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Are beauty trade shows still worth it for brands in 2026?
By Lexy Lebsack
Mar 16, 2026

What role do beauty trade shows play in modern business models? Glossy sat down with business leaders from established, heritage and emerging brands, including Dossier, Manic Panic and Santu Beauty, to unpack the risks and rewards of showing at trade shows like Cosmoprof North America in 2026.

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