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The co-location of the next America’s Beauty Show and The Makeup Show will take place on April 15, 16 & 17 in Rosemont, IL.

Celebrate the next 100 years of beauty at America’s Beauty Show.
Photo: America’s Beauty Show
America’s Beauty Show and The Makeup Show announced in a statement that The Makeup Show will co-locate within America’s Beauty Show on April 15, 16, and 17, 2023, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. Attendees to America’s Beauty Show 2023 will be able to experience the brands and education from The Makeup Show, all with the same ticket.
The theme for America’s Beauty Show 2023 is The Next 100 Years in Beauty.
“This will be the 100th America’s Beauty Show, and with that, we are happy to announce that The Makeup Show is joining our dynamic, annual event. The Makeup Show adds to our attendees' comprehensive beauty experience. Where possible, we are partnering with best-in-class events like The Makeup Show, brands, educators, and more to provide our attendees with a complete beauty experience."
— Frank P. Fulco, CEO of America’s Beauty Show
“Like the 100-year legacy of education at America’s Beauty Show, The Makeup Show strives to inspire attendees through education,” added Shelly Taggar, founder of The Makeup Show. “Our focus is to create a place where all artists at all levels can touch and feel new products, meet industry leaders, and learn more about programs that will bring their career to the next level.”
Originally posted on Modern Salon

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