11 November Seminars

• The evolving face of beauty – How cultural values have shaped personal care through the ages, and  why inclusivity is now essential to product innovation.
• Diversity as a driver of progress – Practical insights on how brands can embed representation in their product development, marketing, and consumer engagement.
• Lessons from two decades in beauty – What the industry has gained from embracing diversity, and the risks of overlooking it.
• Collaboration with global brands – Real-world examples from working with Estée Lauder, Aveda, and Chanel on adapting products and storytelling for diverse audiences.
• Personal care as empowerment – Positioning formulations not just as functional, but as tools to inspire confidence and create meaningful connections with consumers.

This session is free for all attendees

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An insight into a study comparing emulsion preparation using benchtop and automated equipment.

• Learning Points
  Considerations before undertaking a high throughput campaign using automated techniques.
• The different stress profiles of different mixing heads in the automated platform.
• How comparable the results are for emulsion prep between the two techniques, in the form of microscopy and particle size.
• Effects of speed and time on emulsion formation.

2025 has been a very busy year in the regulatory environment. Developments and changes in the UK, EU and globally will have significant impacts on our industry – creating challenges and opportunities. CTPA has been involved in many of the discussions and negotiations.

In the Inform session “Key Updates to the Cosmetics Regulatory Framework”, Emma will provide insights into the most critical issues, including the Product Regulation and Metrology Bill; Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging (pEPR); UK REACH and UK/EU Regulatory Cooperation; the review of the EU Cosmetic Products Regulation; SAG-CS (Scientific Advisory Group on Chemical Safety in Consumer Products) ingredient opinions; global tariffs and Free Trade Agreements.

Hold onto your hats for a whistlestop tour of the latest regulatory overviews.

An introduction to the beauty of Afro hair, discover the science and cultural practices with our tools to better understand this remarkable hair type.

Learning Points
• Addressing the key scientific differences between afro hair and other hair types
• The basic needs of Afro hair
• Significant historical and cultural elements of Afro hair care practices
• Misconceptions associated with afro hair
• The future of Afro hair care in the UK personal care and cosmetic industry

In this presentation we'll explore the top olfactive trends of 2025, driven by evolving consumer behaviour, cultural shift and sustainability demands.

Learning Points

• Top fragrance trends for 2025.
• The rise of functional fragrance (fragrance as a wellness tool, role of scent in sensory perception and scent marketing).
• Challenges and opportunities in formulating with eco-conscious olfactive materials.
• How current regulatory pressures create challenges and opportunities in fine fragrance formulation.
• A.I. and the future of fragrance formulation.

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Fairglow refines INCI emission factors, reducing proxy reliance and enhancing LCA precision for accurate environmental impact assessments.

Learning Points

• Fairglow analyzed hundreds of LCAs of cosmetic ingredients to develop a process-based algorithm for estimating EFs using limited life cycle data. The methodology varies slightly for synthetic and plant-based ingredients:
  Synthetic Ingredients : LCAs are calculated using average inputs for chemical reactions and processes (ex. catalysts, solvents, and their respective recycling rates).
  Plant-based Ingredients : LCAs incorporate data on raw material extraction, farming activities, and harvesting.
• The initial test of Fairglow’s algorithm was conducted on 130 INCIs and validated in collaboration with a large French research lab. EFs calculated by the algorithm were compared against the lab’s internal results and classified into three categories: Good (<20% deviation), Improvement Needed (20-50% deviation), and Significant Deviation (>50% deviation).
  The majority of calculated EFs fell within the "Good" range, demonstrating the algorithm’s accuracy and reliability. For cases where deviations occurred, the differences could be attributed to: transportation assumptions, process variability, and coproduction complexities/allocation assumptions.
• Fairglow’s innovative algorithm fulfills a crucial need for accurate, scalable LCA estimations for cosmetic ingredients absent from current EF databases. By bridging these data gaps, it provides the cosmetics industry with a reliable tool to assess and reduce product environmental impacts more effectively. Future developments will focus on refining the algorithm’s boundary conditions as adoption expands and incorporating novel processes and materials to enhance its versatility and accuracy.

Explores microbiome-based cosmetic claims, testing methods, and scientific validity, highlighting in vivo vs. in vitro differences and challenges.

