WOT Beauty Summit in Austin on October 18

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Glow from the inside out!

Welcome to the Women of Today Beauty Summit at the Junior League of Austin! Today is all about you: a full day of expert speakers, hands-on activations, great food, and a room full of women who are here to learn, connect, and feel their best. Camila Alves McConaughey is hosting, and you will hear from board-certified dermatologist Dr. Noreen Galaria, self-compassion pioneer Dr. Kristin Neff, poet Georgie Jones, and a lineup of hair, makeup, and lymphatic drainage experts.

Remember that phones and recording devices are off during the presentations so everyone can be fully present. Before and after the sessions, at lunch, and during the activations, snap all the photos and videos you like.

Our partners today are making the day even better.

H-E-B is bringing a body scrub bar with DIY demos and a market of produce that fuels beauty from the inside out.

Ninja is serving up a slushie bar, and Paul Mitchell is hosting a hair help desk.

Uber Eats is giving away vouchers.

And together with the Central Texas Food Bank, we are also providing 100,000 meals to neighbors in need across Texas, which means your day with us helps give back.

Today’s Itinerary

10:45 AM, Check-in. Security measures are in place, including a bag check and security wand screening. Small bags only, please. No shoppers or totes.

10:45 AM to 11:00 AM. Enjoy a variety of activations. Activations are first-come, first-served.

11:15 AM to 1:30 PM. Speaker sessions with Camila Alves McConaughey, Dr. Noreen Galaria, and Dr. Kristin Neff.

1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Lunch and activations.

2:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Speaker sessions with hair and makeup experts, plus a deep dive into lymphatic drainage and the latest cosmetic treatment options. Scheduled breaks are built in.

6:00 PM. Event ends.

Your Day, Your Way: Activations

Check your map and plan your day. Experiences marked with an asterisk (*) have limited spots and are first-come, first-served. To join one, find a team member in a CHECK IN hat. She will take your phone number, add you to the waitlist, and text you when it is almost your turn. In the meantime, wander, sip, and enjoy everything else.

Ninja: Slushie bar
H-E-B: Chef tasting, body scrub bar with DIY scrub demos you can make at home, and the H-E-B Market with produce that fuels beauty from the inside out
Brazilian Beauty Bar by Tatiana Vianna: Lymphatic massage
Wardrobe Interventions by Andrea Burroughs: Color theory, where you can find your color
Paul Mitchell: Hair help desk
Makeup Counter: What’s your makeup question? Ask the experts.
Camila’s Corner: Brands and giveaways

Meet the Speakers

Camila Alves McConaughey, Host. Entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author, philanthropist, and founder of Women of Today!

Dr. Noreen Galaria, Board-Certified Dermatologist. Noreen Galaria, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained laser and cosmetic expert with more than 20 years of experience. After beginning her career in academic dermatology, where she trained residents, conducted research, and published extensively, she went on to build a thriving three-office practice outside Washington, DC. She is known for her signature inside-out approach to beauty and healthy aging, combining evidence-based dermatology with nutrition, antioxidants, and a food-as-medicine philosophy. That holistic approach has made her a sought-after dermatologist for celebrities, fellow physicians, and women looking to age gracefully without losing sight of overall health. She is also the founder and CEO of Inner Glow Vitamins, a physician-developed nutraceutical brand created to support skin, hair, and healthy aging from within.

Learn more about Dr. Noreen Galaria here

Dr. Kristin Neff, Self-Compassion Researcher and Author. Dr. Neff is an associate professor of educational psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. She is widely recognized as a pioneer in the study of self-compassion, and she is the author of Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself and Fierce Self-Compassion, a book for women on using kindness to speak up and claim their power. Together with Dr. Chris Germer, she developed the Mindful Self-Compassion training program and co-founded the nonprofit Center for Mindful Self-Compassion. Her TEDx talk has been viewed more than 1.7 million times. Her session invites guests to treat inner beauty as seriously as outer beauty.

Learn more about Dr. Kristin Neff here

Georgie Jones, Poet and Performer. A performer by nature and a poet by trade, Georgie Jones has been praised for her formidable stage presence and compelling way with words. A Roundhouse Poetry Slam finalist turned Resident Artist and BBC Words First alumna, she has sold out tours across the UK, performed all over the world, and gathered millions of views online. Her poems are love letters to real life, however it shows up, and with her signature wit and warmth, she makes the chaos of life feel quite comforting. She will perform two poems at the summit.

Learn more about Georgie Jones here

Lauren Andersen, Celebrity Makeup Artist. Lauren Andersen is a world-class celebrity makeup artist whose work defines modern glamour. For more than two decades, she has created iconic looks for some of the most recognizable women in Hollywood and fashion, including Madonna, Jessica Alba, Reese Witherspoon, Kate Beckinsale, Kate Hudson, Michelle Yeoh, Chrissy Teigen, Amanda Seyfried, Kelly Rowland, Irina Shayk, Joan Smalls, Chloë Grace Moretz, and Kaia Gerber. Her artistry has illuminated red carpets, film sets, global campaigns, and concert stages. Celebrated for her signature glowing skin and her ability to balance sophistication with edge, she is equally trusted for effortless, natural looks and bold, transformative statements. At the summit, she will share her favorite makeup tips and tricks.

Learn more about Lauren Andersen here

Tatiana Vianna, Lymphatic Drainage Expert. Tatiana Vianna is the founder of Brazilian Beauty Bar, a Los Angeles based wellness spa specializing in lymphatic drainage, post cosmetic-surgical recovery, and maternity care. Born and raised in São Paulo, she trained in Brazil in a modality far more established there than in the United States, then developed her own method and sequence. What began as complimentary sessions in her living room is now a practice that receives referrals from top plastic surgeons and trains practitioners nationwide through its certification courses. She has spent years watching women be told that swelling, fatigue, and slow recovery were simply things to endure, and her work is built on the opposite premise: that lymphatic health is a foundation of wellness, not just aesthetics. She will speak about lymphatic drainage and may demonstrate DIY techniques guests can try at home.