Cosmetologie 2010

Following the success of last year’s Cosmetologie 2009, the Philippine International Cosmetologists Association (PICA) and Premier Events Plus Group, Inc. are staging Cosmetologie 2010 on February 23-24, 2010 at the SMX Convention Center at the SM Mall of Asia, the same venue where it was held last year.

I attended some makeup lectures by Fanny Serrano (Classic and Bridal Makeup) and my make-up teacher Lourd Ramos (TV Makeup) during the Cosmetologie 2009. They gave out certificates for attendees.There were booths that sold beauty supplies that are hard to find. The Fanny Serrano booth, from where I got my Sea Sponges, gave discounts on the make ups.  Suesh had their exhibit booth where I met one of the owners, Sheryl. I tested their makeup brushes that I didn’t have yet and I must say the superb quality is consistent in all of their brushes and other products. I bought a leather makeup traincase from them during the event. The exhibitors were varied. Apart from the beauty products showcased, there were lucky charms and magnetic bracelets sold, while health supplements including herbal sleeping pills samples were given away.

Apart from the paid lectures (around Php200 per session), they had free demonstrations in the hall where prizes were also given away. Celebrities  like Pops Fernandez either performed on stage or simply graced the event. Although most of the attendees were salon owners and workers, the convention is a must-attend for all beauty enthusiasts, including makeup newbies. There is much to learn in the trends of makeup artistry and hairstyling that you have to be updated on.

According to  PICA, here’s what to expect in Cosmetologie 2010:

Cosmetologie 2010 will provide the most rewarding educational experience to all its participants with different activities conducted by professionals and experts in various disciplines of cosmetology such as:

Interactive Workshops on Classic Cutting, Comprehensive coloring, Seasonal & trendy styling, Specialty make-up, Nail Enhancement, Hair Enhancement, Aromatherapy & Reflexology.

Live Demonstrations where visitors can watch and learn from the best in the industry as international celebrity experts conduct demonstrations on-stage

Daily Runway Shows where visitors will see total looks come together with fabulous fashion, amazing accessories, spectacular hair and make-up all set to vibrant music and expert commentary.

For more info, please visit the PICA website or the Cosmetologie 2010 page. The former is the source of the event poster above .