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CACI SPANISH SHOWCASE

MADRID, BARCELONA, VALENCIA, MALAGA, LOGROÑO AND SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

Caci’s Spanish distributor Grupo DRV Phytolab took the brand’s non-invasive aesthetic systems on the road to several industry shows throughout March. More than 2,000 selected guests were invited to the showcases, which featured demos of devices including Synergy with SPED technology for facial toning, along with presentations by Grupo DRV Phytolab chief executive Jose Vidal.

KAREN BETTS GIFT OF CONFIDENCE DAY

AGUA SPA, THE SANDERSON, LONDON

Semi-permanent cosmetic expert Karen Betts held a special event to celebrate four inspirational women, who were nominated to receive microblading treatments. TV presenter Katie Piper and quadruple amputee Alex Lewis presented the evening reception where the Gift of Confidence recipients, who had overcome challenges including cancer, amputation, homelessness and alopecia, were celebrated among their families, friends and selected press, including PB editor Eve Oxberry.

Industry Events

IMAGE SKINCARE VITAL C LAUNCH

TOBACCO DOCK, LONDON

Cosmeceutical skincare brand Image Skincare invited its UK accounts to a glitzy evening event for a sneak peek at three new additions to its Vital C hydration line. Salon owners and therapists had the chance to get to grips with the products before anyone else, while PB’s deputy editor Amanda Pauley caught up with founder and CEO Janna Robert over porn star martinis and canapés. There were also awards for standout accounts

PB AND NOVALASH FILMING DAY

IRIS STUDIOS, LONDON

Assistant editor Georgia Seago was behind the scenes for the filming of two exclusive videos for PBTV with lash brand Novalash. Heather Hughes, UK director for the brand, talked about the benefits of its American Volume technique versus Russian volume methods, while pro technician and trainer Zoe Nichols broke down Novalash’s training plan and ongoing support. Keep an eye on the website for the videos.

NIMUE CUSTOMER EVENT

SWEET SQUARED HQ, LEEDS

CND, Moroccan Tan and Wax:one distributor Sweet Squared held an event to introduce its salon accounts to the latest brand to join its portfolio, Nimue Skin Technology. The brand’s European educator Vicky Convey presented the most recent product launches, while brand manager Victoria Sargeson talked salon owners through the marketing plans and business development support they’ll receive, before guests checked out the onsite Nimue training facilities.