Learning Points:

• Gap Between Market Claims and Science
  The cosmetics industry is advancing rapidly, often outpacing the scientific evidence supporting microbiome-related product claims.
• Rise of Microbiome-Based Personalization
  Many products and testing services now promise personalized skincare based on microbiome profiling, but the scientific basis for such claims varies widely.
• Scientific Validation of Claims is Essential
  Not all microbiome-related claims are scientifically valid or measurable with current technologies, raising concerns about consumer misinformation.
• Importance of Testing Methodologies
  Understanding the differences between in vivo and in vitro methods—and the variability within each—is crucial to interpreting microbiome testing results.
• Need for Critical Evaluation of Tools and Standards
  To assess the legitimacy of microbiome-based cosmetics, one must critically evaluate the testing tools, standards, and methodologies behind the claims.

Bernice Ridley, Education Programme Manager for the Society of Cosmetic Scientists will discuss how the SCS delivers on its aim to advance the science of cosmetics and personal care through a range of different educational courses and the importance of consistency in cosmetic science education.

Did you, like Gill, 'fall' into your job in the cosmetics industry? Since 2018, CCUK has run 3 surveys exploring peoples experiences of the education and career pathways into job roles in the cosmetics industry. Gill will present the results of the 2025 survey against the data from the 2018 and 2022 results exploring trends and insights.

One of the most significant shifts in regulation impacting cosmetics is centred on packaging and packaging waste. With the EU PPWR leading the way.

Learning Points

• Gain a clear overview of the revised regulation
• Discover what “recyclable” means
• Understand the deadlines and implementation timing

The chemical supply chain is vital for modern life, impacting nearly every industry and product. However, it faces significant challenges including supply chain disruptions, regulatory complexities, and the need for sustainability. Opportunities exist in digital transformation, supply chain optimisation, and a focus on sustainability.

This presentation will look at these challenges and risks and what is needed to make the most of the latter.

This will illustrate how you can formulate effective natural products, and how a Silverson mixer allows the user to overcome some of the manufacturing challenges, for example dispersion and hydration of gums and thickeners.

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To thrive in beauty, plan smart: know your market, define your brand early, invest wisely, and partner well to turn great ideas into standout products

Learning Points

• Start with a clear marketing strategy and market research before product development to identify gaps and define brand positioning.
• Establish brand values and product guidelines early to guide consistent development and avoid costly reformulations.
• Prepare for significant investment in branding, development, and marketing, and set realistic budget expectations.
• Carefully choose partners that will help your brand succeed.
  Plan for future scalability and brand evolution to ensure long-term relevance and sustained growth.

Digital tools help formulators balance green preservation with regulations and consumer trends through integrated data management

Learning Points

• sustainability criteria
  cosmetic science criteria for green preservation
  selection strategies and tools

Machine learning accelerates sustainable cosmetic formulation by optimizing ingredients and processes, reducing experiments by up to 80%

Learning Points

• Attendees will learn about Adaptive Experimental Design (AED) as an advanced, data-driven approach for optimizing cosmetic formulations.
• They will understand how AED can reduce experimental workloads by 50-80%, leading to more efficient R&D processes.
• They will gain insights into a real-world case study where AED was applied to the development of a sustainable cosmetic formulation.
• Attendees will leave with a practical understanding of how to integrate AED into their R&D workflows to optimize product properties and enhance sustainability.

In an increasingly noisy beauty landscape, how can you capture the attention of your ideal consumer? Join Lisa Payne, Head of Beauty Trends at Stylus – the trends intelligence business – as she reveals the most influential emerging beauty cohorts. Lisa will pair this insight with commercial opportunities for your business to engage with each consumer cohort via branding, packaging and marketing strategies.

Impact of the EU extended allergens declaration regulation on other markets which have/have not adopted this regulation.

Learning Points

• Which markets are following the EU
• Which markets are not following the EU update
• UK/EU divergence
• What does this mean for shared artwork
• Special focus on China as some allergens are not recognised in their current regs

The beauty consumer is changing – this panel discussion will advise and identify what will be required to remain relevant to your customer in a world of AI, Holistic Wellness and increasing buyer diversity.

While AI saves time generating content, it also poses risks of misleading claims and increased burden on regulatory teams...

Learning Points

• Regulatory Risks of AI-Generated Content
  AI may use unverified or non-compliant sources (e.g., blogs, competitor content), leading to misleading or unsubstantiated product claims.
• Importance of Evidence-Based Claims
  Product claims must be unique, accurate, and supported by robust, scientific evidence—not inferred or copied from external content.
• Challenges in AI Translations
  AI-generated translations often ignore cultural context and local regulatory requirements, increasing the risk of non-compliance.
• Impact on Regulatory Workload
  Rather than reducing workload, poorly supervised AI use can create more work for regulatory teams needing to verify and correct content.
• Need for a Clear AI Use Framework
  Setting internal guidelines (e.g., prompt structure, approval processes) and using local AI tools can help ensure compliance and confidentiality.