America's Beauty Show 2023 Digital Advance Program

Proud Producers of ABS!

Cosmetologists Chicago® Board of Directors Welcomes You to The NEXT 100!

As we embark upon our Centennial Celebration this April 15-17, 2023, you can expect the best.

First, thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. For YOU, we continue to lead and transform our association and America’s Beauty Show to serve your needs throughout your career. Together, our shared passion, artistry, and spirit to serve makes our community so special. THANK YOU for doing all that you do! We appreciate YOU!

Cosmetologists Chicago is proud and honored to produce the 100th America’s Beauty Show and focus our industry forward on The NEXT 100 years of beauty. Through our shared strength of established roots, it is time for all of us to grow and shape the future of beauty!

Your ticket to the 100th America’s Beauty Show includes:

• 40+ CEU Courses Available, Cover Your Year

• Social Engagement, Meet Salon Owners, Educators, & Influencers

• 300+ Brands to Experience and Discover

• New! 30+ Makeup Companies to See

• New! World-class Runway Shows, Top Educators, and More

• New! CIDESCO Section USA Skincare Academy

• New! Celebrate Saturday Night, The ABS Global Image Awards

• Nails, Student Team, Barbering Competitions

• FREE Admission to the Sunday Night Concert at Joe’s Live!

• Beauty Cast Network Career Showcase

• Shop & Save! Hair Extensions, lashes, and product supplies Value Center

Join the celebration! Come as you are and together, we will celebrate, and shape The NEXT 100 years of beauty. We can’t wait to see you at America’s Beauty Show on April 15, 16 & 17, 2023!

Warm Regards, Your Cosmetologists of Chicago Board of Directors

Frank P. Fulco, Chief Executive Officer

Lorrene Conino, Vice President

Chris Damolaris, Treasurer

Mireya Villarreal, Director

Larry Silvestri, Past President

Rudy Moser, Director

Robert Passage, President

Karen Gordon, Past President

Nick Stenson, Secretary

Denise Provenzano, Past President

Tony Gordon, Director

Larry J. Kane, Director

ABS & CC Congratulates

Ulta Beauty for the outstanding ABS 2023 campaign photography

ThankYou!

HAIR:

Ulta Beauty Pro Team

Nick Stenson: @nickstenson

Anna Manukyan: @amanukyan

Sonya Dove: @thesonyadove

Sean Godard: @seangodard

Danielle Keasling: @danielle.keasling

David Lopez: @davidlopezzz

Michelle O’Connor: @michelleoconnorbeauty

HAIR ASSISTANTS:

Haley Kimble, @haleyki

Anthony Negron, @kinganthonyyyy

Laura Gunter, @lauragunterbeauty

Gilad Goldstein, @myguiltycrown

Takeyra Shipps, @hair_bytakeyra

Vicky Yeremchuk, @viktoriyayeremchuk

MAKEUP:

Deney Adam, Ulta Beauty Pro Team: @deney_adam

Dmitry Potapov: @dmitrymakeup

NAILS:

Sarah Nguyen: @chrmdbysarah

WARDROBE:

Bjorn Van Den Berg: @vandenbergbjorn

Jennifer Daniels: @beforetheflash

PHOTOGRAPHER:

Richard Monsieurs: @richardmonsieurs

Show Hours

SATURDAY, APRIL 15

Exhibits: 11am – 5pm

CC Presidents Party: 6pm - It’s FREE!

SUNDAY, APRIL 16

Exhibits: 9am – 5pm

ABS Party @ Joe’s LIVE: 7:30pm

MONDAY, APRIL 17

Exhibits: 9am – 4pm

Student Power Hour: 9:30am

Student Team Competition Awards: 2pm

Plan Your Show!

TIPS TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL SHOW!

1. Book Your Hotel NOW!

- Our hotels do sell out so make your plans now. See page 15.

2. Make it a Party Weekend! Go with a group of your salon professional or beauty student friends!

- The Party is already here we just need you! ABS will be 100 years young this year so come and celebrate with us and your fabulous, beauty community!

- Che ck out all that Rosemont has to offer you when you leave the show, restaurants, entertainment,etc. See pages 36-37.

- Save on gas and come a as group to experience ABS together!

3. What to wear?

- During the show, after show events and entertainmentyou might want to go more dressy in the evening. You decide. Have fun!

- PRO TIP: Wear comfortable shoes during the day on the show floor. You will thank us later.

4. If you are in a competition or taking a Hands-On Class.

- Make sure you read the rules, have the right times and know where to go when you get to the show.

- Als o make sure you know what to tools and product to bring.

5. Make a shopping list so you know what you are looking for as soon as you arrive!

- When you walk in you are going to be so excited. Get focused and make a list of what you want to do or buy. It helps!

6. Get ALL your specific, beauty questions answered!

- That is what ABS is here for! Go up to Beauty Legend and/or an educator and ask them questions like, how did they deal with a certain problem in their salon, or what made them so good at a certain technique, so you can learn! Or simply just take a class or two at ABS! We got you!

HOTELS

LOWEST HOTEL RATE GUARANTEE

You can save money when you stay in an Official ABS Hotel arranged by the ABS Housing Bureau.

Book your room now on our website at americasbeautyshow.com or call 1-800-559-3186 for the lowest guaranteed rates. International callers call 1-619-546-5773.

Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago

9300 Bryn Mawr Ave.

Rosemont, IL 60018

Rate: $218

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago

O’Hare Airport - Rosemont

5460 N. River Rd.

Rosemont, IL 60018

Rate: $175

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago

O’Hare Rosemont

5500 N. River Rd. Rosemont, IL 60018

Rate: $191

Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O’Hare

5550 N. River Rd. Rosemont, IL 60018

Rate: $171

SHOW-AT-A-GLANCE

SATURDAY, APRIL 15 @ABS

SHOW-AT-A-GLANCE

SUNDAY, APRIL 16 @ABS

SHOW-AT-A-GLANCE

MONDAY, APRIL 17 @ABS

Look at this Amazing Artstry!

MAKEUP ARTISTRY

STUDENT

Chrystofer Benson

Alfonso Martinez Bernal Shogo Ideguchi

Nohemi Capetillo

Jalia Pettis

Isidro Valencia

CBC Chrystofer Benson Collective

TEAM COLLABORATION

JCPenney Salon Rogue Artistry

Chrystofer Benson

TOTAL TRANSFORMATION Brayden Pelletier

Detra Smith

Tyler Kelbert

TEXTURE EXPERT

Astoria Stubbs

Matthew Tyldesley

Olive Androsik

Claire Daack

Emily Wallace

You Must Be There!

PRESIDENTS PA RTY

You’re Invited! & More!

APRIL 15 | SATURDAY NIGHT

STARTS AT 6:00 PM

LOCATED IN THE ABS MAIN LOBBY AT DONALD E. STEPHENS CONVENTION CENTER 5555 N RIVER RD, ROSEMONT, IL 60018

HOS TED BY COSMETOLOGISTS CHICAGO PRESIDENT, ROBERT PASSAGE & THE CC BOARD OF DIRECTORS

SPECIAL A WARDS TO BE HIGHLIGHTED INCLUDING ABS GLOBAL IMAGE AWARDS WINNERS, THE JERRY GORDON SALON BUSINESS LEADERSHIP AWARD & THE FRED PIATTONI AWARD FOR INDUSTRY SERVICE

• FREE ADMISSION

• ALL ARE INVITED

• GET DECKED OUT

• MINGLE WITH INDUSTRY LEGENDS

• WALK THE RED CARPET

• GREAT PHOTO EXPERIENCES

WINNERS ANNOUNCED

LIVE TONIGHT AT 7PM!

• CASH BARS

Look Who’s

BETH MINARDI AMY CARTER CANDICE HOLLUB

AMMON CARVER

KENNY DUNCAN

RONIT ENOS J LADNER

IVAN ZOOT

ELISE AGOSTINELLI NICHOLAS FRENCH

SONNA BRADO

PRESLEY POE

andMore! Coming! to

CANDY SHAW

CHRISTINA VILLARREAL

DANNY AMORIM

SAM VILLA

REBECCA TAYLOR

SYDNEY ANN LOPEZ

OLIVIA THOMPSON

NATALIA FAZLOVA

LYDIA SARFATI

ULTA BEAUTY PRO TEAM

JALIA PETTIS

LYDIA SARFATI JACQUELINE KENNEDY

DR. NATALYA FAZYLOVA MONIKA MECHAJ

New!

CLICK HERE FOR CLASSES & STAGE TIMES

Admission INCLUDED With Your ABS 2023 TICKET!

Good Luck!

For Professionals & Students

Connect. Grow. Advance. Our Partners

Students and professionals will have the opportunity to visit with local and national employment brands looking to hire in the beauty industry. Also, these employers will have great contests, giveaways & attractions for just stopping by their booth!

WINNER ANNOUNCED AT ABS! BE THERE!

NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Celebrates 10 Years of Professional Nail Artistry!

We’ll announce the winner of our 10th Annual NTNA Nail Design Challenge during America’s Beauty Show 2023.

Some extra surprises are also in store--see you there!

SO EXCITING! SEE IT LIVE!

nailsmag.com

PANEL DISCUSSION

TECHNIQUE/CEU WORKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

NOTE: ALL ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.

Meg Gilbert @mermeghair, Siiri Parks @siiriparkss & Theresa Van Dam @theresavandamstylist

Nick Stenson

Anna Manukyan

Sonya Dove

Danielle Keasling

Michelle O’Connor

David Lopez

Sean Godard

Deney Adam

Offering Complimentary Brow Services, Product Giveaways & More!

Stop by the Ulta Beauty Booth for

• LIVE Stage Performances

• Hands-On Education - Earn Your CEU

• Offering Complimentary Brow Services

• Inspiration to take back to the Salon

• Product Giveaways

New!

Classes!

Look & Learn

SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION COURSE WITH GEORGINA DAVIS

NOTICE: REQUIRED FOR ILLINOIS LICENSE RENEWAL

This course is needed every 2 years to meet the Illinois requirement.

Gain knowledge about sexual harassment prevention including an explanation of sexual harassment consistent with the IHRA, examples of conduct that constitutes unlawful sexual harassment, a summary of relevant federal and State statutory provisions concerning sexual harassment, including remedies available to victims of sexual harassment; and a summary of responsibilities of employers in the prevention, investigation, and corrective measures of sexual harassment.

PRICE: FREE | CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 12:30pm

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Monday, April 17 10:30am - 11:30am

HAIRCOLOR EDUCATION

TECHNIQUE/CEU WORKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

Looking for more details visit americasbeautyshow.com

Look & Learn

BETH MINARDI: Be IMMERSED IN HAIR COLOR LEARNING, featuring BEAUTY FUSION

with Beth Minardi @bethminardihaircolor

Join hair color icon, BETH MINARDI, for two hours of private, in-depth hair color education designed to elevate your knowledge, irrespective of the brand(s) you currently use. Be IMMERSED in important new information covering the chemistry, science, and artistry career colorists need as they support their growth assuring maximum success! Beth will demonstrate step-by-step artistic technique on one model. You will see beautifully colored and styled models wearing what Beth terms “THE FUTURE of Hair Color”:   Artego’s BEAUTY FUSION PHYTO TECH COLOR. This unique brand was created to maximize both color artistry and client comfort.  Pigment rich shades bathed in protective natural ingredients ensure Beth’s “Never FAIL” results... true to tone and fade resistant. Feel free to ask all the questions you desire, to photograph, video or record each session.  Our “up close and personal” setting guarantees that you will see and hear everything clearly.  In addition to relaxing in comfort as you learn, a Certificate of Achievement will be presented to each attendee.

Look & Learn

Creative Color & Social Media Acumen

with Sydney Ann Lopez @sydneyannlopezhair

PRICE: $250

CEU: 2 Hours

Sunday, April 16 (Lunch Included)

11:30am - 1:30pm

Monday, April 17 (Breakfast Included) 9:30am - 11:30am

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1.5 Hours

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 11am

In this hour and a half look and learn powered by Goldwell, Goldwell Social Ambassador Sydney Lopez will be teaching creative color placement, blending, and formulating. Also, get all of the insider information into social media trends for 2023! You’ll learn how to grow your dream clientele by using social media, and learn how to use Instagram as your online portfolio to attract the right clients for you. You’ll also learn what it takes to get noticed by brands.  This class is packed full of great information and gets you 1.5 hours of C.E! Plus – walk away with some awesome Goldwell swag and big savings on Quality Touch Products!

Hands-On

- Includes Mannequin Blonding & Creative Color

with Sydney Ann Lopez @sydneyannlopezhair

PRICE: $350

CEU: 3 Hours

Sunday, April 16 12:30pm - 3:30pm

From blonding techniques to rainbow hair works of art, you will get it all in this 3 hour hands-on class powered by Goldwell with Goldwell Ambassador Sydney Lopez. Kick off your year with a sneak peek at all the new and exciting color trends of 2023! Learn everything from strategic placement, color mapping, blending techniques, formulation, and execution of blondes and creative colors. You’ll walk away with time-saving tips that can give you a higher impact, 3 hours of C.E., your own mannequin head that you will work on in class, a Goldwell swag bag, and a Professional Color Artist Kit from Quality Touch. This kit is valued at $135, and includes salon tools that will help you every day behind the chair!

SUPPLI ES TO BRING: Bring 6-8 of your favorite color brushes, cutting combs, a foiling comb, 6 salon towels and 6-8 sectioning clips.

Hands-On

- Includes Mannequin

Painting Balayage! w. The Balay Lama

with Candy Shaw, aka The Balay Lama @thebalaylama

Ready to take your balayage skills to the next level and start painting faster, brighter, and better? Candy Shaw has created a customized curriculum to help you become more profitable at the chair while creating sought after looks for your guests. Struggling with lift? Placement? Spottiness? Have all of your burning balayage questions answered and be able to implement her teachings after just one class! Balayage shouldn’t be frustrating or confusing. Let the Balay Lama take you step-by-step on how to become a master of your brushstroke!

SUPPLI ES TO BRING: Color apron and a learning attitude!

Look & Learn Brighter Lift, Better Balayage with Sunlights Pro

with Lacie Werhle

Join Artisan Educator Lacie Wehrle for a look + learn focused on helping you achieve brighter lift and better balayage! Dive into her coveted ‘8 Section Balayage’ technique so you can learn how to maximize your results and increase profits at the chair. Lacie brings a wealth of knowledge to the classroom as well as a unique perspective on the industry’s top balayage curriculum, created by Candy Shaw and Sunlights Professional. See you in class, Balay Believers!

PRICE: $249

CEU: 3 hours

Monday, April 17 9am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 2pm

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 12:50pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

The Chicago Cosmetologists

sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

Association, Inc. is an approved

ABS LOOK & LEARN

EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

Look & Learn FASTFOILS™ Pattern & Placement with J Ladner

Learn the power of FASTFOILS™ from Director of Education J Ladner. In this class, you will learn to be more efficient with your tools, pattern, and placement. Depth, contrast, and coverage are all about redefining your guest experience with salon-efficient placements that deliver exceptional results every time! You no longer need to be on autopilot; this class will boost salon profit and maximize your freedom.

