State of Sensitivity: How the Link Between Skin Sensitivity & Emotions Affects Our Wellbeing brought to you by AVEENO®

Sponsored by Aveeno

Aveeno’s panel will feature talent to drive education of skin health equity efforts, awareness and education on sensitive skin conditions on skin of color, and launch their State of Sensitivity in the US report which details how people perceive sensitive skin and how it impacts their lives. Additionally, it will quantify perceptions of sensitivity and the types of sensitive skin states experienced by Americans to illustrate the need for more holistic care.

AVEENO® Accelerator Winner Showcase

Sponsored by Aveeno

The Not So Newlywed Game

Their love stories have stolen our hearts on Instagram and now we're putting them to the ultimate test on the Essence Beauty Carnival Stage! Join us as we bring together a few of our favorite couples to face off in the ultimate Black love battle.

Raising Black Children To Feel Beautiful

In today's society, our children are constantly being fed images of beauty that don't always represent them. From their beautiful brown skin to their curly hair, true confidence
starts at home. Join us for a conversation about the importance of building self-confidence in our black babies from the womb.

P&G Pantene Gold Series #THISISGROWTH

Building on the Reel (Real) Growth pre-seed, Gold Series is coming to the stage to talk all things Growth...her hair, her health and her happiness! Panelists will discuss holistic ways in which hair care products, food and health play a role in overall hair growth and the happiness journey. They will share their #ThisisGrowth moments and talk about their tips to help Black women on their journeys to redefining themselves

P&G MBIB #BLACKBEAUTIFULPERIOD

Today, MBIB continues to hero Black women creatives, and will shine a spotlight on Film Director, Writer and Activist B. Monet. This 1:1 style interview will talk about the upcoming film she directed, Black Girls, which explores the humanity and identity of Black women intergeneration-ally. It will also dive into body consciousness & hair, and what it means to
show up as a Black woman.

Silver Fox Showdown

Are you swifter than a Silver Fox? Here's your chance to find out! Grab your bestie and put your brain power to the test as we battle it out with the handsome brothers of the Silver Fox Squad in friendly trivia competition.

Bozoma St. John Fireside Chat

As one of the most renowned Chief Marketing Officers of our time, Bozoma Saint John has managed to blaze trails in corporate America as a media & entertainment mogul who is unapologetic about her #BlackGirlMagic. Join us for a fireside conversation with the media mogul about career changes, climbing the corporate ladder, showing up as your best self, and making a difference with your career.

Honoring Iconic Beauty Legends

A few of our favorite beauty icons from the 70s and 80s discuss the eternal essence of Black beauty and how they've continued to build upon their legacies over the years.

Dance Workout with Moe Joe

Laid and Slayed: Protecting Your Edges

In this demo, Paula Brit will walk us through edge care and the proper way to maintain styles without sacrificing your edges.

Reclaiming Wellness with Bea Dixon and Melissa Butler

While Black humans have been paramount in shaping the self-care and wellness space, these humans have been removed from the story. A conversation with Bea Dixon and Melissa Butler, leaders in the wellness/beauty/self-care space, on how they have prioritized the self-care for Black humans

Journey To Joy: The Intersection of Travel, Beauty and Finding Your Confidence with Jazmine Sullivan & Nia Long brought to you by Estée Lauder

Sponsored by Estee Lauder