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The Makeup Show, an exclusive boutique beauty event, announces 2015 show dates and another year full of inspiration, education and opportunity, held in five states across the US. The Makeup Show LASaturday, March 28, 2015 & ...
Elizabeth Jakaitis・Assistant Editor
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The Makeup Show, an exclusive boutique beauty event, announces 2015 show dates and another year full of inspiration, education and opportunity, held in five states across the US.
The Makeup Show LA
Saturday, March 28, 2015 & Sunday, March 29, 2015
The Makeup Show NYC
Sunday, May 3, 2015 & Monday, May 4, 2015
The Makeup Show Dallas
Saturday, June 13, 2015 & Sunday, June 14, 2015
The Makeup Show Chicago
Saturday, November 7, 2015 & Sunday, November 8, 2015
The Makeup Show Orlando
January 2016
All five shows throughout 2015 will bring beauty pros an industry event with appearances from world-renowned celebrity makeup artists, top beauty brands including Make Up For Ever, NARS, INGLOT Cosmetics, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, Stila Cosmetics, Temptu PRO and 75 others. There will also be exclusive beauty product launches at show-only prices.
Stay tuned for more show updates and sponsor announcements coming soon. You can also stay up to date on the hottest show news through an informative blog covering all things beauty at www.themakeupshow.com/the-makeup-show-blog/ and on Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube.
About the Makeup Show:
The Makeup Show is owned and produced by Metropolitan Event & Production and travels internationally from LA, NYC, Chicago, Dallas, Orlando, and Europe. Bringing each destination over 75 beauty brands and a unique convergence of artists and community, it is an event where beauty professionals are sure to find an artistic energy that will inspire any beauty buff, from the passionate beginner to the seasoned professional. Each show offers an unparalleled lineup of education and appearances from top beauty professionals and focuses on career building and networking within the makeup community. The show provides a unique experience for the makeup professional to network directly from the best in the business. www.themakeupshow.com
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