Look & Learn ‘Tie-Dye’ Creative Color with Rebecca Taylor

This fashion color technique will allow you to maximize your time, income and efficiency while giving you the ultimate in creative expression. The first part of the course will entail an efficient and productive way to achieve either a pastel, neon, muted or jewel-toned effect using freehand, foil-less techniques for maximum efficiency and creativity. This class will cover fashion color custom formulation, application and proper rinsing techniques to prevent bleeding or transfer and maximum longevity. PLEASE BRING: Your own personal styling kits, including blow dryers, irons, combs, brushes, color brushes, clips and any other tools you wish to bring, bowls, brushes, gloves

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin Couture Cut, Color Style/Hot New Bob with Cherry Petenbrink @hairbycherryp & Bryce Van

Dyke @brycevandyke

One of the hottest on-trend styles is being requested now! Couture means we’ll cover all varieties, lengths, densities, textures, disconnect, and this one-of-a-kind must-have hairstyle. Interior texture and a hip new vibe are the secrets to this updated MODERN MULLET. Next, we customize the color placement to the cut—technique and application options to perfectly merge your custom cut and color. Pairing a customized haircut with strategically placed hair color will take your artistry to new levels. Deep dive into foundational aspects and personalized elements, the results COUTURE, unique to the individual wearing it.

SUPPLI ES TO BRING: Shears, Foiling comb, clips, cutting comb, 4 towels, water spray bottle, 4 color brushes.

Look & Learn K18 Hair in Conversation

with Jack

Martin

Join Celebrity Colorist Jack Martin for an interactive session on driving business with K18. Learn the secrets behind his signature transformations and mastering K18 in the salon, plus time for Q+A.

Look & Learn All-Nutrient: The 20 Foil Hi-Light

with

Eddie Ohanian & Tony Difraia

Featuring special guest speakers direct from the All-Nutrient color lab, come learn the fashion-forward foiling technique that is quick, easy to master, and profitable. See how All-Nutrient color is making a huge impact on our industry, noth nationally and internationally. Understand why Certifiably Organic Based hair color is the most sought-after type of color, and become a leading expert in your area.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15

11:30am - 12:30pm 4pm - 4:50pm

Sunday, April 16

10am - 10:50am

2pm - 2:50pm

Monday, April 17

1:30am - 2:30pm 3pm - 3:50pm

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 12:30pm

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 12:30pm

PRICE: $229

CEU: 3 Hours

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 2:30pm

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 12:30pm

Monday, April 17 9am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Sunday, April 16 11:30am - 12:30pm

PRICE: $29.99

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 12pm - 1pm

Sunday, April 16 10am - 11:30pm

Sunday, April 17 10am - 11:30pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

Look & Learn 4 Gestures of Balayage with Jack Howard of Social Art House

Discover the Four Gestures of Balayage by Jack Howard. In this class, you will take your blonding and hair-coloring skills to the next level! Jack Howard will dispel the myths and fears about freehand hair coloring and Balayage. You will learn his approach to the four critical gestures that form the foundation of any Balayage looks - the Classic, Creative, Micro, and Californian. Take this class and increase your service ticket to make more money and save priceless time behind the chair!

Look & Learn

High-End Blondes – Academy Edit with Leysa Carrillo of Social Art House

To all my texture and curly colorists who want to offer high-end blonding services to your most demanding high-lift clients without compromising the curl pattern, hair condition, and longevity of your work – I have a proven technique I want to share with you that is guaranteed to create multidimensional blondes that last up to 6 months!  Join me in the classroom as I demo my signature 3D Blonding technique on a curly hair model and learn how it can be used on every curl type with simple placement and formulation tips. Also, we’ll talk business and how this technique can help you attract new clients to your chair, build loyalty and raise the price point for your blonding services.

Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage!

Cut and Color in Your Headspace

with Chita Beseau Ira & Pope Sage of Social Art House

What’s in your headspace? Join Chita and Ira as they take you on a journey through their HEADSPACE and open your mind to a new perspective of creative haircutting & coloring.

On

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:20pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:20pm

PRICE: FREE Sunday, April 16 3pm - 3:50pm

Ira’s headspace is haircutting – he will share his unique perspective on precision cutting utilizing his Clock Cutting Method. Chita’s headspace is vivid color – she will show you how to create results that look like art with color placement techniques for creative haircuts. Together, through a very original, visual, and inspirational demonstration, you’ll learn how creating from your HEADSPACE can help define your professional difference, carve out your place in the market, and find the clients that are meant for you!

Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage!

High-End Blondes with Leysa Carrillo of Social Art House

On

To all my texture and curly colorists who want to offer high-end blonding services to your most demanding high-lift clients without compromising curl pattern, hair condition, and longevity of your work – I have a proven technique I want to share with you guaranteed to create multidimensional blondes that last up to 6 months! Join me on stage, where I’ll demo my 3D blonding technique and show you how it can be used on every curl type to create the most beautiful, high-end result every time.

Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage! How to safely

Correct, Shift + Remove Direct Dyes

with Rebecca Taylor

PRICE: FREE Saturday, April 15 2pm - 2:50pm

On

PRICE: FREE Saturday, April 15 1pm - 1:50pm

This demo will be a detailed look at how to transform a client with bold fashion color technique back to soft, natural blonde…safely in one session.   We’ll discuss lightening methods, as well as preventive products to mitigate damage during this process.   We’ll cover color theory to neutralize unwanted tones and utilize strategic color placement to soften the starting canvas resulting in a soft, natural finish.    Attendees will be walking away with a visual of a corrective lightening demo/toning + rooting/lowlight technique and a full explanation and breakdown of formulas used on the mannequin/model.

Look & Learn

High Contrast Balayage ‘Ultra Lift Charcoal Lightening’

with Shannon McKee @shannon.surfacehair & Dawn McKee @dawnsurfacehair

The ULTIMATE blonding & toning experience for level 10 Blondes! Discover quick patterns for root smudges, face framing, bold money pieces and high contrast dimensional balayage. Your guests will love their low maintenance lived in looks featuring NEW Pure Blonde Ultra Lift Charcoal Lightening Powder and Level 10 Pearlescent Toners by Surface Pure Color!

Look & Learn

The Art of Coloring Hair

with Ron Lopez @RONLOPEZ2 & Geoffrey Britt @GEOFFREYHAIRR

In this segment, colorist specialist Geoffrey Britt & fashion stylist Ron Lopez will immerse you in their world of inspiration and decode their approach to the art of Parisian inspired color and French Balayage techniques.

Look & Learn

The Redken Power Network LIVE!

with Adrienne Dara @adriennedara & Brayden Pelletier @justbhair

This Class Is On

Join the Redken Power Network of award-winning artists and hair influencers Brayden Pelletier, Leysa Carrillo, Lindsey Olson and Adrienne Dara as they take to the stage and deliver powerful demonstrations on what’s hot in color, design and finishing. Beyond balayage to the best blonding, beyond a trim to the most desirable haircut, beyond a blow dry to the best finishing for natural textured hair. Walk away armed with the most useful tools for your trade all in under an hour!

Look & Learn Matrix Haircut + Color Experience

with Kara Williams @haircolorkilla & Robert Santana @rsantana1

This Class Is On

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 2pm

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Monday, April 17 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 10:30am 12:30pm - 1:30pm 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 10:30am

PRICE: FREE Sunday, April 16 2pm - 2:45pm

PRICE: FREE Monday, April 17 2pm - 2:45pm

Learn how to create the most requested haircut of the year + trending balayage techniques to complement layers. Join as the Matrix Artistic Team shares their transformation secrets on color, creative haircutting + styling for all hair types!

Look & Learn The Matrix Blonding Experience

with Kara Williams @haircolorkilla & Robert Santana @rsantana1

In this class you will learn how to create the most requested color + blonding techniques of the year + in demand featuring Matrix Artistic Director Robert Santana + Matrix Brand Ambassador

Look & Learn Matrix Signature Blonding

with Kara Williams @haircolorkilla

Join top Matrix Brand Ambassador @haircolorkilla Kara Williams to learn how to create pops of brightness or dramatic lightness with strategic, multi-dimensional blonding + color placement. Techniques for all clients + all hair patterns from straight to wavy to curly + coily.

Look & Learn

Ultimate Balayage

with Robert Santana @rsantana1

Are you ready to elevate your balayage techniques to the next level? Matrix Artistic Director Robert Santana shares his expert techniques, best kept secrets, and tips to take your hair painting + blonding skills to the next level!

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

Monday, April 17 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 10:30am

HAIRCOLOR EDUCATION

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

Look & Learn

Mastering Undertones

with Keya Neal @Keyaartistically #ITAP Team

Successful color projects and corrective colors have one key thing in common- UNDERTONES! In this class you’ll learn how to identify the influence of contributing pigments in hair and anticipate your outcome BEFORE you formulate to avoid common pitfalls. Learn how to develop your artist eye so you can identify the CORRECT color culprit and overcome unwanted shades and tones

Look & Learn

Decolorizing & After Care

with Christopher Aaron @ChristopherAaronStudio #ITAP Team

Learn the why/when to use decolorizers vs highlift color or lightener & the products your client should take home to care for their hair

Look & Learn Intention! Intention! INTENTION!!

with Adrienne Dara @adriennedara & Brayden Pelletier @justbhair

Join dimension powerhouse Adrienne Dara and NAHA finalist Brayden Pelletier as they walk you through how to tone and texture with intention! Adrienne will share how to add lightness and depth to your clients hair with intention and how to nail your toning formula every time, while Brayden talks you through the latest TikTok hair trends your clients are asking for made suitable for them.

Look

& Learn

Make More $$$ With Express Blow Out

with DeAndra Pearce @deandragiselle

MAKE MORE $$$! Discover how adding EBO to every color service can boost your business and unlock a perfect 15-minute add-on service that locks in color and smooths! Learn how EBO can enhance color vibrancy and deliver radiant shine, with results that last up to 6 weeks.

Look & Learn

The Signature Smoothwith NKST & NKSTB

with DeAndra Pearce @deandragiselle

Transform your business with NKST, our award-winning signature smoother, and NKSTB, a reparative smoothing treatment for fine, damaged, overprocessed hair. Boost your business and deliver beautiful hair every day, with results that last up to 5 months!

Look & Learn

BOTANICAL SERIES - PBO, KCSMOOTH & KCTEXTURE

with DeAndra Pearce @deandragiselle

Calling all textures! Customize your smooth with the Botanical Series of Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatments! Discover how to control frizz and maximize smooth with PBO, get maximum manageability in less time with KCSMOOTH, and enhance and define all curly hair types—with no heat needed, with KCTEXTURE.

Look & Learn Beyond Balayage

with Christina Carter @christinainthecity

Tired of teezing? Learn how to achieve your favorite lightened looks with impactful placement and time-saving techniques.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

Monday, April 17 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 2pm

Sunday, April 16

9:30am - 10:30am 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16

9:30am - 10:30am 12:30pm - 1:30pm 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Monday, April 17 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 12:30pm

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

Monday, April 17 12:30pm - 1:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 12:30pm - 1:30pm 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 10:30am 12:30pm - 1:30pm

HAIR CARE EDUCATION

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Hands-On - Share A Mannequin OR Have Your Own Mannequin Nicholas French Creative Playground

with Nicholas French @nicholas_french

Join Nicholas French, a multi-award winner, including No. 1 Educator, 4 Time NAHA Winner, and recipient of the Bio Ionic Lifetime Achievement Award. Come visit the Nicholas French Creative Playground. In this 3 hour Hands-On limited class you will learn dozens of tips and tricks in the art of Dress Work, Red Carpet, Wedding Styles and how to handle the new Texture. This is a class designed to take your skills to the next level. You will have the option of sharing a mannequin or having your own individual mannequin.

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When Was the Last Time You Created Something New for the First Time?

with Nicholas French @nicholas_french

Join Nicholas French, a multi-award winner, including No. 1 Educator, 4 Time NAHA Winner, and recipient of the Bio Ionic Lifetime Achievement Award. In this fast moving LOOK AND LEARN you will take home dozens of tips and tricks. Nicholas will take you through how to create different finishes in hair and styles from EDITORIAL TO AVANT GARDE. He will show you how to Visualize, Conceptualize and Create Award winning Competition hairstyles for photo shoots.   DREAMS ARE THE SPARK PLUG OF LIFE

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Fail to Prepare - Prepare to Fail

with Nicholas French @nicholas_french

JJoin Nicholas French, a multi-award winner including No. 1 Educator, 4 Time NAHA winner, and recipient of the Bio Ionic Lifetime Achievement Award.   In this fast moving LOOK AND LEARN you will take home dozens of tips and tricks for WEDDING HAIRSTYLES, RED CARPET HAIR, BRAIDING, and a unique CUTTING TECHNIQUE (this can be utilized for Extensions and Texture). The techniques you will learn will include back combing, hair sewing, how to utilize elastic bands to create high speed up-do’s, how to make hair pins disappear., and more!

Look & Learn Bang It Out! - 5 Essential Fringe Techniques

with Sonna Brado @sonnabrado

Come and learn 5 different Fringe Techniques you can use on any client! You will walk away knowing the importance of face shape, the structure of the fringe, and how it connects or disconnects with the rest of the cut. 5 Techniques to learn: Side Swept Fringe West Coast Fringe Stair Step Curtain Fringe Wednesday Fringe The Texture Sandwich

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin Divide and Conquer - Short Hair Made Simple

with Sonna Brado @sonnabrado

PRICE: $300

CEU: 3 Hours

Saturday, April 15 12:30pm - 3:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hours

Monday, April 17 12:30pm - 1:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hours

Sunday, April 16 10:30am - 11:30am

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 3:30pm - 4:20pm

PRICE: $300

CEU: 3 Hours

Sunday, April 16 1:30pm - 4:30pm

In this hands-on cutting class, you will learn a new way to approach short hair. The pattern pieces are identified and explained in detail referencing face shape, skull shape, and the 3 primary forms of cutting.  Walk away knowing- A new pattern for Short Hair How to keep your edges soft How to identify where to place fullness in a short cut 3 texturizing techniques that make a big difference in Short Hair Each attendee will take home their mannequin head which is included in the price. You will also receive a swag bag of KMS products that support the short hairstyle we are creating, along with a YS Park Comb!  Retail value $112.00

Look & Learn Sweet Spot Bob

with Sonna Brado @sonnabrado

Bobs come in all lengths, shapes and sizes. Our job as a stylist is to choose the right one for our client!  In this class you will discover how to: Determine the best length for your client. Where to place fullness based on their individual face shape How to create texture without layers Why this classic cut will always be around!

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 12pm - 12:50pm

(license #190-000101).

HAIR CARE EDUCATION

TEC HNIQUE/CEU WORKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

Look & Learn Let’s Talk About Hair Loss with Karen Gordon @karengordonhairloss

Classes!

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 1pm - 2pm

Receding hairlines, widening parts, shedding! 85 million Americans suffer from thinning hair. If your clients are asking you about hair loss and you don’t feel confident answering, this fast-paced, information-packed class is for you.

