The Aesthetic Show

What The Aesthetic Show does

The Aesthetic Show (TAS) is an annual multi-disciplinary medical aesthetics conference held at Wynn Las Vegas, now in its 19th iteration (2026), operated by Informa Connect, a trading division of Informa PLC (LSE: INF). The company serves practicing medical aesthetic professionals across roughly a dozen specialties — dermatology, plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, otolaryngology, oculoplastic surgery, OB/GYN, and others — plus practice managers, nurses, allied health professionals, and industry exhibitors. Core offerings include the live four-day conference (101.5 hours of content, up to 24 CME credits across ACCME, ACPE, ANCC, AAPA, ADA CERP, and IPCE designations via partner AKH Inc.), hands-on workshops, live demonstrations, the Aesthetic Awards gala, the Integrative Aesthetics Center exhibit, the New Joiners foundation program, and the Aesthetic Medicine Icons recognition program.

The company's technology stack centers on an Eventscribe-based interactive program platform for session browsing and scheduling, paired with the Aesthetic Multispecialty Society (AMS) digital platform that hosts 4,000+ educational videos and serves a 39,000+ member community. There is no disclosed proprietary AI/ML or first-party model layer.

TAS's revenue model combines one-time conference registration fees (tiered from $350 residents/students to $4,900 VIP Industry passes), exhibitor booth rentals and sponsorship packages (175+ exhibitors per event), $175 gala tickets, $999 presentation coaching intensives, and a recently introduced $440-$550/year AMS Premium Membership subscription. The business also benefits from cross-event distribution within Informa's broader medical aesthetics portfolio (AMWC Monaco, AMWC Americas, Vegas Cosmetic Surgery, AMWC Asia and regional variants), Informa-owned industry media (The Aesthetic Guide, Prime Journal), and an exclusive venue partnership with Wynn Las Vegas.

Name

The Aesthetic Show

Legal name

The Aesthetic Show (operated by Informa Connect, a trading division of Informa PLC)

Website

https://aestheticshow.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Aesthetic Show is an annual multi-disciplinary medical aesthetics conference held at Wynn Las Vegas, serving dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aesthetic practitioners with CME-accredited education, an exhibit hall of 175+ industry exhibitors, and a digital community platform with 39,000+ members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Aesthetics Conferences

NAICS

Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries (711)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Beauty, Fashion & Pop-Culture Conventions (MPAGAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Exhibition & Trade Show Management (Conference-Adjacent) (THAHACAF)

Keywords

• Aesthetic medicine conferences
• Medical aesthetics events
• CME accredited education
• Physician education conferences
• Medical trade shows

Headquarters

HQ city

Irvine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Conference Registration Fees: Ticket sales for conference attendance with tiered pricing based on pass type (VIP Conference Pass, Conference Pass, Aesthetic New Joiners, Residents/Students, Industry)
2. Exhibition and Sponsorship: Revenue from exhibitor booth rentals and sponsorship packages including program speakers, workshops, digital advertising, and show bag inserts
3. The Aesthetic Awards Gala Tickets: $175 per ticket for gala attendance, with proceeds supporting Angel Faces nonprofit organization
4. AMS Premium Membership: $550/year premium membership with 20% discount for TAS participants ($440), providing on-demand video access, CME certificates, bookstore access, and event discounts

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Aesthetic Show is an annual multi-disciplinary medical aesthetics conference held at Wynn Las Vegas, featuring CME-accredited scientific sessions, hands-on workshops, live demonstrations, and an exhibit hall for aesthetic industry exhibitors. The event is supplemented by the Aesthetic Multispecialty Society (AMS) digital platform providing on-demand access to session recordings and educational content for medical professionals.

