Approaching Gen Alpha Beauty ... Responsibly

So-called 'Sephora Kids' are heavy users of beauty; they're also more brand-conscious than young adults, favoring labels such as Drunk Elephant, Glow Recipe, Sol de Janeiro and more.
So-called "Sephora Kids" are heavy users of beauty; they're also more brand-conscious than young adults, favoring labels such as Drunk Elephant, Glow Recipe, Sol de Janeiro and more.
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Generation Alpha, comprising those born since 2010, is reportedly more diverse than any previous generation in the United States. They're also beginning to age into the beauty market, with their own distinct habits and preferences, making them stand out from their millennial and Gen Z elders.

These so-called "Sephora Kids" are heavy users of beauty; they're also more brand-conscious than young adults, favoring labels such as Drunk Elephant, Glow Recipe, Sol de Janeiro and more.

Yet, engaging beauty's youngest consumers requires care. Kids simply should not be using harsh actives intended for much more mature skin. Nor should brands be contributing to children's negative image issues.

So how can beauty engage this beauty-loving generation ethically?

On Thursday, February 13, 2025 (12:30-1:15 p.pm.), as part of Luxe Pack/MakeUp in LA, a trio of experts will lead a special session, Approaching the Gen Alpha Consumer-Responsibly.

The panel, comprising Jessica Abrams of Danessa Myricks Beauty and Krystina Wilson of Versedwill break down Gen Alpha's beauty preferences and market impact, their favorite categories and brands, and, most importantly, look at how brands can engage young shoppers with age-appropriate messaging and product arrays.

Key highlights will include:

  • Why Gen Alpha kids are getting into beauty at an earlier age than previous generations.
  • What Gen Alpha is shopping for.
  • Key opportunities for connecting with these emerging consumers.
  • The pitfalls of engaging with children in the beauty space.
  • Ethical practices for brands.
  • The parent factor.

This session will be a must-see for product development teams, marketers and their partners seeking to tap into this emerging consumer base.

👉🏽Registration is now open.

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