Karen Gordon- a Certified Trichologist and leading hair loss expert, will discuss what causes hair loss, effective treatment options and ways to increase your revenue by helping clients with clients thinning hair. 60 minutes

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The Only Thing Thin Is My Hair! Women’s Hair Loss with Karen Gordon @karengordonhairloss

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 1pm - 2pm

What hairdresser hasn’t heard a  female client say “My ponytail is getting smaller,” “I think my part is getting wider,” or  “I’m afraid  to shampoo for fear more hair will fall out.” Or, maybe this is happening to you!  One in four women will experience thinning hair by the time they are 40. Karen Gordon- a Certified Trichologist and leading hair loss expert, will discuss what causes Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL) and other types of hair loss effecting women. Learn the facts so you can to talk with confidence to your client about hair loss and provide effective solutions, or maybe help yourself!

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

HAIR CARE EDUCATION

LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

ABS

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Hands-On - Includes Mannequin French Cutting! with Candy Shaw @thebalaylama

PRICE: $249

CEU: 3 Hours

Monday, April 17 1pm - 4pm

Candy Shaw’s coveted French Cutting system will open your eyes to a whole new world of possibilities using your shears. Don’t just learn another ‘hair cut’; but rather, immerse yourself in a vast array of cutting techniques that will allow to create soft, seamless and wearable styles on demand. Similar to her balayage system, French Cutting is much more efficient compared to the traditional British Method, increasing your profitability at the chair. Candy will explain the benefits of cutting everything on top of the finger, building layering from the top of the head down, and utilizing face shapes to create custom looks for your guests. If you’re looking for something fresh and new to bring back to the salon this year, French Cutting will definitely set you apart from the rest and your guests will feel the difference!

SUPPLI ES TO BRING: Straight Cutting Shear, Comb

Look & Learn Bridal Bootcamp

with Jennifer Jade Alvarez

Learn how to create updos in 5 easy steps to save time and with confidence! Have you ever had a client show you a picture of an updo and think - “I have no idea how this was created.” or “How do I start?” If you wish you had more speed, skill, and confidence in formal styling, then don’t miss this noteworthy class. Jennifer breaks down updo styling into five simple steps to create predictable and consistent results. She will help eliminate the fear of formal styling and boost your confidence in formal styling. In this look-and-learn class, you will learn the five steps to creating a beautiful updo and increasing your income as a bridal artist.

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Trending Now: Tousled High Updos

with Candice Hollub @thelovelyhairclass

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 2 Hours

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 11:30am

If you linger around Instagram or TikTok, I’m sure by now you have seen the Pamela Anderson inspired 90s upstyle making a resurgence in the wedding and event space. Think high, tousled, piled texture with heavy face framing pieces that lifts the silhouette of the face. A fan favorite for both young and mature clients as it gives a youthful appearance and allows hair to be seen in the FRONT of the face. 10/10 recommend adding this style to your bag of tricks.

Look & Learn For the Chic Bride: Mid Height Bridal Buns

with Candice Hollub @thelovelyhairclass

Prediction for an upcoming trend in updos: mid height bridal buns. This can be done with both smooth and curly textures and creates a stunning profile for any bride or bridesmaid. A lifted height for bun placement makes the style comfortable in its wear as it does not rest on the neck but still has the simplicity of a classic bun. I have several time saving tips for this style, for bridesmaids on wedding days who often ask for “something up” without giving much direction. We’ll talk through how to detail out the face frame to ensure 360 degrees of lovely.

Look & Learn Bridal Updos by the Lovely Hair Class with Candice Hollub @thelovelyhairclass

Candice will teach three bridal upstyles incorporating the current trends of ridgework, soft + low buns, and how to shape face framing pieces. She focuses on tips to create the most flattering shapes for every facial shape and time efficiency in creating updos.”

Look & Learn Ponytails: This Year’s Most Requested Bridal Trend

with Candice Hollub @thelovelyhairclass

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 17 9:30am - 11:30am

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 10:30am - 11:30am

PRICE: FREE CEU: 2 Hours

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 4pm

Move over half up hair, there’s a new style making it’s way through bridal parties and formal events through every age rage, hair type, and hair color. Using mid to long lengths of hair, the modern ponytail allows your clients to feel like an elevated version of themselves. Often times people stray away from updos because they want they want to make sure hair is still visible and full, but they want the longevity that up styles offer: enter the ponytail. High, low, all back, parted, curled, straight, wavy… the possibilities are endless but the building blocks to various ponytail styles are different. Come learn three ponytail techniques that you can incorporate into your styling back of tricks!

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Glam Waves: A Bridal Must

with Candice Hollub @thelovelyhairclass

A staple in the bridal hair world but has truly been at the forefront of hair trends for brides in the past two years. Whether overdirected and tucked on one side or parted in the center with both sides gently placed behind the ears, this style photographs beautifully and is oh, so bridal. One of those looks that appears simple in its final form but requires precision and product knowledge to build correctly. Come learn my tricks on how to create waves that last.

PRICE: FREE CEU: 2 Hours

Sunday, April 16 1pm - 3pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

HAIR CARE EDUCATION

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Hands-On - Includes Mannequin Sam Villa: The Art of Layering with Anna Peters, Jesse Linares, Teresa Romero & Sam Villa @samvillahair

americasbeautyshow.com

PRICE: $300

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Expand your long, medium, and short haircutting skills! We invite you to join Sam Villa, Teresa Romero Creative Director, & ArTeam member Jesse Linares for this rare hands-on opportunity as we immerse ourselves into our love of salon-ready education. We will guide you through a step-by-step hands-on class featuring long layers like the ‘Butterfly haircut’, then transition to today’s hottest salon request, a short-length ‘No-Panic Pixie’. Yes, 2 cuts exploring long, medium & short with premium Lydia mannequin & stand provided for you! Just bring an open mind, cutting shears, blending/texture shears, razor, 8-10 sectioning clips, filled water bottle, paddle brush, cutting combs & a salon towel

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juliArt, The Ultimate Professional Brand for Personalized Scalp Care Treatments with Yvonne Chiang

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 1:50pm

We are focused on constructing an entire ecosystem of scalp care. Our deep understanding in FMCG, particularly the professional scalp sector gives us the experience to create and execute a plan for high-value activities that span across global value chain systems. After utilizing juliArt for only 60 days on average, users report a 20.5% growth in their hair mass! After 3 months, users reported astonishing increases of 16.64% in the fine-hair density ratio - an effect that was verified by an IRB supported research study. This leads to thicker and fuller locks but also proves how powerful the combination of botanical ingredients incorporated into this product is when it comes to improving your scalp health. Specifically designed to combat all scalp-related issues, from seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis to hair loss, dandruff and folliculitis. Our potent treatments will give your scalp the same results as drug-based products without any of the resistance to medication.

Look & Learn Perspective Is Key with Ira Pope Sage of Social Art House

Open your mind to a new perspective on haircutting with Ira Pope Sage. In this fundamental class, Ira will show you how simple things can be when you think inside the box, work the rules and have proper boundaries. Inspired by his Clock Cutting Method, you’ll learn a simplified approach to precision cutting through a very original, visual, and inspirational demonstration.

Look & Learn Balayage with b3

with b3 Brazilian Bond Builder educator

Discover top trends and signature techniques from master hand painters that you can use behind the chair and boost your business with a color service that truly stands out from the competition.

On The

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 12:50pm

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 3pm - 4pm

Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage! Create & Collaborate

with Brendnetta Ashley & Jalia Pettis @jaliadp

Having a concept is one thing but executing it is something different. In this class, you will see two awesome Session Stylists produce hair and makeup looks on models as if they were preparing for a photo shoot. If you are struggling with time management, how to conceptualize and execute a great look that will accentuate your individual skills you want to attend this Look and Learn event! It is much easier than you may think and this class will give you actionable steps to make it happen.

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Global Textures: Are YOU Ready?

with Coral Lahiani @corallahiani

This class will explore the need for today’s stylists to understand global textures by helping them consider how our industry is being shaped by a changing world and how to prepare for it.

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 12:50pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 2pm

Monday, April 17 2:30pm - 3:30pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required

Look & Learn Head Lab 101: It Starts at the Scalp

with Missy Peterson @malibucpro

Learn how Head Lab® will improve your bottom line and your client’s trust in you. Incorporate new technologies and formulas to pivot your business and expand your service menu. Beautiful hair can’t happen without a clarified and conditioned scalp. Two facts: Everyone has a scalp and everyone uses water. Water is essential, but it also hides secrets. Malibu C pioneered mineral removal from the hair and scalp. We’re taking it even further.

Look & Learn Head Lab 101: It Starts at the Scalp with Brandon

Johns @malibucpro

Learn how Head Lab® will improve your bottom line and your client’s trust in you. Incorporate new technologies and formulas to pivot your business and expand your service menu. Beautiful hair can’t happen without a clarified and conditioned scalp. Two facts: Everyone has a scalp and everyone uses water. Water is essential, but it also hides secrets. Malibu C pioneered mineral removal from the hair and scalp. We’re taking it even further.

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Learn

911: Hair Emergency!

with Missy Peterson @malibucpro

Let’s face it: Color catastrophes happen to all of us! Nearly every colorist experiences unexpected disasters — this class is designed to arm you with the tools you need to become an expert problem solver, no matter what challenge you face! These simple solutions for common color disasters will help you turn any 911 Color Emergency into an opportunity to boost your revenue.

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The Signature Smoothwith NKST & NKSTB

with Paul Dobbert

Transform your business with NKST, our award-winning signature smoother, and NKSTB, a reparative smoothing treatment for fine, damaged, overprocessed hair. Boost your business and deliver beautiful hair every day, with results that last up to 5 months!

Look & Learn Zenagen: Become a Hair Loss Specialist!

with Chad White & Eddie Ohanian

Hair Loss is the fastest-growing category in the hair industry. Why? Because the number of clients suffering is growing daily and they are looking for solutions from YOU. In this class from hair loss leader: ZENAGEN, you’ll catch up on the latest science, reasons and solutions to treat and manage the condition.

Look & Learn Keratherapy: Keratin Replenishment

with Eddie Ohanian & Gina Knott

Does your client’s hair suffer from any of these symptoms? Hair breaks more easily; lacks shine; has split ends’ can be brittle, thin, and frizzy; has difficulty holding the color; is unmanageable. They may be keratin deficient. Join this information session on keratin replenishment to learn how to improve hair that has been neglected, damaged, or aged. Strategically choosing products formulated with keratin will help return your hair to its healthy, strong state. That is where Keratherapy comes in!

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 4pm - 5pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 10:30am - 11:30am

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 1pm

Monday, April 17 4pm - 5pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 1pm - 2pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

Monday, April 17 12:30pm - 1:30pm

PRICE: $29.99

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Sunday, April 16 1:30pm - 3pm

PRICE: $29.99

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Sunday, April 16 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Monday, April 17 3pm - 4pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 3pm - 4pm

Join

Sunday, April 16 10am - 11am

Monday, April 17 1pm - 2pm

HAIR CARE EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS

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Keraplasty Keratin Smoothing Treatment: Hair Botox, Capilar Surgery, and Keratin... 3-In-1 with Laura Stelpleton @kerarx

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2pm - 2:50pm

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 12:50pm

The average ticket for a Keratin Smoothing Treatment is $300. If you do ONE client a week, every week for a year, that’s almost $20,000! (Now multiply those same results by the REAL number of clients you will see each week… and we are talking about some serious money.) Earn more $$$ for yourself and your salon by learning the benefits of adding a formaldehyde-free keratin smoothing system to your service menu. In this exciting class, attendees will explore the differences between some of the industry's most popular smoothing treatments/keratins while learning more about the revolutionary new Keraplasty Keratin Smoothing System, a Triphasic formulation which thickens hair by replacing amino acids missing in the hair strand, restructures disulfide bonds to reduce/control curl, and improves the condition of the hair by creating a protective protein layer around the hair to eliminate frizz/smooth the cuticle for up to 4 months, all without Formaldehyde/Methylene Glycol... or those awful fumes found in some other keratin lines! **All class attendees will have the opportunity to earn their Keraplastician Certification and will receive a certificate showing completion.**

Monday, April 17 12pm - 12:50pm

Look & Learn

Keraplasty Keratin Smoothing Treatment: Hair Botox, Capilar Surgery, and Keratin... 3-In-1

with Jeremiah Sammons @kerarx

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 12pm - 12:50pm

The average ticket for a Keratin Smoothing Treatment is $300. If you do ONE client a week, every week for a year, that’s almost $20,000! (Now multiply those same results by the REAL number of clients you will see each week… and we are talking about some serious money.) Earn more $$$ for yourself and your salon by learning the benefits of adding formaldehyde-free keratin smoothing system to your service menu. In this exciting class, attendees will explore the differences between some of the industry's most popular smoothing treatments/keratins while learning more about the revolutionary new Keraplasty Keratin Smoothing System, a Triphasic formulation which thickens hair by replacing amino acids missing in the hair strand, restructures disulfide bonds to reduce/control curl, and improves the condition of the hair by creating a protective protein layer around the hair to eliminate frizz/smooth the cuticle for up to 4 months, all without Formaldehyde/Methylene Glycol... or those awful fumes found in some other keratin lines! **All class attendees will be able to earn their Keraplastician Certification and receive a certificate showing completion.**

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Brazilian Blowout Certification

with Tyler True @tylertruehair

Learn how you can give your clients the hair of a lifetime while generating more revenue in less time with the only smoothing service asked for by name!

Look & Learn Brazilian Blowout Certification

with Thomas Schiavone @thomas.everett

Learn how you can give your clients the hair of a lifetime while generating more revenue in less time with the only smoothing service asked for by name!

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 1:30pm - 2:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 12pm - 1pm

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 10:30am

LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

HAIR CARE - LIVE! ON STAGES

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage!

Glam Beach Waves with Presley Poe @presleypoe

In this class we will discuss tools and styling products used, how to use the shape of the head for styling made easy, as well as texture discussion and placement.

Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage!

Short Hair Sculpting, by Hair Has No Gender

with Jamie DiGrazia of Social Art House

This Class Is On The

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 11am - 11:50am

Monday, April 17 1pm - 1:50pm

On

PRICE: FREE Monday, April 17 11am - 11:50am

Short Hair Sculpting, by Hair, Has No Gender, is a comprehensive class focusing on gender-affirming consultation and technical skill building. In this program, salon professionals will learn new ways to use their existing tools and practice affirming and inclusive language with open-ended questioning techniques.  Discover how to design short hair shapes suitable for the client’s hair length, texture, and lifestyle. These inclusive best practices can be adapted into the salon’s current business model to ensure a positive, safe and successful salon experience.

Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage! Cut and Color in Your Headspace

with Chita Beseau Ira & Pope Sage of Social Art House

What’s in your headspace? Join Chita and Ira as they take you on a journey through their HEADSPACE and open your mind to a new perspective of creative haircutting & coloring.