Product overview

The Aesthetic Show is an annual multi-disciplinary aesthetic medicine conference operated by Informa Connect. The core offering is the live in-person conference held at Wynn Las Vegas, supplemented by digital education through the Aesthetic Multispecialty Society (AMS) platform. The event features scientific sessions with CME accreditation (up to 24 credits), hands-on workshops, live demonstrations, an exhibit hall with sponsors and exhibitors, The Aesthetic Awards gala, and specialized programs like the New Joiners Foundation Program and Integrative Aesthetics Center. Session recordings are available on-demand through AMS membership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Aesthetic Awards: Awards program that recognizes medical aesthetic professionals and product manufacturers for excellence in surgical and nonsurgical treatments, practice management, and industry innovations.
• Integrative Aesthetics Center (IAC)

Products and services

• The Aesthetic Show (Annual Conference) Annual multi-disciplinary aesthetic medicine conference featuring live scientific sessions, CME-accredited education, hands-on workshops, live demonstrations, and an exhibit hall with aesthetic industry exhibitors and sponsors.
• Scientific Sessions Program Live scientific sessions covering injectables, medical aesthetic devices, specialized aesthetic medicine topics, and business/practice management content for medical aesthetic practitioners.
• CME Accreditation Program Continuing medical education credits available through AKH Inc. and Informa Connect, offering up to 24.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, ANCC contact hours, AAPA Category 1 CME credits, and ADA CERP continuing education credits for healthcare professionals.
• The Aesthetic Awards Annual awards ceremony recognizing outstanding medical aesthetic professionals and product manufacturers across categories including Lifetime Achievement, Medical Aesthetic Vanguard, Best Aesthetic Practice, Treatment Awards, and Industry Awards.
• Aesthetic New Joiners Program Foundation program for emerging practitioners entering aesthetic medicine, offering structured curriculum covering injectables, lasers, body shaping, threads, and skin of color training with safety and anatomy fundamentals.
• Integrative Aesthetics Center Exhibit hall section featuring science-based integrative medicine products and services including lab tests, cosmeceuticals, evidence-based cannabinoids, hormone replacement therapy, gut-skin health products, vitamins, supplements, microbiome assessment, and nutraceuticals.
• Aesthetic Multispecialty Society (AMS) Digital Platform Digital membership platform providing on-demand session recordings, webinars, CME credits, scientific content, AMS TV, forums, and access to over 3,000-4,000 educational videos. Basic membership is included free with conference pass; premium membership offers additional benefits including VOD access.
• The Aesthetic Show Gala Annual evening gala event featuring entertainment, awards announcements, and fundraising for nonprofit organization Angel Faces. Gala ticket price is $175.
• Exhibit Hall / Sponsorship Opportunities Trade show floor providing exhibitor booth space and sponsorship packages for aesthetic industry companies to connect with practitioners. Includes booth infrastructure, registrations, and company listing in mobile app.
• Presentation Coaching Intensive Private one-on-one coaching intensive for clinicians and thought leaders wanting to improve presentation skills, priced at $999 for a one-hour session.
• AMS Premium Membership Annual premium membership for the AMS digital platform, providing on-demand video access, CME certificates, bookstore access, and event discounts. Priced at $550/year or $440 for TAS participants.

