Cosmoprof 2003 The Beauty Event

When the gates open at the Bologna fairgrounds for the 36th Cosmoprof, March 7-10, the event will begin drawing tens of thousands of people, from every corner of the globe, to this showcase of the beauty industry.

The world’s largest event for the cosmetics, fragrances and personal care markets is expected to field over 1,700 exhibitors representing all kinds of beauty products, gift items, salon and spa equipment and furnishings and personal care products for hair salons, as well as packaging suppliers, contract manufacturers, publications and associations. Participants will present products and services across more than 70,000 square meters of space.

Cosmoprof 2002 tallied 1,782 exhibitors representing 2,178 companies from 47 countries. A total of 129,827 visitors attended, of whom 28,212 were from outside Italy.

Cosmopak, the show within a show that focuses on packaging, raw materials, machinery and outsourced production in Halls 19 and 20 gathered 267 exhibitors across 10,325 square meters.

This year, show organizer Sogecos, is providing the opportunity to buy tickets to the show on-line at www. cosm prof.com. The service is available until Feb. 16.


Pre-Show Events
Wednesday, March 5th
INFORMATION DAY COLIPA: The European Cosmetic Toiletry and Perfumery Association.

Thursday, March6th
INTERNATIONAL COSMETIC FORUM: The annual Scientific Event organized by the University of Bologna.

ACCADEMIA DEL PROFUMO – 14th INTERNATIONAL AWARD: Gala evening. Prize giving ceremony. Event by invitation only.

Saturday, March 8th
NACDS (National Association Chain Drugstores): Trade Mission.

BBSI (Beauty and Barber Supply Institute) and NCA (National Cosmetology Association): Trade Mission.

FEDP CONGRESS: European Con­gress by the Fédération Européenne Des Par­fumeurs Dètaillants in collaboration with Cosmoprof. Afternoon.

Sunday, March 9th
COSMOPROF THEATRUM: Hairshow L’Oreal with Aldo Coppola and Trevor Sorbie. Entrance by invitation.

CINEARTI INTERNATIONAL AWARD “LA CHIOMA DI BERENICE” – 6th Edition: Awarding of prizes for the best hairstyling, make-up and costumes in international movies. Promoted by Federacconciatori – CNA and Cosmoprof.

Monday, March 10th
COSMOPROF THEATRUM: Hairshow L’Oreal with Aldo Coppola and Trevor Sorbie. Entrance by invitation.