PRICE: FREE Sunday, April 16 3pm - 3:50pm

Ira’s headspace is haircutting – he will share his unique perspective on precision cutting utilizing his Clock Cutting Method. Chita’s headspace is vivid color – she will show you how to create results that look like art with color placement techniques for creative haircuts. Together, through a very original, visual, and inspirational demonstration, you’ll learn how creating from your HEADSPACE can help define your professional difference, carve out your place in the market, and find the clients that are meant for you!

Look & Learn - On THE RUNWAY@ABS! Come As You Are with Ammon Carver, Jack Howard & Jamie DiGrazia of Social Art House

PRICE: FREE

Saturday, April 15 3pm - 3:50pm

As we embark into the future, there is a clear awareness that beauty comes in many forms, shapes, and expressions. Beauty is celebrated through our differences and the ability to self-express and accept ourselves. Join Ammon, Jamie, and Jack as they walk you through today’s definition of beauty and the conversations with their clients so that they feel seen, heard, safe, respected, and celebrated in being themselves and expressing all aspects of their identities.

Look & Learn - On THE RUNWAY@ABS!

Razor Essentials with Nick Arrojo @nickarrojo

This Class Is On

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 17 4pm - 4:45pm

Discover a pioneering approach to precision-based razor cutting as Nick Arrojo takes you through vital basics like how to correctly hold the razor through to exciting trends like creating space, texture, and taper in the cut and style. This class is perfect to inspire you to pick up the straightedge blade to create modern wearable styles.

Look & Learn - On THE RUNWAY@ABS!

Thrive On: The Sam Villa Cutting & Finishing Collective

This Class Is On

PRICE: FREE Sunday, April 16 11am - 11:45am

with Anna Peters, Jesse Linares, Teresa Romero & Sam Villa @samvillahair

Education is the pathway to success & the Sam Villa Education team is collectively committed to the career-minded Beauty Professional. We invite you to join us in learning simple approaches for stunning haircuts & finishes that enhance all textures for modern, smooth finishes to voluminous rippled textures. Join us in discovering how to elevate your upstyling & exceptional event work with fuss-free finishes. Together we want to boost our industry by sharpening & expanding skill sets while promoting hairdressers’ health for long, prosperous & pain-free careers.

This Class Is On

Look & Learn - On THE RUNWAY@ABS!

Sam Villa TikTok Moment

with Sam Villa @samvillahair

PRICE: FREE Monday, April 17 3pm - 3:45pm

Join Sam Villa & three (3) up-and-coming viral stylists from TikTok for an innovative collab panel sharing all things trending color & cuts! These artists will demonstrate their trend-worthy looks by sharing simplistic ways you can recreate them behind the chair & creatively capture content for social! Don’t miss this immersive class that will help you grow & evolve your salon business by hearing how you can stay social in 2023 & on top of trends.

TEXTURE & BRAIDING EDUCATION

TEC HNIQUE/CEU WORKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

Classes!

Look & Learn Language of Texture

with Keya Neal @Keyaartistically #ITAP Team

Changing the negative connotations pertaining to textured or curly hair requires education in our areas of weakness before we can take steps to challenge the narrative. Learn how to understand and identify the various fabrics of hair, how to customize your consultation, and approach any hair type that sits in your chair with confidence

Look & Learn Curls, Curls, Curls…

with Leysa Carrillo & Lindsey Olson

Join Forever Curls Academy founder Leysa Carrillo and NAHA Finalist Lindsey Olson as they share their tips and tricks for all textures. Leysa and Lindsey are known for their extraordinary attention to blonding even the most curly of textures and together they will set your inspiration aflame with fast & simple applications that won’t break your body but will make you that money!

Look & Learn Curl Perfection

with Shannon McKee @shannon.surfacehair & Dawn McKee @dawnsurfacehair

The ULTIMATE curly guest experience with 2 of the fastest segments in our industry; CURLS & DETOX SCALP

CARE! Perfect your curly cutting techniques, while discovering new income potential with Surface’s Curly Hair Treatment Menu, featuring Awaken Scalp Facials, Curls Bake and Color Clarity Shine Treatments! Elevate your curly styling with techniques & set patterns featuring our NEW Curls Oil Gel for a touchable and defined style that ALL curly guests will love.

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Botanical Series - PBO, KCSMOOTH & KCTEXTURE

with DeAndra Pearce @deandragiselle

Calling all textures! Customize your smooth with the Botanical Series of Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatments! Discover how to control frizz and maximize smooth with PBO, get maximum manageability in less time with KCSMOOTH, and enhance and define all curly hair types—with no heat needed, with KCTEXTURE.

Look & Learn Relaxer 411

with Terese Powell @trezhaskins

The natural hair craze has taken over but the relaxer is coming back strong. Are your skills still up to par? Learn how to properly relax hair without burning the scalp or causing irritation. We are going to cover retouch and virgin relaxer techniques.Understand the difference between under and over-processed hair and how to correct both.

Look & Learn Silkiest Silk Press

with Terese Powell @trezhaskins

How do you create a silky look on natural hair without a relaxer, keratin, or a smoothing system? We show you step-by-step how to create the silkiest silk press you’ve ever achieved that will actually last for your client. Learn proper hydration techniques and how to maintain natural or transitional hair textures. Create that instafamous #GlassHair look your clients request.

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 10:30am 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 4pm - 5pm

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 10:30am

Monday, April 17 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

SalonCentric is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190000542)

TEXTURE & BRAIDING EDUCATION

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Look & Learn

Effortless Mid-Height Updo

with Alexandra Wilson @AlexandraLee1016 #ITAP Team

Learn how to create undone & effortless texture. Learn time saving tips & tricks. Explore the products to bring your updo to life

Look & Learn

OLAPLEX Essentials

with Ashley Hofstrand @ashleyhoffy

Transform your business with the power of OLAPLEX. This class dives deep into the patented bond-building technology behind our innovative products and how to customize your in-salon services with the OLAPLEX System that repairs, strengthens, and protects your client’s hair. In addition, gain a comprehensive understanding of our at-home portfolio that meets your clients’ desire for strong, healthy hair.

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Learn

Esenciales de OLAPLEX (Spanish)

with Karol De Jesus-Negron @kaybeglam

Transforme su negocio con el poder de OLAPLEX. Esta clase profundiza en la tecnología patentada de creación de enlaces detrás de nuestros productos innovadores y cómo personalizar sus servicios en el salón con el Sistema OLAPLEX que repara, fortalece y protege el cabello de su cliente. Además, obtenga una comprensión integral de nuestra portafolio de productos para el hogar que satisface el deseo de sus clientes de tener un cabello fuerte y saludable.

Look & Learn I Do! Bridal Updos!

with Shaquanna Young @cocoastylist

The Bridal market is a billion-dollar industry. Learn how to tap into this market. In this class, Melanie and Tara will show you the latest money-making wedding styles for both relaxed and natural hair, how to price them, and how to book them appropriately.

Look & Learn Curls for the Girls

with Shaquanna Young @cocoastylist

Clients who aren’t naturally curly may still want to sport a curly look. How do you give them that? Curls for the Girls is a wet styling class that will show you how to take dull, lifeless hair and give it popping curls that will last. Go from straight to curly in these easy-to-learn steps. You’re going to learn how to create curly looks on a variety of hair textures in this class.

Look & Learn Stop Oiling! Start Hydrating

with Shaquanna Young @cocoastylist

We will show you proper hydration techniques for natural hair. The key to maintaining healthy, hydrated hair is in the products and techniques. Get the list of items to avoid in your natural clients’ hair! Learn how to hydrate properly for a twist and out and silk press.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 2pm

Sunday, April 16

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Monday, April 17 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 4pm - 5pm

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 10:30am

Monday, April 17 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 12:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 10:30am

Wigs,Weaves & Extensions

WIGS, WEAVES & EXTENSIONS EDUCATION

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Look & Learn - On THE RUNWAY@ABS! Elevate your Extensions with Hotheads® @hotheadshairextensions with Belinda Benham, Jesse Marriott & Natilie Ruzgis

PRICE: FREE

Saturday, April 15 3pm - 3:50pm

Monday, April 17 11am - 11:45am

Watch our Hotheads Master Educators bring hair dreams to life with our new premium luxury hair extension collection sourced in Continental Europe, Lush by Hotheads. Learn how to add volume with our “Four for Fullness” technique, create chemical-free color services using extensions, or give your clients looking for some extra drama a full head transformation. Hair extensions can create magic- let us show you how!

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Pricing Strategies for Hair Extensions to WORK LESS and MAKE MORE $$$

with Jaqueline Figueroa

PRICE: $50

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 11:30am

If you’re new to hair extension services or a veteran extensions expert considering increasing your 2023 pricing schedule, this session is for you. Jaqueline shares the strategies she used over the years to build her 6 figure business which now allows her to have the life she’s always deserved earning more than double what she’d made before. Get the strategy and the equations so you can plug-n-play for straightforward pricing. Let us help you make 2023 the year you start building a better business for a better life. YOU GET: A GREAT SWAG BAG!

Look & Learn Perfect the Look. Get the Shot.

with Vicki Casciola @vickicasciola

@vickicasciola also know as The Hair Gypsy teaches you how to curate every transformation behind the chair for that perfect Insta-worthy shot.  Learn everything from lighting to body language.  We have a NEW hairtalk® Multimethod Extension Tray as your gift for coming to Victoria’s session.

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OnStage: The Latest in Hair Extension Technology with

Bernard

Ory & Eddie Ohanian

Check out the LATEST in hair extension technology! Ethically sourced, premium, 100% human hair extensions that are fast and easy to apply, remove, AND reuse! NO glue, NO heat, NO solvents, NO tape, NO strings, NO braiding! Don’t miss out on this: OnStage Hair Extensions!

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Enhance Extensions & Curate Curls with Hotheads x Curl Cult with

Amanda Barnoski & Janine Jarman

PRICE: $100

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 12:30pm - 2pm

PRICE: $29.99

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:15pm - 1:15pm

Sunday, April 16 11:45am - 1:15pm

Monday, April 17 11:45am - 1:15pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 2pm - 3:30pm

Join Hotheads and Curl Cult® for a collaborative learning experience customizing extensions for your clients by creating permanent waves, curls and texture. This look & learn class will include a live demo and walk you through creating custom texture on multiple types of Hotheads extensions utilizing the Curl Cult® system, Wrapping, setting & processing guidelines to match your clients natural texture, Application & Installation – A detailed breakdown of every step in the process & Cutting, finishing and styling your client properly for the perfect blend.

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Introduction to Donna Bella Hair

with Melissa Hart

Introduction Class to all things Donna Bella Hair! We go over our Products, Education, and a brief “How To” install!

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Introduction to Donna Bella Hair

with Karissa Balfanz

Introduction Class to all things Donna Bella Hair! We go over our Products, Education, and a brief “How To” install!

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Introduction to Donna Bella Hair

with Danielle Sauber

Introduction Class to all things Donna Bella Hair! We go over our Products, Education, and a brief “How To” install!

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2pm - 3:15pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 12:45pm - 2pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 12:45pm - 2pm

(license #190-000101).

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin

hairtalk® Hairwear Master Certification

with Heather Rafalski @hairtalkusa

Experience hands-on certification at exclusive ABS 2023 pricing learning semi-permanent hair enhancement application, removal, care and more. This course allows you to give your clients life change hair without shaving or bonding agents. Receive a full certification kit which includes a Remy human hairtalk Hairwear® piece to take behind the chair and demonstrate to your clients.

YOU GET: Human Hair Training Mannequin, Hairwear® Hair Enhancement, Professional Color Ring, Synthetic Practice Hair TAPE, Rattail Comb, Hairwear Application Tool, Tape Tabs - Hairwear, Remove Solvent, Hairtalk Stylist Tote

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin

hairtalk® Weft Master Certification

with Hadeel Khaireddin @hustlehairstudio

Experience hands-on certification at exclusive ABS 2023 pricing, learning sew-in weft hair enhancement application, move up, blending, removal, care, pricing, social media strategies, and more. Learn this trending method to give your clients those confidence-building looks that MAKE YOU MORE MONEY behind the chair! Receive a complete certification kit with all the tools you’ll need to launch your extension services the next day!

PRICE: $399

CEU: 4 Hours

Saturday, April 15 12noon - 4pm

PRICE: $499

CEU: 7 Hours

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 4:30pm

YOU GET: Human Hair Training Mannequin, Professional Color Ring, Practice Hair, Comb, Clips, Weft Tool case w/ needles, pliers, and bead looper, Instant Beaded Row™ hairtalk® Stylist Tote, and MORE!

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin

Hotheads Pro Tape Certification

with Amanda Barnoski @hotheadshairextensions

PRICE: $199

CEU: 3 Hours

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 2:30pm

Considered the quickest, most profitable extension service around, this in-person Pro Tape certification experience includes full immersion with mannequin application and removal, cutting and blending tips, reapplication and maintenance, as well as invaluable extension business know-how. YOU GET: Remove Solvent, Rattail Comb, Extension Tape Tabs, Micro Tape Tabs, Reapplication Board, Training Manual, Tape Practice Hair, Alligator Clips

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin LUSH By Hotheads Multi-Weft Method

with Laura Ashley @hotheadshairextensions

PRICE: $299

CEU: 7 Hours

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 4:30pm

Start lining up your fine-haired clients, because you’re about to make their extension dreams come true! It’s time to learn the Wholy Sewn method, a solution for fine/thin hair that needs a little extra care. Working in partnership with Wholy Hair, Hotheads pros will teach you how easy it is to master the art of this targeted vertical-bead technique, designed to provide extra-secure length, volume, and client comfort, while minimizing tension on fragile strands. This method provides ultimate versatility as you will learn how to “hide” your beads in your foundation, and do move ups in between applications!

YOU GET: Weft Tool Pouch (inc. Bead Looper, Weft Plier, Curved C-Needle, Curved Sewing Scissor), Sectioning Ring, Rattail Comb, Velcro Grippers, Beads, Thread, Alligator Clips, Single Prong Clips, Medical Marker, Training Manual, Weft Practice Synthetic Hair

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin

Hotheads Sew-In Weft Certification

with Cheryl Weeks @hotheadshairextensions

PRICE: $249

CEU: 4 Hours

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 1:30pm

Learn the trending method that’s HOT right now, with our in-person Sew-In Weft certification class. This up-closeand-personal session includes hands on d application using synthetic weft practice hair. You will also learn client consultation tips, color matching, pricing, order building, cutting and blending, as well as daily maintenance and extension business know-how.

YOU GET: Weft Tool Pouch (inc. Bead Looper, Weft Plier, Curved C-Needle, Curved Sewing Scissor), Sectioning Ring, Rattail Comb, Velcro Grippers, Beads, Thread, Alligator Clips, Single Prong Clips, Medical Marker, Training Manual, Weft Practice Synthetic Hair

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin

Kera-Link (Fusion) Certification Class

with Amie Gibson

Certification for Kera-Link (Fusion) Extensions + Starter Kit

PLEASE BRING : Shears, Combs, and Clips

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin Hybrid

Weft Certification Class

with Jessica Mahr

Certification for Hybrid Weft Extensions + Starter Kit

PLEASE BRING : Shears, Combs, and Clips

PRICE: $599

CEU: 3.5 Hours

Sunday, April 16 9am - 12:30pm

PRICE: $599

CEU: 3.5 Hours

Monday, April 17 9am - 12:30pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

BARBER & GROOMING EDUCATION

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

Looking for more details visit americasbeautyshow.com

Look & Learn Creative Clipper Cutting with Color

with Stormi Kelley @juststormi

Join Andis Global Educator, Stormi Kelley as she walks you through the art of perfecting color and cutting. Join Stormi as she discusses color principals to pair perfectly for her cutting. In this class you will walk away with tool care, knowledge, fundamental barbering skills to perfect your fade for that eye catching color.

