Redken Partners with QueerX Awards to Promote Inclusivity in 2023 Ceremony
Co-host Arisce Wagner’s Iconic Makeover by Redken’s Vernon François Opened the 8th Annual Show ● The 8th annual awards ignited the evening with a spectacular transformation as Arisce Wanzer, the event's host, received an iconic makeover at the Redken Salon from none other than Vernon François, Redken's Global Consultant and Celebrity Hairstylist ● Photo Credit: Revry
LOS ANGELES, October 20, 2023 (VSNewsNetwork.com) - The 8th annual QueerX Awards, which premiered on October 11th–National Coming Out Day, showcased a collaboration between Redken and the awards event, aiming to promote inclusivity and acceptance. The ceremony was streamed globally by Revry, the world's first LGBTQ+ streaming service. The evening began with a striking transformation as event host Arisce Wanzer received a makeover at the Redken Salon, courtesy of Vernon François, Redken's Global Consultant and Celebrity Hairstylist.
The partnership also marks Redken's renewed commitment to the It Gets Better Project for the second consecutive year. In line with this commitment, Redken has launched online courses through Hairdressers United, aimed at educating hairdressers on creating inclusive and safe salon environments. Damian Pelliccione, co-founder and CEO of Revry, commented, “This collaboration exemplifies how the beauty and fashion industry, alongside cultural and artistic events like the QueerX Awards, can foster acceptance, diversity, and inclusion.”
The QueerX Awards honored various figures who have made significant contributions to the LGBTQ+ community in culture, entertainment, and sports. Among the awardees were Kylie Minogue for "Queer Anthem of the Year," Sha'Carri Richardson as "Queer Athlete of the Year," and @AaronTichenor as "Queer TikToker of the Year," among others.
To watch the 8th annual QueerX Awards, click here.
Learn more at www.revry.tv.
Source: Revry via Newswire
