Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
Beauty Connect is a premier trade show uniting beauty brands, retailers, investors, and creators. Scheduled for October 28 to 30, 2026, in Los Angeles, this event offers a unique platform for networking and collaboration.
With a focus on innovation and growth, attendees will engage in insightful discussions and workshops led by industry experts. Beauty Connect takes place in Los Angeles, USA.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Beauty Connect takes place from October 28 to 30, 2026, in Los Angeles, USA.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event connects beauty brands, retailers, investors, and creators to drive growth.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by Kisaco Research, known for facilitating impactful industry connections.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include C-suite executives and decision-makers from leading beauty brands.
- 5Entry: Registration is available online; attendees can book their participation now.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest beauty trends and innovations, network with industry leaders, and explore investment opportunities. Attendees include C-suite executives and decision-makers from leading beauty brands. Registration is available online; attendees can book their participation now.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at Beauty Connect offers brands the chance to showcase their products to key decision-makers, enhance visibility in the beauty market, and engage directly with potential partners and customers. This is an opportunity to build relationships that can lead to significant business growth.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Beauty brand executives seeking growth opportunities
Retail buyers looking for innovative products
Investors interested in emerging beauty brands
Marketing professionals aiming to enhance brand visibility
Creators and influencers seeking collaboration with brands
Supply chain professionals looking for efficient solutions
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Beauty brands showcasing new products
Retailers looking for unique offerings
Investors seeking high-potential beauty startups
Marketing agencies targeting beauty clients
Technology providers for beauty eCommerce
Consultants specializing in beauty industry growth
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Skincare products and innovations
Makeup and cosmetic lines
Haircare solutions and treatments
Fragrances and personal care items
Beauty technology and tools
Sustainable beauty products
Location & Facilities
Venue
Los Angeles, USA
Attend
Entry & tickets
Who runs the show
Organisers
Kisaco Research
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Los Angeles, USA
Why it matters
On 2026-10-28 to 2026-10-30, Beauty Connect in Los Angeles covering Skincare products and innovations, Makeup and cosmetic lines, Haircare solutions and treatments, Fragrances and personal gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Primary international gateway for Beauty Connect LA; use the LAX-it pickup area for rideshare and taxi, or the free LAX shuttle to LAX/Metro Transit Center for rail connections
About 18 mi to Downtown Los Angeles (HowLongDrive)
to venue
Around 23-30 min in normal traffic
by car
Smaller domestic alternative north of the city; often easier to reach Downtown than LAX on low-traffic days, but confirm airline schedules for your dates
About 13 mi to Downtown Los Angeles (HowLongDrive)
to venue
Around 25 min in normal traffic
by car
Long Beach
Regional alternative south of Los Angeles; smaller and often faster to navigate than LAX, but with fewer long-haul connections. Confirm transfer time before booking
About 20 mi to Downtown Los Angeles (approximate; confirm route)
to venue
Approx. 30-45 min depending on traffic (estimate; confirm live routing)
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown by IHG
5-star
Downtown Los Angeles4.5
Holiday Inn Express West Los Angeles-Santa Monica by IHG
3-star
West LA / Santa Monica4.6
Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Century City/Beverly Hills
3-star
Century City / Beverly Hills4.1
Holiday Inn Express Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
3-star
LAX Airport4.2
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Los Angeles Airport Hawthorne by IHG
3-star
Hawthorne / LAX Airport4.0
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi/rideshare
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from LAX to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forLos Angeles International (LAX) to the venue
About 18 mi and 25-40 min in normal traffic. Use the LAX-it pickup area for ride-hailing and taxis; allow extra time during trade-show peak hours.
taxi/rideshare
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from BUR to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forHollywood Burbank (BUR) to the venue
About 13 mi and 25-40 min depending on freeway traffic. BUR can be faster than LAX for domestic arrivals if your airline serves it.
taxi/rideshare
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from LGB to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forLong Beach (LGB) to the venue
Roughly 20 mi south of Downtown; expect 30-45 min outside peak traffic. Fewer long-haul flights, so compare total journey time before booking.