Look & Learn Barbering Trends

with Kenny Duncan @kduncangrooming

Join Andis North American Artistic Team Lead, Kenny Duncan to talk all trends and will show you how to create the hottest and latest looks seen on the red carpet, the basketball court and on the big screen. In this ever-changing scene, you need to be equipped with the right skills to pull off any look your client requests. You will leave with another trick in your toolbox helping you feel more confident behind the chair.

Look & Learn Essential Clipper Cutting

with Danny Amorim @SuccessAddict

Have you ever executed a precise haircut only to step back and see it doesn’t look quite right on your client? In this class, join Global Andis Educator, Danny Amorim we will take a closer look into head shape and proportion, hair texture and unique bone structure, proper product application and styling. You will leave feeling confident in recommending the proper hairstyle for the client in your chair.

Look & Learn One Men’s Haircut = One Career

with Ivan Zoot @ivanzoot

You can build an entire career on the mastery of a single haircut. Serve many and any client with slight modifications and variations on a solid foundational shape. How do I know it works? Because I did it and you can too.

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The No Blend Classic Tapered Men’s Haircut

with Ivan Zoot @ivanzoot

Blending is hard. Blending takes a lot of time. How about if you had a way to cut a classic taper clipper cut without the need to blend as a separate step? blending step? How about if you got the blend for FREE, automatically?

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Haircut Efficiency Secrets of the Guinness World Haircutting Records

with Ivan Zoot @ivanzoot

Ivan shares the system he developed in his successful bids to break the three Guinness World Haircutting records. Apply these principles to your work to increase efficiency, productivity and profits behind your chair.

Look & Learn The Modern Mullet

with Ivan Zoot @ivanzoot

Mullets are back, but they are different. This is not your dad’s 1980s mullet. This thing rocks. You can rock this cut for your clients.

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 1:50pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 10:30am - 11:20am

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 10am - 10:50am

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 2pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:30pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 10:30am - 11:30am

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

BARBER & GROOMING EDUCATION

TEC HNIQUE/CEU WORKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

ON SHOW FLOOR AT

BARBER CONNECTION

Valdez

Look & Learn - On the The Barber Connection Stage Johnny B. Get Technical: Clipper Cutting with Johnathan

Barbers looking to master their craft through education should enroll in this class. In-depth instruction by veteran Johnny B. educators ensures that participants walk away with an enhanced knowledge of the skills required for today’s grooming trends. Hone the clipper-over-comb technique, blending, line-ups and styling while learning detailed product knowledge from one of the leading men’s lines in the industry. Class also features a full men’s shave portion.

Look & Learn - On the The Barber Connection Stage The Social Cut

with John Mosley @popular_nobody

ON SHOW FLOOR AT

BARBER CONNECTION

Welcome to the world that we live in, are you ready to make the cut and be social? I’m here to teach you how to make the two worlds come together and share your skill set and creativity with the world. I’ll be teaching clipper cutting techniques followed by tips on how to capture the best image to post on your social media channels. Drop your fear and enjoy the Social Cut class.

ON SHOW FLOOR AT

Look & Learn - On the The Barber Connection Stage Successful Barbering with

Danny Amorim @SuccessAddict

BARBER CONNECTION

Join Andis Global Educator, Danny Amorim aka @SuccessAddict to learn all things barbering. Walk away with elevating your technical skills to be more precise and systematic while learning the tips and tricks to building your business.

PRICE: FREE Sunday, April 16 12pm - 12:50pm

PRICE: FREE Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE Monday, April 17 2pm - 2:50pm

CARLOS ESTRELLA

BARBER & GROOMING EDUCATION

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Look & Learn The Social Cut

with John Mosely @popular_nobody

Welcome to the world that we live in, are you ready to make the cut and be social? Andis Global Educator and 2022 NAHA Educator of the Year, John Mosley will teach you how to make the two worlds come together and share your skill set and creativity with the world. You’ll learn clipper cutting techniques followed by tips on how to capture the best image to post on your social media channels. Drop your fear and enjoy the Social Cut class.

Look & Learn Fading Fundamentals

with John Mosley @popular_nobody

Join Andis Global Educator and 2022 NAHA Educator of the year, John Mosley as we dive deep into when to fade, the different styles and types of fades, placement of the blend, and terminology and tools to use. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by doing a fade, this is the class for you. You’ll have a better understanding of how to approach a faded haircut on any hair type, when to execute a low, medium, or high fade and how to blend seamlessly.

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Creative Cutting

with Kenny Duncan @kduncangrooming

Craft your concept and join in on this growing trend! You will learn how to efficiently create highly sought-after creative design styles. After finishing the initial haircut, you will learn how to systematically cut designs in the hair to take the style to the next level! Learn how to select the right tool and blade adjustment to execute precise lines and sharp edges for the end result your clients are asking for.

Look & Learn Clipper Over Comb

with Stormi Kelley @juststormi

Perfect the art of fading. In this class, join Andis Global Educator, Stormi Kelley to take learn a systematic approach to clipper cutting without attachment combs, teach you how to use clipper-over-comb to control your fades, tapers and longer shapes while encouraging your haircut to grow out softer, providing better longevity and maintaining a soft blending process. You will leave with new tricks in your clipper-cutting arsenal.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 12:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Monday, April 17 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

Monday, April 17 2pm - 3pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

SalonCentric is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190000542)

Classes!

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.

INTA NAIL EDUCATION

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

Looking for more details visit americasbeautyshow.com

Look & Learn Hard Gels Made Easy

with Jamie Schrabeck @precisionnails

With so many products available to lengthen and reinforce nails, what’s best for your clients and most efficient for you? Learn how hard gel enhancements easily extend natural nails and protect with a beautiful, durable finish. Regardless of which brands you prefer, simplifying your application and maintenance procedures will minimize your time, filing and effort while eliminating lifting and breakage.

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Waterless Spa Pedicures

with Jamie Schrabeck @precisionnails

Learn how to give clients a relaxing and effective pedicure experience that’s cleaner, greener and smarter than what most salons offer.

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Massage for Manicurists

with Jamie Schrabeck @precisionnails

Massage should be the best part of your manicures and pedicures, but it’s often the most neglected and rushed. Make yours more memorable with techniques that don’t require any specialized knowledge, expensive training or additional equipment. Develop your own routine to impress your clients, work with products that you can retail and protect your body with proper positioning and movement.

Look & Learn Price Yourself Right

with Jamie Schrabeck @precisionnails

Not sure how to price your services? Frustrated by vague advice to “charge your worth?” Take the guesswork out of pricing by learning the simplest way to do the math for yourself. Calculating your operational, product and labor costs gives you the information you need to translate your passion for nails into a financially rewarding career as a respected professional.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16

10:30am - 11:30am

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 10:30am - 11:30am

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

RONIT ENOS

AUTHOR OF PROFIT FIRST FOR SALONS

NEW & ONLY AT ABS!

Clear your calendar for this 3-hour business workshop for salon and spa owners!

VIP DAY VIP DAY with

RO NIT ENOS

The 5-Step Blueprint to Build a 7-figure Salon with an A-Player Team: Ronit Enos, author Profit First for Salons, and her Salon Cadence team

MONDAY, APRIL 17

9am - 1pm

TICKETS are just $297

A LOT of successful beauty business owners get stuck at 6-figures, even when they’re working non-stop and sacrificing time, health, and sanity... for years. The solution is a clear strategy focused on building a team-managed company with a profitable cash flow system, resulting in exponential growth and wider positive impact. Walk away with a system that has helped thousands of salon and spa owners scale to 7-figures and beyond.

In just one day, you’ll walk away with everything you need to:

• Strategic Vision and Plan: What you need to hit your biggest financial goals (in record time) to gain the freedom of time you deserve

• Cash Flow: Learn the step-by-step process to set up your money management system that has one purpose - Building Profits

• Grow your Network: Build relationships with other high-level salon, spa, and barbershop owners from across the nation that can open doors for you

• Attract an A-Player Team: How to build a team to act on your vision and grow past the 7-Figures

• Execution: Take a deep-dive into your business and get direct support and feedback from Ronit and her team

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

Look & Learn - PANEL DISCUSSION TIK TOK TRIO Panel Discussion

with Theresa Van Dam (@theresavandamstylist), Siri Parks (@styled_by_siri) & Meg Gilbert (@mermeghair)

Get social! TikTok Influencers, Activations, and Interactions! Come meet Theresa Van Dam, Siiri Parks and Meg Gilbert as they explain how they get more business now using TIK TOK! See what all the TIK TOK can do for you!

Look & Learn Social Savvy Stylist

with

Olivia Thompson @omgartistry

PRICE: FREE

Monday, April 17 10am

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 12pm - 12:50pm

Let’s break the internet! Come connect with social media expert Olivia Thompson @omgartistry as she teaches you the simple ways to get more clients in your chair using the power of social media. She is a trained videographer and photographer who has translated her education into the hair world. Olivia will show you:   - Hair Photography and why never to call clients models  - How to create beautiful social media content that will get you noticed - Purposeful posting and using Instagram with intention - Increase social engagement - Her go-to hacks for achieving perfect lighting - How to crack the Instagram algorithm - And you’ll get to see Olivia in action for Q + A. It is sure to take your business and personal brand to the next level! Olivia’s incredible presentation will give you all the necessary tools you need to conquer challenges in your everyday life, business, or career path that will lead you to Insta-success.

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Learn

Bride-To-Be: Business Basics

with Jalia Pettis @ jaliadp

When it comes to booking brides you have to maintain an open line of communication. In this bridal basics class we talk about the consultation process starting with the trial through the contract as well booking the ceremony. Your preparation also includes an array of products for varying skin tones, hair types and textures. Let’s dive deeper than just the actual service but focus on how to sell your services from start to finish!

Look & Learn Your Image, Your Brand

with

Jalia Pettis @jaliadp

In the first five minutes of meeting someone, you can tell the level of connection to be made with that person. this means first impressions mean a great deal and your personal image coincides when you are an entrepreneur. Your image should align with your brand and in this class, we will discuss ways to make the two effectively speak for you.

Look & Learn The Beauty of Finance

with Anna Manukyan of Ulta Beauty

Pro Team

Join Anna Manukyan, Ulta Beauty’s Sr. Director of Education and Creative, as she takes you through the Beauty of Finance - how to set yourself up for success with your finances and what you can do to up your finance game. Anna’s expert tips will help you better understand your finances and what you can do now that will set you up for your future.

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin Bridal Bada$$

with Jennifer Jade Alvarez

If your goal this year is to grow your profits, skills, and confidence in the bridal industry, this is a must-attend class. Learn business techniques to attract a luxury market and create the #1 requested updo. Jennifer breaks down in five steps how to create an updo that enhances shape, gives high shine, and effortless finish. She shares her hot tips on how to work with every hair texture, long-lasting, and picture-worthy quality design. Learn proven strategies that will increase your profits and your dream bridal clientele.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 10am - 11am

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 12pm - 1pm

Sunday, April 16 10am - 11am

Monday, April 17 10am - 11am

PRICE: $175

CEU: 2 Hours

Sunday, April 16 1:30pm - 3:30pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

Look & Learn

The Future of Beauty Careers: Leveraging Cutting-Edge Marketing & Branding Tools

with Ronit Enos

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 1pm - 1:50pm

Innovative and Impactful Marketing and Branding in 2023: How technology has changed since 2022 and what you need to know to adapt to the new era of marketing.   Studies have shown that in the next decade, we’ll be seeing an increased integration of AI and robotics across all industries. This will have a significant impact on workplace efficiency, as many tasks can now be automated and replaced by technology. These AI and automation tools will bring opportunities for our industry to grow exponentially and improve our marketing and branding strategies. In fact... this description was brought to you by AI... Learn how getting ahead of the ever growing marketing technologies can help you optimize and grow your business and your brand.

Look & Learn How to Build a Profit First Salon

with Ronit Enos

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Is growth seemingly out of your reach, no matter how many hours you put into your salon? People in our industry often confuse grinding and working harder is the only way to scale. But you know that’s not true. You’ve been working long hours, spending time away from those you love, and left feeling trapped behind the chair. And with your depleted energy and burnout your new reality, who has time for change? Change isn’t going to come from working more. It’s about having the right system in place to stimulate growth in less time, with less overhead and less of your bandwidth

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Get the 5-Step Blueprint to Build a 7-Figure Salon with an A-Player Team

with Ronit Enos

PRICE: $299

CEU: 3 Hours

Monday, April 17 9am - 12pm

Walk away with the proven system that has helped thousands of successful salon & spa owners stuck at high 6 to scale to 7-figures and beyond! In just one day, you’ll walk away with everything you need to: ·  Strategic Vision and Plan: What you need to hit your biggest financial goals (in record time) to gain the freedom of time you deserve ·  Cash Flow: Learn the step-by-step process to set up your money management system that has one purpose - Building Profits  ·  Grow your Network: Build relationships with other high-level salon, spa, and barbershop owners from across the nation that can open doors for you ·  Attract an A-Player Team: How to build a team to act on your vision and grow past the 7-Figures ·  Execution: Take a deep-dive into your business and get direct support and feedback from Ronit and her team

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Oh no! Don’t Let Accidents Happen! Protect Your Business!

with Liz Klein

Are you frustrated? Do you question why things don’t get any easier? Come to unlock your path to success. Open Accidents happen and having the protection you need is essential for a successful career. Understanding how liability insurance can help you and your business.

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Scaling Up: Tips and Tricks to Grow Your Business

with Liz Klein

How building your business from behind the chair by customer experience, social media and marketing can help boost your income.

Look & Learn Pricing Strategies for Hair Extensions to WORK LESS and MAKE MORE $$$

with Jaqueline Figueroa

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 3:30pm - 4:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 12:30pm

PRICE: $50

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 11:30am

If you’re new to hair extension services or a veteran extensions expert considering increasing your 2023 pricing schedule, this session is for you. Jaqueline shares the strategies she used over the years to build her 6 figure business which now allows her to have the life she’s always deserved earning more than double what she’d made before. Get the strategy and the equations so you can plug-n-play for straightforward pricing. Let us help you make 2023 the year you start building a better business for a better life.

