NAIL NEWS
Cosmoprof North America:
A Hub of Innovation and Networking
Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2024
Cosmoprof is one of six premier business-to-business beauty events held annually around the globe. These events serve as crucial platforms where manufacturers, distributors, and industry professionals converge to connect, innovate, and bring some of the most cutting-edge products to market, products that salons utilize daily.
Hosted in Las Vegas, Nevada, Cosmoprof North America is a truly international affair, attracting attendees from 47 countries. The 21st edition of this event showcased over 1200 exhibitors, with 114 dedicated to nails, alongside 50 speakers and 20 educational sessions focusing on trends, beauty retail, and supply chain management. The event’s significance is highlighted by the fact that 73% of attendees are brand owners, retailers, distributors, or manufacturers, with one in five attendees coming from international backgrounds.
This year, Alisha Rimando and Sebastian Campos of GlossaryLive had the opportunity to explore the event, discovering both newly launched products and upcoming innovations. Their experience included exclusive interviews with notable nail brands such as Artistic, Cuccio Professional, Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer, Gelish, Gotti Nails, KUPA Inc, Aprés, Medicool, Chisel Nail Art, and Urawa.
A standout moment at this year’s Cosmoprof was when Richard Hurter, owner of KUPA Inc., was honored with a gold-plated MANIPro Passport e-file in celebration of KUPA’s 40th anniversary. Featuring a gold control box and handpiece, the demand for this luxurious machine was evident from its initial announcement. Industry insiders are eager to see if KUPA will release a limited edition for those looking to join in the celebration.
Adding to the event’s excitement was the annual Vietnamese concert held in honor of the nail industry at Zouk in Resort World. Sponsored by leading manufacturers, this concert was a highlight of the Cosmoprof experience. The night was filled with networking, cocktails, dancing, and a sense of camaraderie as various brands came together for an unforgettable evening of celebration and fun.
Cosmoprof North America continues to be a beacon of innovation and collaboration in the beauty industry, providing a vital space for professionals to connect and shape the future of beauty industry.
