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Wednesday , January 22 , 2025 | Classes confirmed as of October 7 , 2024 .
GETTING IT RIGHT : THE HISPANIC CONNECTION AND EMERGENCE OF L-BEAUTY
11:45AM – 12:45PM | LOCATION : OCEAN BALLROOM A / B | $ 85
With their high engagement in beauty , Hispanic consumers have long been a coveted group in the industry . But the business opportunity is bigger than Latinx consumers ; we are entering a groundswell moment with the rise of L-Beauty , or Latinx-founded beauty brands . In this session , Margarita Arriagada , former Chief Merchant at Sephora and founder of Valde Beauty moderates a powerful female-only panel of beauty industry leaders . From the smaller indie to larger , more established L-brands , learn about the challenges they are facing and those they overcame . Gain perspective on how the beauty industry can nurture this next wave of brand founders and lean into the enormous opportunity that lies ahead with this dynamic community .
MODERATOR : Margarita Arriagada | Founder , Valde Beauty Shaira Frias | CEO & Owner , Luna Magic
SKINIFICATION & PACKAGING : INNOVATIONS DRIVING THE FUTURE OF BEAUTY
A COSMOPACK EDUCATION SESSION
12:15PM – 1:15PM | LOCATION : OCEAN BALLROOM C / D | FREE
Join for an in-depth look at the latest innovations in beauty packaging , testing , and formulation , with a focus on the rising “ Skinification ” movement . Discover how this trend — bringing skincare benefits into categories like hair , body , color , and complexion — is influencing the design and functionality of beauty products . Gain insights into the challenges of formulating within this movement , including compatibility with aggressive active ingredients , dispensing challenges for liquid formats , and the critical role of material science in elevating consumer experience . Learn actionable tips for navigating these hurdles and positioning your brand .
MODERATOR : Lorne Lucree | Founder , Quiet Coyote Jessica C . Tarangioli | President of Marketing & Turnkey , FusionPKG
Thomas Hammond | Sr . Director , Package Development and Engineering for Skincare , Fragrance , Promotions , and AP Deo , Revlon
Nicole Musco | Director of Global Product Development , Jane Iredale
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