metro
Estimated costApprox. USD 1.75 one way with TAP; LAX terminal shuttle to the transit center is free
Best forLAX/Metro Transit Center to Downtown Los Angeles
Take the free LAX shuttle to LAX/Metro Transit Center, then the C Line and transfer to the A or E Line toward Downtown. Allow 45-70 min airport to Downtown and check metro.net for service changes.
airport bus
Estimated costApprox. USD 9.75 one way for FlyAway plus approx. USD 1.75 Metro fare
Best forLAX FlyAway to Union Station, then Metro to LACC
Useful if you prefer a fixed-route bus to Union Station and then a short Metro or rideshare leg to the convention center. Confirm current FlyAway schedules and fares.
parking
Estimated costApprox. USD 20-35 per day; confirm current event rates
Best forLos Angeles Convention Center on-site garages
LACC publishes venue maps showing garage entrances. Rates can rise during large shows, so check the venue site and consider pre-purchase or arriving early.
metro
Estimated costApprox. USD 1.75 per one-way TAP ride
Best forDowntown LA local rail/bus to LACC
A, B, D, E, and J lines serve the Downtown core around 7th Street/Metro Center and Union Station. Walk or take a short DASH/rideshare leg to LACC.
Weather
Late October in Downtown Los Angeles is usually mild and dry: daytime highs around 75-80F (24-27C), evening lows around 58-62F (14-17C). Rain is uncommon but possible, and LACC halls are air-conditioned, so pack a light layer for sessions and show-floor meetings. Confirm the live forecast 7 days before departure.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
U.S. mobile networks use GSM/LTE/5G; check your roaming plan or buy an eSIM before departure. LACC typically offers venue Wi-Fi, but speeds vary in packed halls, so carry a mobile hotspot if you are live-posting product launches or scheduling buyer meetings. Power outlets are U.S. Type A/B, 120V; bring a plug adapter for UK/EU devices.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Beauty-industry dress code
Los Angeles beauty trade events tend to be business casual with a creative edge: smart jeans, polished sneakers, and a jacket for buyer dinners work well. Pack comfortable shoes for long days across LACC halls.
Meetings and retail buyers
The LA beauty scene spans indie brand founders, salon and professional distribution, retail buyers, packaging suppliers, and formulation partners. Schedule buyer meetings in advance and keep line sheets and product samples carry-on ready.
Tipping and payments
U.S. service tipping is typically 15-20% at restaurants and bars; cards are widely accepted, including at taxis and rideshares. Carry a small amount of cash for tips and keep a payment card for event-week expenses.
Getting around
Los Angeles is car-oriented and neighbourhoods are far apart. Cluster Downtown, LAX/Hawthorne, and Westside meetings by day, avoid peak-hour freeway travel, and plan rideshare or Metro legs before you leave the hotel.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: LAX
Book 1-3 months before departure for Beauty Connect LA: Google Flights flagged 28 Oct 2026 JFK-LAX and LHR-LAX fares as currently high, and its price insight says the cheapest window is usually 1-3 months prior. Return-date flexibility matters: LHR-LAX showed a USD 581 fare for 28 Oct-2 Nov versus other combinations. Prices on the captured cards include required taxes and fees for one adult; bags and seat fees are extra. For the 28-30 Oct 2026 event window, compare LAX against BUR and LGB if your origin has direct service.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Los Angeles International (LAX): Around 23-30 min in normal traffic; Hollywood Burbank (BUR): Around 25 min in normal traffic; Long Beach (LGB): Approx. 30-45 min depending on traffic (estimate; confirm live routing). Allow road or rail time to ; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near : Downtown Los Angeles: InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown by IHG; West LA / Santa Monica: Holiday Inn Express West Los Angeles-Santa Monica by IHG; Century City / Beverly Hills: Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Century City/Beverly Hills.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft operate across Los Angeles. At LAX, follow signs to the LAX-it pickup area for ride-hailing and taxis, then ride to Downtown; allow 25-40 min in normal traffic. At LACC, use the designated rideshare pickup zones on Figueroa Street or Pico Boulevard and confirm the pin with your driver. Surge pricing is common during trade-show close and rush hour, so compare fares or pre-book if you have buyer meetings.
