Skincare and Esthetics Events in the UK

Skin is one of the most talked about areas of the UK beauty industry, and its events reflect a real appetite for learning. Facialists, skin therapists, estheticians and clinic owners can choose from science led symposiums, big free exhibitions and awards that celebrate the best skincare brands.

For in depth skin knowledge, the International Symposium on Corneotherapy takes place in Oxford each September and Corneotherapy.UK follows in Birmingham each November, both centred on skin barrier health. ACE in March and CCR in October offer free conference and exhibition programmes in London, and Wigmore Presents at the Royal College of Physicians in April focuses on advanced skin and aesthetics. Professional Beauty London each October and Tones of Beauty Expo in summer bring large skincare sections to ExCeL. Future talent has its moment at the WorldSkills UK Beauty Therapist National Final in Cardiff each November, and awards such as the Pure Beauty Awards, the CEW UK Beauty Awards and The Beauty Awards recognise outstanding products.

Every skincare and esthetics event in the UK is listed below with dates, venues and who can attend, so you can plan your learning year.

Getting around

London's skin events are spread between ExCeL, with its own Elizabeth line and DLR stations, the Business Design Centre near Angel, and the Royal College of Physicians by Regent's Park. Birmingham, Oxford and Cardiff are all on the main rail network, with direct trains from London.

Where to stay

For ExCeL, Royal Victoria Dock hotels keep you next to the halls. In Oxford, the symposium venue is a hotel itself, so you can stay on site. Birmingham's city centre is compact and walkable, with plenty of hotel choice.

Tips for skin professionals

• Choose a symposium for science and an exhibition for products; many professionals do one of each a year.
• Register early for the free places at ACE and CCR.
• Keep notes and certificates for your training records.
• Bring client questions with you; experts on the stands are happy to help.