YOU GET: Human Hair Training Mannequin, Professional Color Ring, Practice Hair, Comb, Clips, Weft Tool case w/ needles, pliers, and bead looper, Instant Beaded Row™ hairtalk® Stylist Tote, and MORE!

subject

change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

Looking for more details visit americasbeautyshow.com

Look & Learn Unlock Your Path to Success

with Kathryn Hinckley of Moso Method Consulting Group

Are you frustrated? Do you question why things don’t get any easier? Come to unlock your path to success. Open yourself up to a personal and professional transformation. You will become aware of your current mindset and learn how to lead yourself toward an intentional future by turning your thoughts into action and your dreams into reality.

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Intentional Success

with Kathryn Hinckley of Moso Method Consulting Group

Every move you make creates a ripple. Make sure the waves you make are the ones you want. We all hope for an opportunity in our lives, but are you ready for it when it comes your way? Learn how to intentionally prepare for the unlimited options you will learn to see around you.

Look & Learn The Difference is YOU

with Kathryn Hinckley of Moso Method Consulting Group

One thousand people can do what you do. Learn to set yourself apart from the crowd! Learn how to create a sustainable, fulfilling, successful life.

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Chita Beseau; The Reimagined Stylist

with Chita Beseau of Social Art House

The Reimagined Stylist is a practical playground for career exploration, skill discovery, and creative inspiration for the curious stylist with big dreams. Chita will reframe your perspective and bridge the gap between what you’ve been told versus the possibilities within reach.  This playful and creative classroom is founded on essential ‘beauty blocks’ that focus your passion and strengths with the available career opportunities that fit you best.  Join Chita as she opens the doorway to a reimagined future and a reimagined you.

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The Business of Smoothing

with Thomas Schiavone @thomas.everett

Expand your business by growing your referrals and upgrading your guest experiences while spending less time behind the chair. We invite you to take a leap towards your future success!

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Make More $$$ With Express Blow Out

with DeAndra Pearce @deandragiselle

MAKE MORE $$$! Discover how adding EBO to every color service can boost your business and unlock a perfect 15-minute add-on service that locks in color and smooths! Learn how EBO can enhance color vibrancy and deliver radiant shine, with results that last up to 6 weeks.

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FASTFOILS Pattern & Placement

with J Ladner

Learn the power of FASTFOILS™ from Director of Education J Ladner. In this class, you will learn to be more efficient with your tools, pattern, and placement. Depth, contrast, and coverage are all about redefining your guest experience with salon-efficient placements that deliver exceptional results every time! You no longer need to be on autopilot; this class will boost salon profit and maximize your freedom.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 4pm - 4:50pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 12:50pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 12pm - 12:50pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 12pm - 12:50pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Monday, April 17 11am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 12:30pm

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 12:30pm 4pm - 4:50pm

Sunday, April 16 10am - 10:50am 2pm - 2:50pm

Monday, April 17 1:30pm - 2:20pm

Look & Learn Get New Clients Now With Social Media!

with Amy Carter https://empoweringyouconsulting.com

This class will teach you simple solutions that will ensure your success as a client magnet and how to create a clear plan to attract high-paying clients. Also powerful marketing hacks that will grow your business and intentional social media content strategy that actually converts.

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Charge With Confidence, Charge Your Worth

with Amy Carter https://empoweringyouconsulting.com

Ditch the bad habits that hold you back from your own success. Learn effective ways to increase prices so you can make the most of your time and expertise and say hello to a bright financial future! This session is a must-attend for Owners and Service Providers ready to maximize profits. Key takaways are how to raise rates the right way without feeling guilty or salesy. And, how to charge with confidence without discounting your services. Ultimately you can develop a menu that’s priced for profit.

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Recruit: How to Attract, Engage and Retain Great People

with Amy Carter

https://empoweringyouconsulting.com

Learn the best practices in hiring new employees, and how to hire new team members confidently, skillfully, and professionally. You will learn to make the right hiring decisions the first time and avoid costly mistakes, and to streamline your onboarding process to get new employees up to speed and successful quickly.

Look & Learn BOOKED SOLID!

with Paul Joseph DiGrigoli

In this seminar, discover the essential tools that will enhance your abilities – pushing you to top tier performance, and the skills needed to become booked solid. Information you will take away: • 4 reasons clients leave, AND why they stay • Continuing education – the driving force • How to attract new clients and retain them • Best time to raise your prices • Learn four ways to make money • The 3 R’s to marketing that are exceptionally important! • Raving fans and satisfied customers – is there a difference? Whether you’re booked solid or not, this class will certainly keep your passion and creativity alive. Don’t settle for less – settle for MORE!

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Give People More Than What They Expect

with Paul Joseph DiGrigoli

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 17 10:30am - 11:30am

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 11:30am - 12:30pm

What you will learn:

1. Don’t take things personally, don’t over think things

2. Know the difference between service and hospitality

3. Make the right decision at any given moment

4. Respond to customer inquiries and complaints in a timely manner

5. Show empathy and be understanding of the customer’s situation

6. Do whatever it takes to meet the customer needs

7. It’s starts with you, learn how to manage yourself

8. Victory comes from the front line

Look & Learn BOOKED SOLID! For Cosmetology Students

with Paul Joseph DiGrigoli

For Cosmetology Students! Whether you are just starting out on the student salon floor, or about to graduate and enter the exciting and rewarding field of cosmetology, Paul DiGrigoli will share with you how to take your bookings to the next level and beyond! DiGrigoli will inspire you with the invaluable knowledge he has gained in over three decades as a hairdresser, author, and cosmetology school owner – roles he still holds currently. He will provide you with an abundance of information pertaining to the hair industry. In this seminar, discover the essential tools that will drive your abilities up the scale, and the skills needed to be become booked solid in the student salon and beyond.

Look & Learn Price Yourself Right

with Jamie Schrabeck @precisionnails

Not sure how to price your services? Frustrated by vague advice to “charge your worth?” Take the guesswork out of pricing by learning the simplest way to do the math for yourself. Calculating your operational, product and labor costs gives you the information you need to translate your passion for nails into a financially rewarding career as a respected professional.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 11:30am - 12:30pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Look & Learn Healing Your Mind and Building a Solid Business Foundation

with Mireya Villarreal @Mireya_villarreal_ #ITAP Team

Learn how to heal your mind and develop a positive, winning mindset. Learn the business foundational behaviors necessary to excel to next level success. Avoid the typical traps that cause you to lose focus and control and learn how to build long lasting relationships that can fuel your growth.

Look & Learn Crush Your Fears and Overcome Roadblocks

with Mireya Villarreal @Mireya_villarreal_ #ITAP Team

Learn how to conquer the daily business and personal barriers that stop you from being successful. Crush the negativity and mindset traps that slow your progress. Learn strategies that will explode your growth, effectively manage your time and help you become super productive.

Look & Learn Sell More With A Store Mindset

with Kristi Valenzuela @kristivalenzuela

Overcome the top 7 challenges of selling products to your salon customers. Learn how to create sales-effective product displays that SELL. Subtle social campaigns, website strategies and front desk and team scripts.

Look & Learn Brand Yourself (the right way)

with Daniel Mason Jones @danielmasonjones #ITAP Team

Are you attracting the right clientele? Does your clientele respect your work, your prices, your boundaries? If not, this class is for YOU Branding is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Does your brand stand out??

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& Learn

Get it right with Retail!!

with Daniel Mason Jones @danielmasonjones #ITAP Team

Why is retail so important?? It’s so much more than what you think!! Are you losing out on thousands of dollars by being scared to suggest the correct at home care to your clients? You are not alone. This class will teach you exactly how to stand in your own power and earn the income you deserve, while sending your clients out happy, every single time.

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Monday, April 17 12:30pm - 1:30pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 4pm - 5pm

Monday, April 17 9:30am - 10:30am

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 2pm

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

Monday, April 17 12:30pm - 1:30pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 1pm - 2pm 4pm - 5pm

Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

Monday, April 17 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Sunday, April 16 9:30am - 10:30am 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Monday, April 17 12:30pm - 1:30pm

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE. The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

SalonCentric is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190000542)

Makeup & Lashes

MAKEUP & LASHES

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

Looking for more details visit americasbeautyshow.com

Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage! Create & Collaborate with Brendnetta Ashley & Jalia

Pettis @jaliadp

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 12:50pm

Having a concept is one thing but executing it is something different. In this class, you will see two awesome Session Stylists produce hair and makeup looks on models as if they were preparing for a photo shoot. If you are struggling with time management, how to conceptualize and execute a great look that will accentuate your individual skills you want to attend this Look and Learn event! It is much easier than you may think and this class will give you actionable steps to make it happen.

Look & Learn Correct & ConcealUnderstanding the Color Wheel

with

Jalia Pettis @jaliadp

The color wheel in makeup artistry is a key tool that we should use when understanding tones. In this digital age we see influencers who grab products and pack them on without comprehending the purpose of correcting and concealing. In this look and learn class, students get an opportunity to get hands on with proper technique and why this is important to do prior to a foundation application.

Look & Learn Clean Beauty for Global Skin Tones

with Jalia Pettis @jaliadp

The importance of makeup artistry as it relates to women of color is of vital importance as a beauty industry professional. Understanding basic makeup application for women with more or less melanin is key. The ability to create a clean beauty look is an integral part of our repertoire as Makeup Artists. This class will provide step-by-step technique in creating clean makeup for global skin tones.

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SerBeya Lash Lift with Cristina Villarreal @bycristinavillarreal

The student will be learning theory, product overview, how to properly apply Lash rods, Lash Lift solutions, proper timing, sanitation, and contraindications.

Look & Learn Makeup Kit Breakdown

with

Kevin Bennett @omniabrush

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 3pm - 4pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 17 2pm - 3pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16

10am - 12pm 2pm - 4pm

Monday, April 17 10am - 12pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 12:30pm - 1:30pm

When it comes to building the perfect, professional makeup kit and breaking down the ingredients in your favorite product, there is no industry voice more knowledgeable than Kevin James Bennett. In this first-time keynote at The Makeup Show, the makeup master behind so many brands, offers his assessment of what every artist should be carrying in their kit. He will review the essentials for every media format, help you separate the actual needs from the wants in an ever-growing market and offer insight on what are the actual must-haves for the makeup pro. Listen in as he offers advice on the significance of formulation knowledge as a pro tool, breaks down basic formulas, demonstrates the process of editing a kit for efficiency and demystifies consumer and professional product.

Look & Learn Make More Money in Less Time & Add Revenue to Your Salon with Tress Larson

Find out all the ways YOU can make double the money in half the time with Tress! Deep dive into Advanced Mega Volume Training: The Flower Bouquet Technique, faster lashing, how to work with ultra-fine diameters and styling and mapping. PLUS watch a live demo on how to apply our easy 10-minute Lace it Up Lashes that can be offered as a service in ANY salon, even if you aren’t a lash artist yet! Ready for some excitement (and extra income) in your beauty career? Come join us!

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Norvell Spray Tanning Training and Certification/

Beginner-Advanced with Brandon Cardinal

$150 value class is FREE to you, Join us for a deep Dive into the hugely profitable world of Spray Tanning.  This easy add-on service is the fastest growing segment in all of beauty.  Spray in studio or as a mobile hands-Free service. Learn from the #1 Professional recognized and requested brand in the industry.  Join the over 15,000 Norvell University certified technicians. Science, Business and Artistry.

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 1pm - 1:50pm

Monday, April 17 1pm - 1:50pm

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15

11:30am - 12:30pm

Monday, April 17 2pm - 3pm

(license #190-000101).

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

MAKEUP & LASHES

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The Business of Beauty Sessions –Presented By The Makeup Show: Brow Beat: Eyebrow and Eyelash Examination with

Lijha Stewart @lijhajade

PRICE: $49

CEU: 1 Hour

Saturday, April 15 12pm - 1pm 2pm - 3pm

Monday, April 17 1pm - 2pm

Developing your expertise in framing the face and finishing touches is essential for your artistry. Understanding the ins and outs of eyebrows based on face structure and eye shape can seem daunting. The Brow Beat clarifies the best way to design and apply the best lash and brow for the whole makeup to shine brilliantly. We will explore the right product, placement, and approach for every situation.  A series of lectures with Master Artists and Industry Experts designed to engage with you personally. Listen and learn from the best in the business as they bring you through an intimate seminar-style class with a variety of content to elevate your artistry, brand, and career through discussion, demonstration, and participation.

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The Business of Beauty Sessions –Presented By The Makeup Show: Working with a Brand with James Vincent

PRICE: $49

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 10:30am - 11:30am

Seeking prospective work and landing it can be challenging enough. In the beauty industry, where you constantly network with potential employers, prospective clients, and possible agents, you need to know how to succeed in even the most harrowing situations. Building a relationship with a brand can be a great way to launch a career or create more work, but separating yourself from the fray can feel challenging. This session will determine who you need to reach out to, how to create a better network, and what you need to land lucrative contracts and rewarding relationships with the best in the business.  A series of lectures with Master Artists and Industry Experts designed to engage with you personally. Listen and learn from the best in the business as they bring you through an intimate seminar-style class with a variety of content to elevate your artistry, brand, and career through discussion, demonstration, and participation.

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The Business of Beauty Sessions –Presented By The Makeup Show: Kit Building 101: Building a Professional Kit

with James Vincent

PRICE: $49

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 11am - 12pm

Makeup Artist James Vincent presents his most popular event with this Kit Focus Seminar. Whether you are a veteran in the industry or just beginning to build your makeup kit, James will share the secrets to organization and efficiency that will save you money, time, and a bad back. James will explore how to make the most out of what you have while bringing the least amount of makeup to the salon or set. We will break down the basics of a pro kit and explore some of the product must-haves for every pro.  A series of lectures with Master Artists and Industry Experts designed to engage with you personally. Listen and learn from the best in the business as they bring you through an intimate seminar-style class with a variety of content to elevate your artistry, brand, and career through discussion, demonstration, and participation.

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The Business of Beauty Sessions –

PRICE: $49

CEU: 1 Hour

Presented By The Makeup

Show: Media Frenzy. Makeup, Marketing & More

with Lijha Stewart

@lijhajade

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 1pm

In today’s world, a great makeup application is never enough. You’ll need to understand how to design and apply beautiful makeup, how the camera will capture it, and how to use the image to market and promote yourself. In this hands-on workshop, our presenters will share their insights on being a makeup artist with influence. This will be presented while bringing you through their process for completing a makeup look, making decisions about how, why, and where to post it, and shows you how you can use your phone to capture makeup and behind-the-scenes moments to build your social media platforms that have impact and authenticity.  A series of lectures with Master Artists and Industry Experts designed to engage with you personally. Listen and learn from the best in the business as they bring you through an intimate seminar-style class with a variety of content to elevate your artistry, brand, and career through discussion, demonstration, and participation.

