As the Global Sustainable Products Manager I lead the sustainability issues as they arise in Europe and assist in the design and execution of our sustainability strategy. I also have previous experience as a Product Steward and ensured regulatory compliance with chemical control laws. I also have a master degree in chemistry from the “Université… Read more »
Obtaining an Honours Degree in Chemistry from the University of Birmingham, Christine joined the cosmetics industry in 1989. During her career, Christine has enjoyed working in various aspects of the industry – from product development and manufacturing, to spas and retail, both in the UK and overseas. Christine attained the SCS Diploma in Cosmetic… Read more »
Richard completed his degree in Biological Science in 1994 (at the time specialising in Fish Biology and Agricultural Physiology) and straight out of university took his first role in the industry as a Technical Sales Representative. His early industry experience saw him travelling the length and breadth of the British Isles for 5 years, selling… Read more »
Dr Dario Zanichelli holds a PhD in Industrial Biochemistry from the University of Bologna and has always focused his researches on the use of enzyme based biocatalysis on innovative industrial applications and natural molecules. In 2006, with two colleagues at the University, Dario founded Phenbiox srl, a spin off company of the University of Bologna… Read more »
Dr Carol Treasure is the Founder and CEO of XCellR8, a 100% animal-free, or vegan, testing laboratory. XCellR8 combines established regulatory methods with a unique animal-product-free strategy, delivering safety and efficacy testing programmes that are both scientifically and ethically advanced. Clients include global ingredient manufacturers as well as high street retailers Lush and The Body… Read more »
With a biology engineer background, Valerie has worked in the Cosmetic Ingredient industry for more than 15 years. After more than 10 years in the actives world and she has joined Stéarinerie Dubois 5 years ago.
Principal Chemist of Beauty Science Labs, Tumi Siwoku is a London College of Fashion, BSc Cosmetic Science graduate. With 12 years R&D experience she has worked across toiletries, haircare, skincare, colour cosmetics and suncare for a number of UK brands and contract manufacturers. A forward thinking chemist who values innovation, sustainability and inclusivity in the… Read more »
Helga Hertsig-Lavocah wanted to be a forensic scientist, but lacked the patience to perform lab work, so now she tracks down trends (instead of criminals). She’s been freelancing since 2004, before that she worked at a fragrance house and in advertising. Helga grew up in England, is half Danish, part many nationalities including French, Portuguese… Read more »
Dr Paul Cornwell is Business Development Director at TRI Princeton, a leading cosmetic science research institute based in New Jersey, USA. His role is to help grow TRI through bringing-in research funding and partnerships. Paul also sets-up and organises scientific courses and events for the institute. He also looks after TRI’s on-line services, including the… Read more »
Stewart has over 25 years’ experience in the beauty and healthcare industry, with particular expertise in product testing and claim substantiation. A biochemist, he started his career at Unilever, researching fundamental aspects of skin function to develop more effective moisturisation and antiaging products. He then joined Boots, where over a 12 year career, he was… Read more »
