Edge‑First Smart Pantry & Inventory Resilience for Indie Skincare Shops in 2026
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In 2026, indie organic skincare brands grow fastest by designing micro‑events and pop‑ups that blend product education, low-latency merch drops, and community-first revenue. This playbook distills tactics, tech, and field-proven checklists to run profitable, scalable pop‑ups without a full retail footprint.
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