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The Business of Beauty Sessions –Presented By The Makeup Show: Engaging Bridal with Aga Rhodes

PRICE: $49

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3pm

Bridal makeup artists must be the best in the business. The intensity of the situation and the dynamically durable requirements of the application makes it the toughest makeup you can do. See what products meet the bridal challenge, learn how to build a better bridal business, and learn to create the perfect bride every time. A series of lectures with Master Artists and Industry Experts designed to engage with you personally. Listen and learn from the best in the business as they bring you through an intimate seminar-style class with a variety of content to elevate your artistry, brand, and career through discussion, demonstration, and participation.ion.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

MAKEUP & LASHES

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

Looking for more details visit americasbeautyshow.com

Look & Learn The Business of Beauty Sessions –Presented By The Makeup Show: Skin Games with Lijha Stewart @lijhajade

PRICE: $49

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Thanks to our obsession with social media, the demand for perfect skin is at an all-time high. Skincare for the Working Makeup Artist is a career essential. This session guides you to elevate your makeup artistry and increase your value through skincare education, tips, techniques, and products. Go beyond makeup artistry by adding this invaluable skill set to your kit. The “must-attend” class will equip you with information and expertise that will amplify your artistry and establish a point of difference between you and your competition. Skincare education and makeup application go hand-in-hand. This session will transform your artistry. A series of lectures with Master Artists and Industry Experts designed to engage with you personally.

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The Business of Beauty Sessions –

Presented By The Makeup Show: Editorial Edge with Aga Rhodes

PRICE: $49

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Defining editorial, designing editorial, and elevating your work to an editorial level are essential for any artist to develop their skill. Understanding which product allows you to work with and every editorial concept are as crucial as understanding the process. Learn what must-haves make editorial work more accessible and will enable you to meet any makeup challenge. Listen in as we share the secrets to breaking into editorial and making that skill level part of every application. A series of lectures with Master Artists and Industry Experts designed to engage with you personally.

IN the Studio classes provide an educational experience to artists of all levels to help refine their makeup skills and elevate their artistry and career in an intimate setting. Each class allows attendees to listen and learn through demonstration, coaching, discussion and practice hands-on while receiving informative feedback from their instructor.

Hands-On IN Session: The Ultimate Skin Designer

by The Makeup

Show

with Danessa Myricks

PRICE: $149

CEU: 3 Hours

Saturday, April 15 12pm - 3pm

When it comes to the complexion, there is no “One size fits all” approach. There are so many considerations to consider, like skin tone, skin type, skin imperfections, and taste, to name a few. Join Danessa for this intimate live session where she answers all your questions about strategically designing complexion for every skin type and occasion. During this exclusive, interactive session, Danessa will demonstrate various complexion techniques, including managing texture, developing natural bulletproof matte skin, color correction, and the strategic layering of t extures and finishes to create the most natural, multi-dimensional skin. • Building your texture tool kit • The power of underpainting • Strategically customizing glow • Shape-shifting features using radiance • Minimizing texture while amplifying glow • Glow and the power of 3 During the session, registrants have the option to either create a makeup look on themselves or to bring a model into the class after the first hour *IN the Studio attendees must bring their own brush set, all other products are supplied. PLEASE BRING: Please bring your own brush set and all other products supplied.

Hands-On IN Session: Glam + Go: Techniques for the Business of Glamour

by The Makeup Show with

Aga Rhodes

PRICE: $149

CEU: 3 Hours

Sunday, April 16 10am - 1pm

Whether your work is with celebrities for award ceremonies or real women, red-carpet beauty will help you better understand and execute unique event makeup. Watch and learn the secrets to making your makeup long-lasting and ensuring it will be flawless in photographs, videos, and in person. Practice the techniques and tricks the most prominent artists in the business users use to develop their signature looks. During the session, registrants have the option to either create a makeup look on themselves or to bring a model into the class after the first hour *IN the Studio attendees must bring their own brush set, all other products are supplied. PLEASE BRING: Please bring your own brush set and all other products supplied.

Hands-On IN Session: Color for Correction & Creation

by The Makeup Show with Lijha Stewart @lijhajade

PRICE: $149

CEU: 3 Hours

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 5pm

The theory allows us to understand how colors react to each other and how our eyes see that reaction. This reaction is the basis of all makeup design. Color theory applied in beauty makeup lets us enhance certain features like eye color and make educated choices to correct discoloration in the skin tone or skin imperfections. Significant issues like under eye darkness or distraction help create a unique and impactful result. You will learn the following: • Learn how to make your foundations  • Customize colors to design the best looks for your client During the session, registrants have the option to either create a makeup look on them-selves or to bring a model into the class after the first hour *IN the Studio attendees must bring their own brush set, all other products are supplied. PLEASE BRING: Please bring your own brush set and all other products supplied.

Hands-On IN Session: The Basics & Business of Bridal by The Makeup Show with Aga Rhodes

PRICE: $149

CEU: 3 Hours

Monday, April 17 10am - 1pm

The Bridal makeup artist has a unique set of required skills in business and makeup application. Finding ways to separate yourself from other artists in your area in this lucrative but crowded field can be the difference between success and failure. This hands-on workshop will discuss some easy ways to make more money and be more organized in building your bridal business. In the makeup aspect of this workshop, you will see examples of how you can elevate bridal makeup to an editorial beauty level and achieve notoriety in your market, as well as the knowledge to make a woman look fabulous on the most important day in her life. The presenter will lead you through your application and help you develop makeup techniques in high-intensity situations ranging from romantic and classic to more modern looks. During the session, registrants have the option to either create a makeup look on themselves or to bring a model into the class after the first hour *IN the Studio attendees must bring their own brush set, all other products are supplied. PLEASE BRING: Please bring your own brush set and all other products supplied.

THE MAKEUP SHOW

MAIN STAGE - In HALL F

Look & Learn - ON THE MAKEUP SHOW MAIN STAGE Makeup Kit Breakdown with Kevin Bennett @omniabrush

PRICE: FREE

Saturday, April 15 12:30pm - 1:30pm

When it comes to building the perfect, professional makeup kit and breaking down the ingredients in your favorite product, there is no industry voice more knowledgeable than Kevin James Bennett. In this first-time keynote at The Makeup Show, the makeup master behind many brands assesses what every artist should carry in their kit. He will review the essentials for every media format, help you separate the actual needs from the wants in an ever-growing market, and offer insight on the essential must-haves for the makeup pro. Listen in as he provides advice on the significance of formulation knowledge as a pro tool, breaks down basic formulas, demonstrates the process of editing a kit for efficiency, and demystifies consumer and professional products.

Look & Learn - ON THE MAKEUP SHOW MAIN STAGE

Becoming Your Brand with Yaneek Proctor

Makeup artists find their way to artistry from many career paths, and success stories are as varied as a smoky eye.

In this first-time Main Stage presentation at The Makeup Show Chicago,  Makeup Stylist, Artist, and Entrepreneur

PRICE: FREE

Saturday, April 15 2pm - 3:30pm

Yaneek Proctor, tells us her tale and lets us in on what led her to build her own media presence, makeup career, and beauty brand. With a résumé that includes associations with significant runway shows, editorial work, and feature stories with some of the industry’s biggest publications and a background in communications and broadcasting, Yaneek has an innate understanding of the role of a makeup artist. In this Main Stage presentation, she will share her thoughts on how you can build your career and be better at branding and offer insight into upcoming trends. Yaneek will show you some of the makeup tips that made her a viral sensation and share ideas on what every artist needs to know to become the most successful artist they can be.

Look & Learn - ON THE MAKEUP SHOW MAIN STAGE

Skin Game – Yummy Skin with Danessa Myricks

“Game-changer” is a description that gets thrown around a lot in the beauty industry.  Innovators that shift the way we look at beauty and trends while challenging tradition.  Creating beautiful skin is a must for every makeup artist.

PRICE: FREE Sunday, April 16 10am - 11:30am

Understanding complexion’s design and decision-making process are more important than ever, especially when meeting the demands of today’s cameras and lifestyles.  In this session, Danessa Myricks takes you through the what, when, why, and how of complexion coverage with an eye toward amazing makeup.  As an industry innovator, her understanding of perfecting complexion for every client and situation makes her a master!  In this keynote, Danessa will discuss the process for perfecting skin by demonstrating the techniques that have made her a celebrity artist and sharing the secrets to becoming a success.  She will showcase some of the tricks and techniques that make her an internationally loved artist.

Look & Learn - ON THE MAKEUP SHOW MAIN STAGE

Iconic Makeup with Nick Lujan

The worlds of beauty and fashion are always moving forward at a fast speed, but a great artist or stylist always masters the fundamentals and knows their history.  As an artist and Director of Artistry and Education for Kevyn Aucoin Beauty, Nick Lujan knows how to take a classic look, legendary products, and the legacy of the past into the modern day for any makeup or beauty clientele.  Join us as Nick takes you through the inspiration, design, and application for which he has become internationally known.  Watch and learn how to create timely, timeless looks and make an unforgettable impression.

PRICE: FREE Sunday, April 16 12pm - 1:30pm

Look & Learn - ON THE MAKEUP SHOW MAIN STAGE Making Up with James Molloy

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 3:30pm

As one of the most talked about makeup artists in our industry in the last few years, James Molloy continues to redefine modern beauty. With an impressive resume that includes celebrities, international fashion, and beauty and developing a brand that every artist wants, James Molloy has made a name for himself as an artist, entrepreneur, and educator. His company MYKITCO continues to change the way we look at tools. In his Session at The Makeup Show, James will share his inspiring story and show you how he creates his unforgettable looks. He will offer insight on choosing the right tool, take you through his process and talk about building your name in a competitive industry. Whether your work is in bridal, television, or editorial, this presentation is not to be missed.

Look & Learn - ON THE MAKEUP SHOW MAIN STAGE

A Career in Makeup with Melanie Mills

PRICE: FREE

Monday, April 17 10am - 11:30am

Becoming a successful makeup artist means putting in long hours of hard work with day-after-day dedication and unlimited patience...  A makeup artist who works predominantly with a bridal or private clientele has got to have a kit, a skill level, and an understanding of makeup that goes far beyond the basics.   In this first time in The Makeup Show keynote, Emmy Award Winning makeup artist and Hollywood insider Melanie Mills offers insights and understanding of building better makeup.   From your consultation with your client to designing and finishing the makeup with important Pro-details, Melanie will provide tips and techniques that will land you a prime clientele and make you a premier in the makeup business.

Look & Learn - ON THE MAKEUP SHOW MAIN STAGE

Redefining Success in the Beauty Business

with James Vincent & Guest

PRICE: FREE

Monday, April 17 2pm - 3:30pm

Post-Pandemic in this professional beauty industry, there are many new ways to reimagine, develop and curate a successful career.  In an industry that is constantly changing and so heavily impacted, professional artists make their money and mark in many different ways.  Starting their brands, pursuing union work, and building educational and service-based businesses allow the bridal, editorial, and commercial artists to stay strong and build a career on their terms.  In this session, the panel of successful artists offers insights, advice, and understanding on making your mark in the makeup and beauty industry.

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

Skin Care World

CIDESCO

Why?

LYDIA SARFATI SAYS:

Nothing is more important than education and training. CIDESCO means you have proven knowledge and skills to be with the best of the best. You owe it to yourself, take these classes to finally earn “your CIDESCO”.

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Classes!

Hands-On Dermaplaning from Concept to Execution

with Dr. Natalya Fazylova @cidescousa

This course is designed to educate all licensed practitioners with one or more of the following licenses: Esthetics, Nursing or Cosmetology. • Proper patient consultation and assessment of concerns • Contraindications and conditions

PRICE: $495

CEU: 4 Hours

Saturday, April 15 11am - 4pm

treatable • Proper settings and Safety • Correct treatment technique • Treatment Protocols for all Skin Conditions

• Pre/Post Care of Dermaplaning treatment • Skin Care Ingredient Recommendations • How to market yourself and your business.

• How to run and grow a successful business. At completion of the course, you will have the tools, knowledge, and guidance to perform safe and effective Dermaplaning treatments. Our Dermaplaning training course will provide you with better more skilled procedures to deliver satisfaction to your clients. This is where you will work alongside like-minded individuals with one common goal, to become a better and more skilled professional! Practice will be done on kiwis and mannequin heads.

INCLUDED : ITS Dermaplaning Kit: 1 Derm Handle / 10 Disposable Blades / Scissors / Tweezers, Workshop Manual, Repechage Hydra Dew Pure Oil

Hands-On - Mannequin Provided Facial Massage for Total Skin Rejuvenation

with Lydia Sarfati @repechage

PRICE: $175

CEU: 2 Hours

Sunday, April 16 10am - 12pm

Learn the most renowned and proven Facial Massage technique in esthetics, developed by skin care expert and author Lydia Sarfati, Founder and CEO of Repêchage and President, CIDESCO Section USA. This technique, practiced for 40 years, combines traditional Eastern and Western modalities. - Class will review skin and muscle anatomy and demonstrate key movements to affect real benefits for body and mind. - Discuss the most bio advanced ingredients to employ during massage to achieve real results - Best techniques for all skin conditions, including dry, compromised, sensitive, mature, oily and combination skin types - How to incorporate hand held devices such as LED to increase skin benefits - How massage affects the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter responsible for emotional responses to help reduce stress. - Massage heads will be provided.

Hands-On - Mannequin Provided Facial Lymphatic Drainage Massage

with Jacqueline Kennedy @cidescousa

PRICE: $175

CEU: 2 Hours

Sunday, April 16 12:30am - 2:30pm

Many healthcare experts and plastic surgeons swear by lymphatic drainage massage post surgery. Discover the amazing benefits of Manual Facial Lymphatic Drainage Massage not only for pre and post cosmetic surgery but also for acne, and for the stimulation of the immune system. In this interactive session you will learn the special technique of Dr. Vodder`s facial lymphatic massage on balloons and practice the sequence on mannequin’s heads. This extraordinary massage stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, relaxing not only the client but also the beauty therapists.

Hands-On - Includes Mannequin Acne & Rosacea Facts vs Myths

with Monika Mechaj @cidescousa

PRICE: $125

CEU: 2 Hours

Sunday, April 16 3pm - 5pm

Zits, pimples, blackheads, pustules, skin inflammation, redness! These are just a few terms used for the most common skin disorders in the United States: Acne Vulgaris and Rosacea. Clients with these frustrating skin issues can be challenging to treat, but doing so will result in the most loyal clientele. This class will focus on the latest developments in practice and research for Acne and Rosacea solutions. Understanding the role of the endocrine system and how it affects the aging process and hormonal imbalances. Male andropause & female peri-menopause and menopause, as they relate to acne and rosacea. Advanced synthesis of human oil production Differences between teen and adult acne, correction and prevention, and new ingredients Therapies and theories on rosacea and post-treatment care.

Look & Learn Targeting You Client’s Biggest Concerns

with Lydia Sarfati @repechage

PRICE: $125

CEU: 2 Hours

Monday, April 17 10am - 12pm

Spots, hyperpigmentation and discoloration fine lines are top client concerns when it comes to anti-aging.  How do you address their needs? Gain knowledge of ingredients, massage techniques and modality options to provide the most appropriate esthetic treatments.  In this presentation, attendees will gain understanding of the importance of internal and external causative agents, client evaluation and  treatment precautions. This class will also cover the significance of collagen and elastin, the  “cellular glue” that is lost in 1% increments on an annual basis after you turn 20, that contributes to the appearance of aging in the skin. In addition, attendees will learn to customize the treatment to give each client a WOW! experience with a results-driven approach!

