The Impact of Biocidal Products Regulation on HI+I Product Preservation
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Closing Plenary
From start-up to household name – Building Liz Earle Beauty Co.: lessons in entrepreneurship, brand-building, and creating consumer trust that lasts. The industry through the ages – How approaches to skincare, wellbeing, and consumer expectations have shifted since the 1990s, and what she might do differently if starting today. Sustainability in practice – The role of naturally active… Read more »
Mintel’s 2026 Household Care Predictions
This year Mintel unveils two predictions influencing household care consumers in 2026 and beyond: The Future of Dirt envisions a future where evolving lifestyles and climate change make dirt more hazardous, driving the need for proactive cleaning solutions. The Future of Clean imagines a world where household chores are part of health routines, with products tailored to each… Read more »
Opening Plenary – The Power of Representation Rewriting Beauty Through Culture, Innovation and Connection
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… Read more »
From Skin to Surface; the Power of Multi-Applicational Ingredients
This talk explores how ingredient innovation can inspire new opportunities in the HI&I sector. Materials already trusted for their performance in personal care can be reimagined to deliver value in a broader range of applications. By leveraging cross-sector material science, formulators and manufacturers can streamline development, optimise efficiency and expand into a new market.
Breaking Down Barriers: Biodegradable Polymer Powering the Future of Homecare Formulations
Trend-Led Performance in the HI&I Sector
Bringing Multifunctionality and Versatility to the Detergents Industry
Crossing the Aisle From Cosmetics and Diverging into Homecare
Many cosmetic manufacturers already have the facilities, raw materials, and expertise needed to create homecare cleaning products. This presentation explores the key regulatory and formulation considerations when transitioning from cosmetics into the homecare sector, highlighting both challenges and opportunities. Finally, Surfachem will showcase ingredient solutions tailored for homecare applications, helping manufacturers broaden their portfolio with… Read more »
1,4-Dioxane Free: AOS as an Alternative to SLES
