Cosmetic Activations

July 24, 2017
St. Ives Shop
St. Ives Shop

In addition to the mixing bar, guests can also experience an educational ingredient wall featuring popular ingredients, plus a mirrored infinity room full of life-size apricots for photo ops.

Photo: Dave Kotinsky
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