IBA Hosting Technical Regulatory Forum Virtually

Feb 2nd, 2021

Jacquelyn Schlabach

Registration includes on-demand access to all sessions.

Registration includes on-demand access to all sessions.

Independent Beauty Association is hosting its Technical Regulatory Forum virtually this year from February 23-25, 2021.

The three-day event will feature experts in the cosmetic and personal care industry who will lead attendees through one-hour discussions designed to enhance one's knowledge relevant to running a successful and compliant business.

Seventeen curated sessions will focus on emerging legal, technical, legislative and regulatory issues. Registration includes on-demand access to all sessions.

Attendees will be able to ask questions, get real-time answers and connect with peers during this forum.

Registration is available here.

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