B.L.N.D., Agency Guacamole’s annual panel event focused on Beauty, Lifestyle and Nurturing Diversity is back for another year of connection and fresh perspectives from those in our industry.
B.L.N.D started in 2018 and has become an important touchpoint for the beauty/lifestyle industry as it relates to representation and inclusivity, and we’re excited to share this year’s topic: Genderless Beauty – The Future is Now.
We are so excited to hear from our panelists about their own unique perspectives on and experiences with gender (or the lack thereof) and how they feel brands in the genderless beauty space are connecting with consumers. Read more about each panelist below:
Frederic Chen (he/she/they) – Content Creator
Frederic Chen is a creator who covers everything from beauty, DIYs and decor, to fashion hauls. Frederic has spoken at length about their experience with gender and sexuality with their online community. Frederic is known for their series called “Making Up My Mind on ___,” where they do their makeup while discussing topics related to LGBTQ+ culture, internet drama and other hot topics.
Gloria Noto (she/they) – Pro MUA and Brand Owner
Gloria Noto has been a professional makeup artist since 2006 and is the founder of inclusive, minimalist skincare line @NOTO_Botanics. With Gloria as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, this all-natural line of edited essentials was created with every body in mind. Noto Botanics reflects the changes she wanted to see in the industry. She wanted to make changes not only in the ingredients, but also in the visual identity and messaging of what wellness and beauty could look and feel like.
Maebe A. Girl (she/they) – Drag Queen and Politician
Maebe is currently serving as Treasurer and At-Large Representative for the Silver Lake Neighborhood Council in Los Angeles. Upon her election in 2019, she became the first drag queen elected to public office in the United States. Maebe is responsible for forming the Silver Lake LGBTQIA Advocates Committee and a founding member and serves on the executive committee of the LGBTQ+ Alliance of Los Angeles Neighborhood Councils, which is recognized as the first city-backed initiative for the LGBTQ+ Community in the City of Los Angeles.
Attendees will have the opportunity to mingle with beauty industry execs, content creators, media and generally cool people who want to move this conversation forward.
As with all our B.L.N.D. events, there will be fun adult beverages, brand activations and a make-your-own-gift-bag gifting suite (you heard that right!).
Sign up now to attend via this link as this event is sure to sell out!