The CIDESCO wordmark and the CIDESCO logo are registered trademarks of Comite International d’Esthetique et de Cosmetologie in Zurich, Switzerland. Cosmetologists Chicago is the authorized representative in the United States of America for CIDESCO Section USA. All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101). All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

SKIN CARE & WAXING

ABS LOOK & LEARN EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Look & Learn - On the Beauty Innovation Stage! Making Bank with Brazilians and NaturaverdePro with Elise Agostinelli @naturaverdepro

PRICE: FREE

Saturday, April 15 12pm - 12:50pm

Sunday, April 16 2pm - 2:50pm

Become a Brazilian Waxing legend with NaturaverdePro! In this class, learn how to use NaturaverdePro products to confidently perform a  Brazilian wax on all your clients in less time. Course concentrates on proper wax product selection, client consultation, proper body positioning, and most effective application and removal techniques to minimize client discomfort and maximize hair removal. You will become a more confident, more efficient waxer and your clients will return again and again for a noticeably better Brazilian waxing service. Elise Agostinelli, a 20 year beauty industry veteran, and expert in waxing techniques, is a licensed Master Esthetic and Cosmetology educator committed to continuing education for beauty professionals. Elise operated salons and spas for over 10 years, but her passion has always been educating and sharing her expertise in hair removal.

Look & Learn Need for Speed: Body Waxing with

NaturaverdePro with Elise Agostinelli @naturaverdepro

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 11:30am - 12:30pm

Level up your waxing with NaturaverdePro speed techniques that will increase your revenue. In this class, learn how to use NaturaverdePro products to customize your client’s body waxing experience and speed up your services for increased success. Course covers selection and use of hard wax, soft wax and roll-on wax, pre- and post-wax care, client consultation and proper body positioning. We will demonstrate how the NaturaverdePro wax thin application techniques enable you to use less wax and minimize client discomfort. Elise Agostinelli, a 20 year beauty industry veteran, and expert in waxing techniques, is a certified Master Esthetic and Cosmetology educator committed to continuing education for beauty professionals. Elise operated 4 salons and spas in the New York area for over 10 years, but her passion has always been educating beauty professionals. She joined NaturaverdePro to be able to continue sharing her expertise in hair removal using high quality products.

Look & Learn FROM BROWS ON DOWN with NaturaverdePro & Brow Down Studio Pro

with Elise Agostinelli @naturaverdepro & René de la Garza @skinmaestro

PRICE: $149

CEU: 3 Hours

Monday, April 17 1pm - 4pm

Become a pro at brow lamination and body waxing in this combo class, where you will walk away with valuable knowledge to perform highly booked services such as Brow Lamination and all types of body waxing. NaturaverdePro and celebrity brow artist René de la Garza have teamed up to bring you a workshop that concentrates on product selection and knowledge, the art of consultation, proper techniques, body positioning, and pro tips on increasing client satisfaction and loyalty. You will learn from these pros to become more confident in performing services efficiently and at the highest level of quality to keep your clients returning.

Look & Learn Brows & Brazilians = Big Money with NaturaverdePro & Brow Down Studio Pro

with Elise Agostinelli @naturaverdepro & René de la Garza @skinmaestro

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 15 3:30pm - 4:30pm

This masterclass featuring Brow Lamination and Brazilian waxing will highlight these highly booked services that have low cost of service, short booking times, high repeat visits and client loyalty. NaturaverdePro and celebrity brow artist René de la Garza have teamed up to teach you how to offer these two services and deliver the best results, every single time. Our team is committed to helping solo business operators thrive in the beauty business and will share the best tips to maximize success and keep clients coming back. René de la Garza, celebrity brow artist and licensed esthetician, founder of Brow Down Studio and Brow Down Studio Pro, and now creator of the newest Pro Lamination brand on the market joins Elise Agostinelli from NaturaverdePro for this training collab. Elise, a beauty industry veteran, former salon owner, and expert in waxing techniques, is a licensed Master Esthetic and Cosmetology educator who is passionate about educating beauty professionals.

All exhibitors, workshops, artists, presenters, times & locations are subject to change without notice. An ABS exhibit floor ticket is required to purchase any workshop or special event ticket.

The Chicago Cosmetologists Association, Inc. is an approved sponsor of continuing education by the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (license #190-000101).

Look & Learn Should Selfcare and Skincare Be My Priority?

with

Bianca Rojas

www.newagespainstitute.com

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 12pm - 1:30pm

Learn skincare skills from experts that you can easily incorporate into your regular beauty rituals. Discover how to double your glow with sensorial beauty tools and cosmeceuticals that endure well beyond social media trends. This will allow you to offer your clients another facet of your expertise with esthetics solutions that are new, innovative, and meet the expectations of your savvy clientele. topics, You’ll also learn: Skin types & common conditions Internal and external Factors of Accelerated Aging. HEV “Blue Light” Protection Lightening & Collagen-repairing treatments Difference between Retinoids and its Alternatives. How to Choose & Utilize At-home devices. Simple and natural sensorial beauty techniques like aromatherapy & self-massage

Look & Learn

Future of Esthetics: Looking Beyond 2023

with Anna Goryca Johnson www.newagespainstitute.com

PRICE: FREE

Monday, April 17 12pm - 1:30pm

As the beauty industry evolves so does the demand for new, updated treatments and elevated professional service options. In this class, we will dive into esthetics trends beyond 2023 and updates in cosmetics regulations in the years to follow. Explore the latest innovations in ingredient technology and therapies that address clients’ modern, busy lifestyles. Harness your therapeutic power in the ever-evolving field of esthetics as clients demand results-driven treatments. You will learn: Future of esthetics trends Techniques that decrease “hyper-fatigue” Clinical ingredients to prevent digital aging, pollution aging, and UV aging Critical communication skills with clients who prioritize intentional spending Updates in FDA and cosmetic regulations

Look & Learn

NUE Conceal Camouflage Tattooing

with Bianca Festejo

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 3:30pm - 4:30pm

NUE Conceal is the most innovative brand for Camouflage Tattooing. Camouflage Tattoo is the process of tattooing skin discoloration using a skin tone ink or pigment to match the healthier part of the skin and is perfect for people with skin discoloration caused by stretch marks, light scars, hypopigmentation, etc. We have a patented device that reads a person’s skin tone that ensures a seamless camouflage result while minimizing human error. Come learn more about this innovative and cutting-edge technique!

Look & Learn

NUE Conceal Camouflage Tattoo and Inkless Stretch Mark Revision

with Bianca Festejo

PRICE: $3800

Sunday, April 17 12:30pm - 3:30pm

NUE Conceal is the most innovative brand for Camouflage Tattooing. Camouflage Tattoo is the process of tattooing skin discoloration using NUE Conceal is the most innovative brand for Camouflage Tattooing. Camouflage Tattoo is the process of tattooing skin discoloration using a skin tone ink or pigment to match the healthier part of the skin and is perfect for people with skin discoloration caused by stretch marks, light scars, hypopigmentation, etc. We have a patented device that reads a person’s skin tone that ensures a seamless camouflage result while minimizing human error. In this class, you will learn four Camouflage Tattoo techniques:

1. Skin Tone tattooing for stretch marks.

2. Skin Tone tattooing for scars.

3. Skin Tone tattooing hypopigmentation.

4. Inkless stretch mark revision. NUE Conceal full kit valued at $3,800 INCLUDED in class price! • 1 skin tone reader  • Color matching app • 20 NUE skin tone pigments  • 2 NUE white pigments  • 2 NUE dilutants • 1 NUE Tattoo Machine • 10 NUE Needles  Also included in class, 1 NUE Clear Serum for stretch mark revision valued at $350. This ONE class is equal to FOUR courses valued at $3,500 if taken outside of ABS. The total value of this class, if purchased outside ABS, is $7,650! Total savings by taking this class at ABS is $3,850!

Look & Learn

The Ultimate Seaweed Lifting Facial for All Skin Types: The Four-Layer Facial® PLUS Upgrades

with Dalanie West @repêchage

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 10:30am - 12pm

The iconic Four-Layer Facial® provides the safest, most effective facial in the world and was the first to use uni-dose packaging. In this presentation, we will share step-by-step instructions on how to provide layer upon layer of pure, fresh seaweed to purify, lift, and contour, how powerful, natural ingredients deeply hydrate, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and renew and restore the appearance of the skin, and how upgrades to the treatment, including hand held devices for deeper cleansing, exfoliation and moisturization, help increase benefits. Winner gets for free: The Four-Layer Facial® ($89 Value) 4 treatments in a box (Potential revenue $720.00)  Recommended service charge $180.00.

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The Professional Solution for Dry, Compromised Skin: Repêchage® Hydra Dew Pure™ Moisturizing Lift Facial

with Dalanie West @repêchage

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 12:30pm - 2pm

Stress and the environment can lead to dry, compromised skin. Learn how to integrate the Hydra Dew Pure™ Moisturizing Lift Facial into your menu to help restore the skin barrier. This facial combines the best from earth and sea to deliver potent ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid, Mastic Water, three Seaweed extracts and Peptides to create an amazing experience with visible results utilizing the Hydra Dew Pure™ Collection for Dry Skin. You will learn how to power up skin treatments with the Repêchage® LED Radio Frequency and EMS Skin Tightening Machine. This presentation also includes instruction on the renowned Lydia Sarfati Facial Massage Method. Your clients’ skin will be luminescent, glowing and renewed. Winner gets for free: Hydra Dew Pure™ Moisturizing Lift Facial ($129.00 Value) 5 treatments in a box (Potential revenue $750.00)  Recommended service charge $150.00

ABS LOOK & LEARN

EDUCATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATIONS HAVE AN FEE.

SKIN CARE & WAXING

TECHNIQUE/CEU WO RKSHOPS - ADVANCED EDUCATION

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Look & Learn Beyond Brightening: Biolight® + Peel and Glow Facials with Dalanie West @repêchage

Take your brightening services to the next level with the Repêchage Biolight® Miracle Facial with Glyco-Sea® Glycolic

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Sunday, April 16 2:30pm - 4pm

Peel and the Repêchage Biolight® Luminex Mask, using advanced ingredients to help reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation, age spots, and diminish the appearance of wrinkles. Plus: Learn how to power up your facial treatments with the Repêchage® Lamina Lift™ Hydrating Seaweed Mask and the LED Radio Frequency and EMS Skin Tightening Machine. Winner gets for free: BIOLIGHT® Miracle Facial with Glyco-Sea® Peel ($129.50 Value) 5 treatments in a box (Potential revenue $1000.00)   Recommended Service Charge $200.00

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The Lydia Sarfati Post-Graduate Skin Care Academy and Repêchage® Clinical Skin Care Test Session - Sunday with Dalanie West @repêchage

PRICE: FREE

Sunday, April 16 4pm - 4:30pm

The Lydia Sarfati Post-Graduate Skin Care Academy and Repêchage® Clinical Skin Care Test for certificate issued for Continued Education Points for classes attended Sunday, April 16, 2023: The Ultimate Seaweed Lifting Facial for All Skin Types: The Four-Layer Facial® PLUS Upgrades The Professional Solution for Dry, Compromised Skin: Repêchage® Hydra Dew Pure™ Moisturizing Lift Beyond Brightening: Biolight® + Peel and Glow Facials Drawing for a year membership at lydiasarfati.com if attended ALL THREE Sunday classes.

Look & Learn

Esthetician’s Solutions for Clients Suffering from Hyper-Sensitive Skin with Dalanie West @repêchage

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 10:30am - 12pm

Learn what skin care professionals can do to help reduce skin redness, including the possible triggers and causes, including environment, diet and stress. This presentation will take you step-by-step through the clinically-approved facial techniques utilizing the Repêchage® Red-Out® Facial and the Repêchage® Red-Out® Express Soothing Facial for Sensitive Skin to create the ultimate calming experiences that address the appearance of redness and irritated skin. This presentation will also provide in depth information you can use on the best ingredients, such as Seaweeds, Quercetin, Rutin and Silver, to address hypersensitive and irritated skin as well as step by step instruction on massage movements and devices that help visibly reduce the appearance of redness and irritation. Winner gets for free: Hydra 4® Red-Out® Facial ($129.50 Value) 5 treatments in a box (Potential revenue $750.00)  Recommended service charge $150.00

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Super-Charge Your Anti-Aging Treatments with Dalanie West @repêchage

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 12:30pm - 2pm

Antiaging treatments are for everyone, and every spa and salon menu should include many options depending on age, time and skin concern. In this presentation, attendees will learn the most cutting-edge treatments utilizing bio-advanced ingredients such as sustainably-harvested seaweed and peptides as well as about the ground-breaking treatments such as the Repêchage® Vita Cura® 5 Phase Firming Facial, and the Vita Cura® B3 Lifting Facial using the clinically proven Vita Cura® Gold Collection. Attendees will also learn how to super charge treatments with devices such as the LED Radio Frequency and EMS Skin Tightening Machine and the Ultrasonic Skin Spatula to stimulate and exfoliate the skin surface.

Winner gets for free: Vita Cura® 5 Phase Firming Facial ($125.00 Value) 5 treatments in a box (Potential revenue $875.00)  Recommended service charge $175.00

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The Most Effective Treatment for Breakouts: Repêchage® Hydra Medic® Facial for Oily, Problem Skin with Dalanie West @repêchage

PRICE: FREE

CEU: 1 Hour

Monday, April 17 2:30pm - 4pm

Stress, hormonal fluctuations and diet can affect your skin, resulting in breakouts—in fact, close to 85% of people will experience oily problem skin at some point in their life time. In this presentation, you will learn how the Repêchage® Hydra Medic® Facial with Desincrustation Mask for Oily, Problem Skin and the at-home Repêchage® Hydra Medic® collection help deliver results. Demonstrations include step by step instruction on proper extractions, deep pore cleansing and proper protocols. We will also share information on the important new ingredients for this skin type as well as skin care and lifestyle advice that you should be offering to clients. Winner gets for free: Hydra Medic® Facial For Oily Problem Skin ($93.00 Value) 4 treatments in a box (Potential revenue $600)  Recommended Service Charge $150.00

Look & Learn

The Lydia Sarfati Post-Graduate Skin Care Academy and Repêchage® Clinical Skin Care Test Session - Monday with

PRICE: FREE Monday, April 17 4pm - 4:30pm

Dalanie West @repêchage

The Lydia Sarfati Post-Graduate Skin Care Academy and Repêchage® Clinical Skin Care Test for certificate issued for Continued Education Points for classes attended Monday, April 17, 2023: Esthetician’s Solutions for Clients Suffering from Hyper-Sensitive Skin Super-Charge Your Anti-Aging Treatments The Most Effective Treatment for Breakouts: Repêchage® Hydra Medic® Facial for Oily, Problem Skin Drawing for a year membership at lydiasarfati.com if attended ALL THREE Sunday classes.

Look & Learn

Italwax Coral - Full Body Waxing and Services for Sensitive Skin with

European Skin Care Supplies

Come learn how to improve all waxing services and attract more loyal customers.

PRICE: FREE

Saturday, April 15 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Sunday, April 16 11am - 11:50am

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