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America’s Beauty Show is reuniting licensed beauty professionals for three wonderful days of in-person education, discovery and community, happening September 11-13.

America’s Beauty Show by Cosmetologists Chicago is reuniting licensed beauty professionals for three wonderful days of in-person education, discovery and community in Rosemont, IL happening September 11-13. Registration opens on May 10, 2021 so mark your calendar and be sure to get your tickets at americasbeautyshow.com!
Attendees will experienceeducation from a star-studded lineup on color, cutting, barbering, nails, business, wellness, extensions and more. Top names in beauty, including The Ulta Pro Team, Larissa Love, Olivia Smalley, Cynthia Baker, Lala Chihaia, Matty Conrad, Nick Arrojo, Presley Poe, Sydney Lopez and Jessica Scott are among the many influential educators who will be teaching more than 20 CEU classes. Additionally, the required classes on sexual assault and domestic violence will be offered.
Discover new beauty brands and check out some of your favorites in haircare, skincare and nailcare. There will be more than 165 exhibitors looking forward to serving attendees. Among the many are Amika, ERGO STYLING TOOLS, California Mango, HALOCOUTURE, Gelish & Morgan Taylor, Donna Bella Hair Extensions, Hattori Hanzo Shears, Cuccio, Lechat Nail Products, Light Elegance, Turbo Power, Collins, Truss Professional, Wahl, cinderellahair, Blackpants, Tony Odisho, Hairtalk Extensions, Wellness Premium Products, En Vogue Nails and Oya.
Community never goes out of style. At America’s Beauty Show 2021 there will be two nights of outdoor, live entertainment in the Rosemont Entertainment District. Attendees can reunite safely and comfortably as they dine and dance with colleagues and industry friends.
Once again, America’s Beauty Show 2021 will co-locate with the International Esthetics Cosmetics and Spa Conference (IECSC), which will feature skincare, spa and makeup exhibits on a dynamic and interactive show floor. Spa pros can access hundreds of exhibitors and take advantage of new targeted learning tracks.
“We are working hard to build a brighter future for licensed beauty professionals, and it starts with their experience at America’s Beauty Show 2021. Getting your tickets to ABS has never been easier. You can buy them online or call 800-648-2505,” shares Amy Westercamp, Director of America’s Beauty Show. “If you purchase a three-day VIP ticket before July 31, you will receive a free membership to Cosmetologists Chicago which includes a host of benefits including free tickets to America’s Beauty Show 2022. That’s two shows for the price of one!”
The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL is the new home to America’s Beauty Show. It is a convenient location for local and out of town attendees as well as the home of world-class restaurants and shopping. To enhance the experience, America’s Beauty Show has partnered with the hotels of Rosemont to offer attendees affordable overnight room rates to make the three-day experience stress free. Just check-in, park your car, and everything is in walking distance!
A Legacy of Service to Beauty Professionals
Cosmetologists Chicago is the non-profit and force that has produced America’s Beauty Show for 98 years strong. With thousands of members, Cosmetologists Chicago is an inclusive community that supports all licensed beauty professionals. Join us in our mission to serve licensed beauty professionals, students, schools, salon/spa owners, beauty distributors and manufacturers.
Click HERE to purchase tickets and check in often at AmericasBeautyShow.com for all of the latest updates about ABS 2021 and all of the information you’ll need to make it easy to make plans for attending America’s Beauty Show, September 11-13, 2021, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL. It’s time to reunite. You don’t want to miss it!
Originally posted on Modern Salon

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