Renowned industry educator and creative hair artist Chrystofer Benson was awarded the Leo Passage Gold Trophy Award for the highest scored collection at the recent 2025 ABS Global Image Awards in Rosemont, IL.
It was the fourth time in his career that Benson has won the prize, awarded every year at America's Beauty Show.
He developed his Creative Color collection using products from the color line Benson helped launch, KRAY for L3VEL3.
Other award winners at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center included:
BARBER: Salvador Oliver – Spain
CREATIVE COLOR: Chrystofer Benson – USA
FULL CONCEPT: Anthony Negron – USA
HAIRCUTTING: David Barron – USA
TEAM COLLABORATION: Rafael Bueno & Manuel Mon – Spain
TEXTURE EXPERT: Lukas Press – USA
“The ABS Global Image Awards continue to grow each year, elevating artists and professionals from around the world,” said Jessi Marshall, VP of Events and Education.
“This event is a true reflection of the growth, collaboration, and creativity that define our community.”