2022 looks like the year when beauty industry events will be back with a bang. From trade shows to awards and awareness weeks, these events are a great way to meet other beauty professionals, network with brands and beauty experts, find out about new products, services and suppliers, spot trends and attend educational sessions.
Here are some of the key beauty industry events that you need to know, so you can get the in your diary and get your tickets booked ASAP – please note obviously dates are subject to change so always check with the event organiser and book your place.
Scratch Stars Awards
1 February 2022, Scratch Magazine
Entry to the Scratch Stars Awards opens on 1st February 2022. This celebrates the biggest and brightest stars in the UK nail industry and is organised by nail industry publication Scratch Magazine.
Find out more about the Scratch Stars Awards.
Aesthetics Conference & Exhibition
11-12 March 2022, Business Design Centre, London
ACE, the UK’s leading event for non-surgical medical aesthetics, provides an opportunity for medical aesthetic professionals to come together for two days of discovery, learning, business and networking.
Find out more about the Aesthetics Conference & Exhibition.
World Spa & Wellness Convention London
3-4 April 2022, ExCeL London
This is a global networking event for senior management of hotels and spas. It features panel sessions, networking opportunities, keynote sessions and workshops as well as the opportunity to meet with suppliers.
Find out more about the World Spa & Wellness Convention London.
Professional Beauty London
3-4 April 2022, ExCel London
Professional Beauty London is Europe’s leading event for salon and spa professionals. It’s held at ExCel London and features competitions, exhibits, suppliers and educational sessions.
Find out more about Professional Beauty London.
Clean Beauty in London
13-14 April 2022, The Brewery London
Clean Beauty in London is the UK’s first tradeshow experience that focuses on clean beauty from private labelling, formulation, marketing and packaging. It brings together suppliers, experts, influencers, journalists and suppliers in one place to discuss all things clean beauty.
Find out more about Clean Beauty in London.
BABTAC Beauty Conference 2022
8 May 2022, Fairmont Windsor Hotel, London
The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) is the UK’s leading membership organisation and insurance provider for professionals working in the beauty, holistic and sports therapy industries. Their annual beauty conference is full of practical advice and strategies to improve business and personal wellbeing together with information on the latest trends and developments in the beauty industry
Find out more about the BABTAC Beauty Conference 2022.
Beauty UK & Hair UK
22-23 May 2022, Coventry Building Society Arena
Beauty UK / Hair UK is a trade exhibition for those in the beauty industry where you can see demos, networking with other professionals and meet with suppliers. There’s also a Salon Owners’ Business Forum.
Find out more about Beauty UK and Hair UK.
Scottish Hair & Beauty / Scottish Barber
12-13 Jun 2022, Scottish Event Campus Glasgow
Scottish Hair & Beauty / Scottish Barber is a trade exhibition that includes demonstrations from educators, information from brands, trends masterclasses, networking opportunities and special offers.
Find our more about Scottish Hair & Beauty.
British Beauty Week
9-11 September 2022, National
British Beauty Week is run by the British Beauty Council and showcases the UK beauty industry’s value, talent, innovation and creativity. There’s a host of different events that take place during British Beauty Week to reach consumers and to connect with brands, experts and other beauty lovers.
Find our more about British Beauty Week.
Professional Beauty North
25-26 September 2022, Manchester Central
Professional Beauty North is the biggest beauty event in the north of England and showcases suppliers, offers networking opportunities, competitions and exhibits.
Find out more about Professional Beauty North.
Olympia Beauty
2-3 October 2022, Olympia London
One of the UK’s biggest events for beauty professionals, Olympia London features exhibits, education, competitions and networking opportunities – you’ll also have the opportunity to meet with suppliers and brands. The Nailympia competition and The Lash Games are also usually held during the event.
Find out more about Olympia Beauty.
Salon International
8-10 October 2022, ExCel London
Salon International is an opportunity for hair professionals, salon owners and students to come together to view exhibitions, demonstrations, product launches, trends and immerse themselves in the hottest industry topics. There’s also the opportunity to meet brands, suppliers and trainers.
Find out more about Salon International.
Professional Beauty Awards
TBC (usually October)
The Professional Beauty Awards is the most prestigious and established awards scheme for the beauty, spa, nails and aesthetics markets, recognising those who make a real difference to the industry and encouraging their development.
Find out more about the Professional Beauty Awards.
Pure Beauty Awards
TBC (usually October)
The Pure Beauty Awards is the biggest and most recognised event in the beauty calendar. Award categories cover the breadth of the industry, and entries come from brands, big and small, who are looking to grow. Brands submit their latest beauty products for the Pure Beauty editorial team to test and review. There’s usually a London and a Global awards.
Find out more about the Pure Beauty Awards.
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List last updated on Monday 6th January 2022.