Last week, brand founders, suppliers and retail buyers gathered for Uplink Expo 2024, the trade show produced by Beauty Independent parent company Indie Beauty Media Group at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City. The venue was buzzing with over 60 emerging brands and 20-plus suppliers on display from around the globe—there were companies from 10 countries—and the nation presenting their perfumes, body oils, lotions, lubes and much more.