Quantifiable outcome

• 88% of exhibitors close sales onsite
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Angel FacescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Aesthetic Awards Gala proceeds directly benefit Angel Faces, a nonprofit organization providing intensive education, healing retreats, and ongoing support for girls and young women with burn/trauma injuries. The gala is a key fundraising event supporting the nonprofit's mission to restore confidence and transform lives.
• Aesthetic Multispecialty Society (AMS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMS is the official scientific partner providing scientific committee oversight for programs. The society connects 39,000+ members on a digital platform with 4,000+ videos. TAS sessions are available on-demand through AMS, and basic AMS membership is included free with conference registration.
• AKH Inc. (Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJointly provided CME accreditation activity with AKH Inc., an accredited provider jointly recognized by ACCME, ACPE, and ANCC. AKH designates up to 24.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits and provides CPD/CME certificates.
• SkinCeuticalsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Puppy Lounge experience at TAS, partnering with Nevada SPCA Animal Shelter. Donations of $15+ to the rescue receive a complimentary full-size product from SkinCeuticals.
• BENEV Company, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of The Garden of Youth Cocktail Affair at The Aesthetic Show 2026, hosting an evening event with ExoCoBio at the Regency Noir Social Season.
• Wynn Las VegascoreOthersExclusive venue partner for The Aesthetic Show, providing discounted hotel rooms for attendees and hosting all conference events, expo hall, and gala.
• Air CanadaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial Canadian airline partner providing discounted travel rates for TAS attendees with promotion code RH29PAG1.
• United AirlinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTravel partner offering 2-10% discounts for TAS attendees with promotion code ZPXA111422.
• Delta AirlinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTravel partner offering 2-10% discounts on domestic and international routes with meeting event code NM42M.
• Southwest AirlinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTravel partner offering 1-2% discounts plus 15% bonus points for TAS attendees using SWABIZ booking.
• Avis and BudgetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCar rental partners offering discounted rates for TAS attendees with AWD code J157623 (Avis) and BCD code S274076 (Budget).
• IM-Aesthetics (Informa Medical Aesthetics)coreOthersGlobal multi-channel resource for medical aesthetics advocating for continuing education of physicians worldwide. Part of Informa Markets/Informa PLC, organizing conferences and providing educational platforms.
• Nevada SPCA Animal ShelterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnimal shelter partnered with SkinCeuticals and TAS for Puppy Lounge event, receiving donations from attendee interactions.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vegas Cosmetic Surgery: Informa-operated sister event also held in Las Vegas targeting aesthetic medicine professionals. Overlaps significantly with TAS in exhibitor base (device manufacturers, skincare brands) and attendee pool (plastic surgeons, dermatologists, cosmetic practitioners), creating internal cannibalization risk.
• American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Annual Meeting: Annual meeting for dermatologic surgeons featuring cosmetic and aesthetic procedure education, live demonstrations, and an industry exhibit hall. Targets the same core audience as TAS (cosmetic surgeons, dermatologists performing aesthetic procedures) and offers comparable CME programming and exhibitor opportunities.
• 5 Continent Congress (5CC): International medical aesthetics conference held across multiple geographies (Barcelona, Dubai, etc.), combining CME-accredited scientific sessions with a substantial industry exhibition. Directly comparable in audience (dermatologists, plastic surgeons, aesthetic practitioners) and exhibitor positioning to TAS.
• AMWC (Aesthetic & Anti-aging Medicine World Congress): Global flagship aesthetic medicine congress operated by Informa's Euromedicom division, targeting the same medical aesthetics practitioner audience with CME programming, exhibitor halls, and sponsored workshops. Directly comparable in audience, content, and exhibitor ecosystem, though geographically split across Monaco, Americas, Asia, and other regional editions.
• American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery (ASLMS) Annual Conference: Medical society meeting focused on laser and energy-based devices, a core category of the aesthetic medicine exhibitor base at TAS. Attracts overlapping physician attendees and energy-device manufacturer exhibitors, providing a competing venue for both education and product launches.
• Cosmetic Surgery Forum: Multi-specialty cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine conference targeting dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and core aesthetic practitioners. Comparable CME-accredited programming and direct-to-attendee model, positioned as a more intimate alternative to larger medical aesthetics conferences.
• IMCAS (International Master Course on Aging Science): Independent medical aesthetics congress with global editions (Paris, Asia, etc.) serving dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aesthetic practitioners with CME-accredited education and an industry exhibition. Directly comparable in scientific programming, audience, and exhibitor value proposition, making it the principal independent competitor to Informa's aesthetic event portfolio.
• ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference: Dermatology-focused conference combining medical, surgical, and aesthetic dermatology with an industry exhibit hall. Overlaps with TAS in dermatology attendee base and aesthetic device/pharmaceutical exhibitors, offering CME-accredited education in a competing event window.

Broad incumbents

• American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting: Largest dermatology professional association meeting in the U.S., attracting many of the same dermatologists and aesthetic practitioners as TAS. While broader in scope (general dermatology plus aesthetics), its aesthetic medicine tracks and industry exhibition compete for the same attendee attention and exhibitor spend.
• Informa Markets (Medical Aesthetics Portfolio): Parent division housing TAS alongside AMWC, Vegas Cosmetic Surgery, The Aesthetic Guide, Prime Journal, and related global aesthetics brands. While not a competitor per se, the broader portfolio shapes TAS's strategic options, pricing constraints, and shared services — making it the most relevant contextual benchmark for portfolio strategy and resource allocation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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