FAQ

WHAT IS INDIE BEAUTY EXPO?

• Indie Beauty Expo (IBE) is the largest exposition of independent beauty brands from all over the world, founded to support the growth and success of indie brands and the entrepreneurs behind them.

WHO CAN ATTEND INDIE BEAUTY EXPO?

• Buyers and Press who are pre-approved can attend both days of IBE free of charge. Please submit an application on our Attend Page.
• Beauty and trade professionals must purchase tickets for access to both days.

CAN I ATTEND AS AN INFLUENCER?

• Unless specifically invited by IBE to attend both days, influencers should submit an application as Press for pre-approval in order to attend.

I AM A WHOLESALER OR DISTRIBUTOR, CAN I ATTEND AS A BUYER?

• Unfortunately no. We define Buyers as retailers that stock a multi-brand inventory of beauty products and who are ready to place wholesale orders with our exhibitors.
• We love to see wholesalers and distributors at our show, and they can purchase tickets to attend.

WHAT IS UPLINK LIVE?

• Uplink Live is the latest initiative by the Indie Beauty Media Group. Providing access to a variety of innovative solutions to support the growth of independent brands and the success of beauty entrepreneurs, Uplink Live is a simultaneous trade event occurring at IBE New York.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO REGISTER OR GET TICKETS?

• If you buy your tickets in the first month after they go on sale, you can take advantage of “Early Bird” pricing.
• By registering and buying your tickets before the show, you can speed up your check-in process during the show.

ARE CHILDREN/INFANTS ALLOWED TO ATTEND?

• No. Indie Beauty Media Group supports parents and understands the limitations in scheduling child care. However, all of our events are not safe nor suitable for children. This includes babies carried in strollers and carriers.

DO I NEED TO BRING ID TO THE EVENT?

• Yes. If you intend to consume alcohol at the show, you will need proof of age.

WHERE CAN I FIND PARKING?

• The most convenient parking near the event can be located using bestparking.com