International Congress of Esthetics & Spa 2027
Event Date
September 19–20, 2027
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Expected Exhibitors
100
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe International Congress of Esthetics and Spa (ICES) is a professional skincare trade show and education conference held in Philadelphia. It brings together leading skincare brands, expert-led demonstrations, and hands-on education in one setting at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The event describes itself as "East Coast excellence meets esthetics," combining a busy exhibitor floor with workshops and educational conferences.
The show is built for licensed beauty and spa professionals. Its audience includes estheticians, skin care specialists, waxing and brow professionals, lash professionals, cosmetologists, MedSpa owners, nurse practitioners, spa owners and managers, and makeup artists. Students and educators also attend and can access special discounts.
Attendees come to discover new product lines, demo the latest technologies, and connect directly with brand founders and educators. An all-inclusive admission covers branded workshops, educational conferences, live demos on the show floor, and exclusive show-only specials, alongside a marketplace of skincare, spa, and wellness exhibitors. It is worth attending for professionals looking to expand their services, sharpen their skills, and grow their careers in the science and business of skin.
Show Highlights
- 100+ exhibitors showcasing professional skincare brands, esthetic devices, clean beauty lines, spa equipment, and emerging skin-health innovations.
- Branded workshops sponsored by leading brands, designed to help attendees elevate their business and services.
- Educational conferences offering expert-led sessions on the science and business of skin.
- Live demos on the show floor where attendees can see the latest treatments and technologies in action.
- Exclusive show-only specials and discounts on featured products.
- Student and teacher discounts to support those entering the profession.
- Participating and featured brands have included names such as Circadia, Éminence Organic Skin Care, Lira Clinical, Hale & Hush, Dermaware, and TIZO.
Registration
Registration is completed online through the official ICES website, and all admission passes are all-inclusive (covering workshops, conferences, live floor demos, and show specials).
Two pass types are offered:
- 2-Day All-Inclusive Admission
- 1-Day All-Inclusive Admission
Published early-bird pricing for a recent edition was $90 for a 2-day ticket and $70 for a 1-day ticket, with prices rising after an early-bird cutoff date. Attendees should confirm current 2027 pricing and deadlines on the official site before purchasing. For help with a registration (for example, updating details or correcting a pass), the show directs attendees to email Registration@LNEonline.com or call 1-800-471-0229.
History
The International Congress of Esthetics and Spa (ICES) is an established esthetician trade show and skincare conference produced by LNE (LNE Online). It runs a series of U.S. editions across multiple cities—Philadelphia, PA; Dallas, TX; Long Beach, CA; and Fort Lauderdale, FL—delivering education, workshops, product discovery, and networking to licensed beauty and spa professionals. The Philadelphia edition is the show's East Coast event, hosted at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. (Founding year and additional milestone details were not stated on the sources reviewed.)
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: September 21, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the ICES Philadelphia show held?
The International Congress of Esthetics and Spa in Philadelphia takes place September 19 and 20, 2027, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Hall F, located at 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Show hours are 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
Who should attend ICES?
ICES is designed for licensed beauty and spa professionals, including estheticians, skin care and waxing specialists, brow and lash professionals, cosmetologists, MedSpa owners, nurse practitioners, spa owners and managers, and makeup artists. Students and educators are also welcome and may qualify for discounts.
How do I register and what does admission include?
You can register online through the official ICES website by choosing a 1-day or 2-day all-inclusive pass. Admission includes branded workshops, educational conferences, live demos on the show floor, and access to exclusive show-only specials and 100+ exhibitors.
What hotels are near the venue?
Several discounted hotels are within a block or adjacent to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, including the Philadelphia Marriott, Hampton Inn, Four Points by Sheraton, Element Philadelphia, The Notary by Marriott, and Canopy by Hilton. Book directly through the official ICES hotels page, as the show warns against third-party housing companies claiming to be affiliated with ICES.
How do I get to the Pennsylvania Convention Center?
The venue is in Center City Philadelphia and is accessible by car, SEPTA Regional Rail at Jefferson Station, the Market-Frankford and Broad Street subway lines, and numerous bus routes. From Philadelphia International Airport, SEPTA's Airport Line offers a direct rail connection into the city seven days a week.
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