Public transit: LA Metro serves Downtown LA via the A, B, D, E, and J lines around 7th Street/Metro Center and Union Station. From LAX, take the free LAX shuttle to LAX/Metro Transit Center, then the C Line and transfer to the A or E Line toward Downtown; the one-way TAP fare is approx. USD 1.75. The E Line also connects Santa Monica/West LA to Downtown. Use a TAP card or contactless payment, check metro.net for service changes, and allow 45-70 min airport to Downtown by rail.
Parking: LACC operates on-site parking structures; published venue maps at laconventioncenter.com/visiting/venue-maps show garage entrances. Expect approx. USD 20-35 per day for event parking, with higher rates during large shows; confirm current rates and pre-purchase options on the venue site. Rideshare drop-off is usually smoother than driving if you are staying Downtown, and several hotels in the capture advertise parking (some paid).
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026 (Beauty Connect LA runs 28-30 Oct 2026)
Temperature: Daytime highs usually around 75-80F (24-27C) and evening lows around 58-62F (14-17C). LACC halls are air-conditioned, so a light layer helps during long sessions and show-floor meetings.
Seasonality: October sits near the end of Los Angeles' long dry season, so substantial rainfall is uncommon during the show window. A light jacket is still worth packing for cooler evenings and air-conditioned halls.
Packing: Pack business-casual layers, comfortable show-floor shoes, a light jacket for air-conditioned halls, and a compact umbrella only if the forecast shifts. Bring a refillable water bottle, notebook or tablet for buyer meetings, and U.S. Type A/B plug adapters for UK/EU devices.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Beauty Connect usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Register for Beauty Connect LA and book flights into LAX (or compare BUR and LGB); reserve a refundable hotel in Downtown LA, LAX/Hawthorne, or Century City/Beverly Hills.
T-2
Request buyer or exhibitor meeting slots through the event app or organiser portal; prioritise beauty retail buyers, distributors, indie brand founders, packaging suppliers, and formulation partners on your target list.
T-3
Plan the LAX-to-Downtown leg: compare rideshare or taxi against the LAX shuttle plus Metro C Line connection; download the TAP app and check metro.net service alerts.
T-4
Download Los Angeles Convention Center venue maps and review the Beauty Connect LA schedule at beautyconnectla.com/schedule; mark conference sessions, show-floor appointments, and badge pickup.
T-5
Prepare brand one-pagers, retail line sheets, buyer decks, and sample carry-on plans for beauty and personal-care products you plan to show or source.
T-6
Check the late-October Los Angeles forecast and pack business-casual layers, comfortable show-floor shoes, and a light jacket for air-conditioned halls.
T-7
Confirm hotel check-in, badge collection point, and airport transfer; pre-book a rideshare or taxi if you arrive after dark or during peak traffic.
T-8
Charge devices, download the event app, and plan an early day-one arrival at LACC for badge pickup and opening sessions.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at the venue
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Beauty Connect registration concourse
the venue
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
the venue
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$300.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$450.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Beauty Connect fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Beauty Connect, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Skincare products and innovations and Makeup and cosmetic lines solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Beauty Connect in Los Angeles.
Min. budget
$600.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Skincare products and innovations and Makeup and cosmetic lines products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,700.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Los Angeles show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC)
- The Downtown Los Angeles convention complex hosting this edition, with interactive floor plans and campus layout maps published at laconventioncenter.com.
- LAX
- Los Angeles International Airport, the principal long-haul arrival point for international exhibitors and buyers, roughly 30 minutes from Downtown by car outside peak traffic.
- BUR and LGB
- Hollywood Burbank (BUR) and Long Beach (LGB) airports, smaller Southern California alternates to LAX for domestic arrivals.
- LA Metro
- The regional rail and bus network, including the LAX connection documented at metro.net/destinations/lax.
- IHG and Marriott properties
- Hotel brands surfaced in Google Hotels captures for this show window, spanning airport-area 3-star to Downtown 5-star options on IHG and Marriott booking sites.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Beauty Connect 2026
- Beauty Connect Los Angeles 2026
- Los Angeles USA
- Beauty Trade Show Los Angeles 2026
- Beauty Trade Show Trade Show Los Angeles
- Skincare products and innovations
- Makeup and cosmetic lines
- Haircare solutions and treatments
- Fragrances and personal care items
- Beauty Trade Show B2B Trade Expo Los Angeles
Digital business cards for the show floor
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.