NYSCC (New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists) has announced the debut of the INDIE360 program—an immersive educational and sourcing experience providing up and coming indie brands with insight, information and resources needed to succeed—at the upcoming Suppliers’ Day event taking place November 10-11 at the Javits Convention Center.
 

Connecting Indie Brands and Suppliers

The program was created to foster connections between indie brands and suppliers and allow for open communication as well as to spotlight newer to market companies who are utilizing unique ingredients or combination of ingredients.
 
The INDIE 360 program is moderated and chaired by Luciana Coutinho with panels and pavilion participants curated by Daniela Ciocan (Access Beauty Insiders). The pavilion and all associated programming was made possible by the support of luluble, Gattefosse, Grant Industries and TRI-K.
 
The program will kick off with a half-day conference on Wednesday November 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., moderated by Luciana Coutinho, incoming NYSCC Secretary and founder of luluble.
 
“The INDIE360 program at this year’s Suppliers’ Day is an exciting addition,” said Susanna Fernandes, chair NYSCC. “It truly embodies our theme of “Embracing Beauty: A Celebration of What We Create” with these pioneering entrepreneurs who are redefining beauty and the personal care landscape.”
 

What to Expect

The INDIE360 conference program will feature four sessions and will commence with a presentation from Mintel on “The Future of Color Cosmetics,” followed by a round table discussion “From Startup to Market Leaders” hosted by Daniela Ciocan, who is joined by leading entrepreneurs Indie Lee (Indie Lee Cosmetics), Jeanine Lobell (Neen), and Dr. Robb Akridge (Opulus).
 
“Passionate About Ingredients” will be a lively panel discussion on trending ingredients and hot topics of the moment with founders Alison Cutlan (BIOPHILE), Malaika Jones Kebede (Brown Girl Jane), Ron Robinson, (Beautystat) and Stephanie DiPisa (Solara Suncare), led by Daniela Ciocan. The program will close with a very of the moment topic “Navigating the Supply Chain Issues” presented by Independent Beauty Association chair Elizabeth Corrigan with guest Jim MacPherson of Olaplex Inc.
 
The INDIE360 pavilion highlights fresh ideas and concepts from indie companies who are utilizing unique combinations of ingredients. Companies spotlighted include Chemist Confessions, Dr. J’s Naturals, Hear Me Raw, Immunocologie, Masami, Opulus Beauty Labs, Organic Apoteke, Skin Moderne and Urban Hydration. Show attendees will be able to meet with the founders of these companies and vote for the ‘People’s Choice Award’ with the winner being announced on Thursday November 11.
 
Bossing Up, an association that spotlights black owned beauty business from NYC neighborhoods and communities will be part of the INDIE360 program highlighting Bree & Milly, Exuding Wellness, Just Because Hair NYC, Lovely Leo Skincare and MaDawes hair products.
 
Also, a virtual Suppliers’ Day will be held on November 12 featuring additional suppliers that weren’t able to attend the in-person event and will highlight more outstanding learning programs.