[photos] Small But Mighty: 2018 Indie Beauty Expo NYC

Aug 23rd, 2018
Eden Stuart

More than 240 brands exhibited at the 2018 Indie Beauty Expo, held Aug. 22-23, 2018 at New York City’s Pier 36.

Founded by Nader Naeymi-Rad and celebrity esthetician Jillian Wright, the event connects independent brands with buyers, press, consumers and potential investors.

Related: Inside the Indie Acquisitions

Brands included Jane Iredale, babo botanicals, Chella, Tokyomilk and cannabliss organic. For a full list of brands, visit indiebeautyexpo.com.  

Related: [podcast] Indie Beauty Expo Founders on Success, Stress and Originality (Part 1)

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