The fifth edition of the StyleSpeak Presents HBS Beauty Conference 2025 will be held on 7th and 8th April 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India. Spearheaded by a conference advisory team featuring industry experts, the two-day conference aims at highlighting and educating the audiences on various aspects related to the professional beauty industry. An impressive line-up of more than 25 eminent industry leaders and experts will focus on the latest developments into varied aspects of beauty, namely treatments, products, gadgets and management of beauty services that aids growth in business to stay ahead of the curve in this competitive industry.
Here’s a snapshot of what the conference entails.
Industry Trends and Expertise
With a stellar lineup of over 25 eminent speakers, the conference will delve into the latest developments in professional treatments, products, gadgets, and salon management. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into the dynamic professional Indian beauty landscape, ensuring their businesses stays ahead of the curve.
What to Expect at StyleSpeak Beauty Conference 2025
The conference offers a comprehensive guide of learning opportunities that would include the following.
Expert Panel Discussions: Engaging debates and discussions on critical industry topics.
Live Demonstrations: Live showcases of cutting-edge techniques and treatments.
In-Depth Technical Sessions: Focused presentations on specific beauty concerns and solutions.
Who Should Attend StyleSpeak Beauty Conference 2025?
The StyleSpeak Beauty Conference 2025 is tailored for the following professionals of the beauty industry.
- Beauty industry leaders and CEOs of salons
- Technical experts and aestheticians
- Skin specialists and educators
- Trainees seeking to enhance their skills
Day 1 Highlights: Navigating Customer Demands and Technological Advancements
- Meeting the Demands of today’s customer: From Gen Alpha to Baby Boomers
The panel discussion will delve deep into how salons can gear up to meet the diverse demands of customers across different age groups and types. The session will be chaired by Sandhya Chipalkatti, Founder & Editor at StyleSpeak with elite panellists that will include Vipul Chaturvedi, CEO, Lakme Salons, Samir Srivastav CEO, LOOKS Salon and Deepak Praveen, CBO, Green Trends.
- Premiumization’s the buzz: Elevate your Services by adding hospitality and luxury experiences
This session will shed light on the different factors that need to be met like décor, ambience, and aesthetics. This trend in the beauty industry has led to an increase in the spending on premium goods and experiences. The panel will be chaired by Prannay Dokkannia Managing Director and COO Lloyds Luxury with Sneh Koticha, Director JCB and Kiran Bawa, M.D., Iosis Spa & Wellness.
- Optimizing your salon business performance with Data & Tech
This technical session will focus on why data and technology play a pivotal role in every aspect of running a successful salon business. It will be chaired by Vikram Bhat, Co-founder Enrich and the featured panellists will include Sachin Kamat, General Manager, Zenoti, Sahil Gupta CEO, Bodycraft Salon & Spa and Dhruv Gupta, Co-founder, Try My Style.
1) Next up, is a technical session to help the audiences understand a very common skin concern called Rosacea and its solutions. Marisa Goel Managing Partner, Serena’s Salon, CEO, The Skin Inn will be the helm this session.
2) Additionally, Day 1 of the StyleSpeak Beauty Conference 2025 will feature experts demonstrate pigmentation treatments followed by a demonstration on acne and skin clearing treatments.
Day 2 Highlights: Focus on Technical Advancements and Business Growth
- Catch them Young: Avoid Early Skin Ageing with preventive maintenance protocols
Panellists Dr. Madhuri Agarwal, Founder & Director, Yavana Aesthetic Clinics and Sukirti Patnaik, Founder, Indulge Salon will lay emphasis on how ageing is increasing in the younger population due to varied factors like lifestyle, stress and pollution. The session will also address preventive treatments to slow down ageing.
- Men and their Beauty Evolution
The second technical session will be chaired by Dr. Apratim Goel, CEO & Director, Cutis Skin Studio and the panellists will include Dr, Vinaya Bagwe, Head of Skin, Enrich Salon, and Shweta Ghadge, Head Coach Skin, Truefitt & Hill India.
- The Science of Ageless Skin: Elevating Anti-Aging Facials to the Next Level
This live demonstration will feature Dr. Pooja Gadikar, Senior Aesthetician & Cosmetologist, 7E Wellness India.
- Aesthetic treatments are growing: Should your salon add it to the menu?”
Post lunch, this technical session will focus on how salons can increase their business performance by adding aesthetic treatments to their portfolio. This session will be chaired by Vaishali Shah, Founder and Director, LTA and Renu Kant, Director, Envi Salon.
- Salon Marketing: Client Acquisition & Retention
This session will highlight the correct marketing strategy to acquire new customers and retain the existing ones. Samir Srivastav, CEO, LOOKS will chair this session with panellists Kapil Sharma, Founder, Kapil’s Salon, Vandana Bhardwaj, M.D., Marie Claire Salons and Akshay Poorey, Co-founder, Dingg.
- How Can Salons and Brands Have a Harmonious and Productive Relationship
The conference will conclude with this interesting workshop chaired by Rahul Bhalchandra, Co-Founder, YLG Salon featuring panellists C.K. Kumaravel, Co-founder, Naturals Salon, Blessing Manikandan, CEO, Toni & Guy South Asia and Dheeraj Arora, M.D.& CEO, Streax.
Why Attend?
The StyleSpeak Beauty Conference 2025 is an unparalleled opportunity owing to the following attributes.
- Gain insights from professional industry leaders and experts
- Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies
- Network with fellow professionals and experts
- Enhance your business strategies and skills
- Grow your business within the professional Indian beauty market
