Face of Beauty International
International beauty pageant
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Face of Beauty International is an annual international beauty pageant that features contestants from various countries and territories. It was started in 2011 and established on 2012, in Auckland, New Zealand, under the leadership of Mila Manuel.[1]
FOBI | |
| Formation | March 2, 2012 |
|---|---|
| Type | Beauty pageant |
| Headquarters | Auckland |
| Location | |
Official language | English |
Founder | Mila Manuel |
Current titleholder | Nikki Buenafe Cheveh Philippines |
Parent organization | Face Of Beauty International Ltd. |
| Website | www.faceofbeautyinternational.com |
The pageant has gained popularity in international competitions and has been hosted in various countries, including Thailand, Taiwan, Mongolia, India, and, most recently, the Philippines.[2]
The current titleholder of Face of Beauty International 2025 is Nikki Buenafe Cheveh from the Philippines, who was crowned on November 30, 2025 in Taichung, Taiwan marking the first back-to-back in the history of the pageant.[3]
History
The pageant began in 2011, but it was not until 2012 that its CEO and founder, Mila Manuel, officially registered the company, Face of Beauty International Ltd., in Auckland, New Zealand.[4] The first international event was held in 2012, titled Miss Teen Face of Beauty International, and featured over 14 contestants from various countries and territories. It took place at the Valentine Garden Resort in Chiang Mai, Thailand. In 2013, the pageant adopted its current name, Face of Beauty International. Face of Beauty International is a global beauty pageant that emphasizes international tourism, public entertainment, and the promotion of a clean and safe environment for all living beings.[5][6]
The age range for contestants is 15 to 24 years old, with no restrictions on height or weight. The event promotes an end to violence against women and the protection of vulnerable individuals. It aims to develop young leaders.[7] Contestants participate in charity events, workshops, symposiums, and competitions in categories such as swimwear, national costume, and evening gown. They also take part in activities throughout the host country.[8][9] In 2015, the Teen Face of Beauty International title was introduced as an additional award given on the same night as the main event.[10]
Titleholders
| Edition | Year | Face of Beauty International | Teen Face of Beauty International | Venue | Entrants | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2012 | Not awarded | Josefine Emilie Egebjerg Denmark |
Chiang Mai, Thailand | 14 | [11] |
| 2nd | 2013 | Diamond Langi Tonga |
Not awarded | Na Chom Thian, Thailand | 37 | [12] |
| 3rd | 2014 | Gimena Ghilarducci Argentina |
Taichung, Taiwan | 38 | [13] | |
| 4th | 2015 | Gisela Yeraldi Barraza Mexico |
Neilymarie Soto Lozada Puerto Rico |
Kaohsiung, Taiwan | 42 | [11][14] |
| 5th | 2016 | Alena Raeva Russia |
Chuu Thaint Myat Noe Myanmar |
Ulan Bator, Mongolia | 47 | [15][16][17] |
| 6th | 2017 | Tanisa Panyapoo Thailand |
Elizabeth "Lizzy" Moolman South Africa |
New Delhi, India | 40 | [18] |
| 7th | 2018 | Myint Mo May Myanmar |
Amandine Bonehill Benelux |
42 | [19][20] | |
| 8th | 2019 | Peerachada Khunrak Thailand |
Leia Edmonds New Zealand |
Mabalacat, Philippines | 37 | [19] |
| 2020–2022 Cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. | ||||||
| 9th | 2023 | Caroline Dias Tozaki (Resigned) Brazil |
Kendra Kaing Zar Thant Myanmar |
Camaligan, Philippines | 27 | [21] |
| Kendra Kaing Zar Thant (Assumed) Myanmar | ||||||
| 10th | 2024 | Jeanna Isabelle Bilasano Philippines |
Elvia Marie Torres Sanchez Puerto Rico |
Kaohsiung, Taiwan | 34 | [22] |
| 11th | 2025 | Nikki Buenafe Cheveh | Léa Voyame | Taichung, Taiwan | 32 | [3][23] |
| Face of Beauty International | Teen Face of Beauty International | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
|
Crossovers
- Kendra Kaing Zar Thant from Myanmar fulfilled both Face Of Beauty International 2023 & Teen Face Of Beauty International 2023 duties at once. After a year , she participated in Miss International 2024 and remained unplaced.
- Josefine Emilie Egebjerg from Denmark crowned Face of Beauty International 2012, she withdraw from Miss International 2013 competition representing Denmark.[24]
- Diamond Langi from Tonga who was crowned Face of Beauty International 2013, after a year she participated in Miss Earth 2017 and finished top 16 semi-finalists.[25]
- Alena Raeva of Russia crowned Face of Beauty International 2016, she was then participated in Miss Eco Universe 2016 and ended top 16 semi-finalists.[26]