The International Congress of Esthetics and Spa (I.C.E.S.) ended its fall tradeshow season in the wonderful city of Philadelphia, Pa., on October 19th and 20th. The Pennsylvania Convention Center was overflowing with skin care professionals during this two-day event that included many demonstrations, lectures, products, and workshops.
William Strunk – publisher of DERMASCOPE Magazine, licensed aesthetician, and massage therapist for more than 20 years – hosted the General Session for the weekend. He welcomed the crowd on behalf of DERMASCOPE Magazine and Les Nouvelles Esthetiques and Spa. PCA SKIN® and Circadia by Dr. Pugliese sponsored this event, offering complimentary product goody bags during the General Session to participants. As always, the General Session had many respected leaders in the aesthetics industry; from licensed aestheticians, certified meditation instructors, beauty educators, massage therapists, and cosmetologists, the vast amount of knowledge and expertise on stage was extensive. Each speaker disclosed trending topics and demonstrations to help advance the attendants’ careers. The schedule included the following topics:
Sunday:
• Empowering Your Body, Mind and Spirit: Personal Empowerment by Eugene Grant
• East Meets West: Re-Sculpt and Re-Contour Your Client’s Skin (Demonstration) by Janel Luu
• Compensation and Profits – Make it a Win-Win (Lecture) by Dori Soukup
• “Luk Pra Kob” The Herbal Poultice Massage (Demonstration) by Cecily Braden
• Airbrush Techniques for Full Coverage Makeup (Demonstation) by Sheila McKenna
Monday:
• Empowering Your Body, Mind, and Spirit: Mental Clarity for Longevity by EuGene Gant
• Showerless Body Wraps (Demonstration) by Lake Louise
• Conquer Online Skin Care Sales Competition (Lecture) by Bonnie Canavino
• Cold Marble Stones Face Rejuvenation (Demonstration) by Pat Mayrhofer
• Waxing Etiquette For All (Demonstration) by Melissa Black
In addition to General Session, there was a surplus of educational opportunities from which attendants could choose. With over 55 manufacturers’ workshops and 12 wellness seminars, attendees had the ability to leave the I.C.E.S. event with a bounty of up-to-date knowledge they could transmit into their own practice.
As the doors opened on Sunday and Monday, the tradeshow floor was instantly packed with eager attendees, passionate exhibitors, and countless samplings of products and equipment. The upbeat energy was contagious as it swarmed throughout the attendees and exhibitors, making it impossible to not become inspired and filled with excitement. Vocal attendees and exhibitors shared that this year’s show was a booming success and the prospect of next year’s show is immense.
We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to all who made this event possible, from the educators and sponsors to the attendees and exhibitors. We look forward to seeing all of you in Philadelphia again next October!
It has been a wonderful year for the industry! Attendance hit record numbers at each venue, the education provided was remarkable, and the exhibitors were phenomenal, as always. We are grateful to everyone who participated at each of these events. Thank you for making 2014 a spectacular year! We look forward to doing it again in 2015.
2015 Calendar of Events
March 1st and 2nd, 2015
International Congress of Esthetics and Spa – Miami
Miami Beach Convention Center
Miami, Fla.
April 26th and 27th, 2015
International Congress of Esthetics and Spa – Dallas
Arlington Convention Center
Dallas, Texas
September 20th and 21st, 2015
International Congress of Esthetics and Spa – Long Beach
Long Beach Convention Center
Long Beach, Calif.
October 25th and 26th, 2015
International Congress of Esthetics and Spa – Philadelphia
Philadelphia Convention Center
Philadelphia, Penn.
