’ve shared a list of IGK’s best-selling products at Ulta to shop and show them some love. Keep scrolling for all the IGK products that need to be on your radar (if they aren’t already!).

IGK Good Behavior Spirulina Protein Smoothing Spray

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When it comes to battling frizz, this heat-activated, spirulina-packed spray is a must-have. Not only does it offer 24-hour frizz control and 450°F heat protection, but it mimics the effect of a keratin treatment, leaving hair ultra-smooth and shiny.

Shop: IGK Good Behavior Spirulina Protein Smoothing Spray, $34.00

IGK Beach Club Touchable Texture Spray

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This salt-free texturizing spray is your ticket to effortless beachy waves all year long. Formulated with hydrating glycerin and gluten-free hydrolyzed wheat protein, the IGK Beach Club spray instantly adds volume and hold to any style without leaving behind any excess residue.

Shop: IGK Beach Club Touchable Texture Spray, $34.00

IGK Antisocial Time-Release Bond-Building Dry Mask

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When your hair is in need of a little extra love, you have to reach for this reparative mask. Thanks to its formula which contains a bond-building complex as well as vegan silk extract, this dry mask is able to deeply repair strands from root to tip while adding shine and softness. 

Shop: IGK Antisocial Time-Release Bond-Building Dry Mask, $36.00

IGK Expensive Clear Gloss Top Coat

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Achieving good hair while on a budget is possible with this hair gloss at your side. Along with enhancing your natural shine, this product also transforms dry, frizzy hair into beautiful, ultra-smooth and hydrated locks.

Shop: IGK Expensive Clear Gloss Top Coat, $32.00

IGK Color Depositing Masks in Brown Bella

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When it comes to switching up your color, IGK’s Color Depositing Masks serve as a great option. Offering 18 eye-catching shades—including Brown Bella—this fact-acting mask works to enhance color vibrancy and dimension while adding shine and hydration back to your hair.

Shop: IGK Color Depositing Masks in Brown Bella, $29.00 each

For all things IGK, be sure to follow @igkhair on Instagram. 

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Camille Nzengung

Camille Nzengung is a Features Editor at The Tease, where she covers all things hair. You can find her writing about the best hair products, the coolest hair trends, and all the exciting new hair launches. Send her a pitch: cnzengung@thetease.com.

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