Senior Lecturer in Formulation Sciences and Programme Leader for the BSc Cosmetic Science course at the University of Sunderland Amanda Solaiman is a registered pharmacist, a Senior Lecturer in Formulation Sciences and Programme Leader for the BSc Cosmetic Science course at the University of Sunderland. Her expertise spans both pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations. Her research... Read more » Amanda Solaiman
Senior Lecturer in Formulation Sciences and Programme Leader for the BSc Cosmetic Science course at the University of Sunderland Amanda Solaiman is a registered pharmacist, a Senior Lecturer in Formulation Sciences and Programme Leader for the BSc Cosmetic Science course at the University of Sunderland. Her expertise spans both pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations. Her research... Read more » 
Editor of Cosmetics Business magazine and the Cosmetics Business Trend Report Editor of Cosmetics Business magazine and the Cosmetics Business Trend Report, Jo Allen is an award-winning freelance beauty journalist with more than 25 years’ experience covering the cosmetics industry. In her current role, Jo writes across the entire beauty supply chain, from ingredient innovation... 
Founder and Managing Director of 7 HOPES LTD Dr. Hazem Sawaf is the Founder and Managing Director of 7 HOPES LTD, a UK-based cosmetic research, development and contract manufacturing company specialising in science-led skincare innovation. A pharmacist and cosmetic scientist, he has extensive experience in formulation development, regulatory compliance and commercial product innovation. Passionate about... 
Director of Regulation and Sustainability at the Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association Nico joined the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) in 2019, bringing regulatory expertise from roles in manufacturing, branding, and consultancy within the cosmetics industry. At CTPA, Nico is involved in the work of the association under the new UK Cosmetics Regulation and... 
Global Director of Innovation at Meiyume Clare has over 30 years experience in the cosmetics industry. Having worked alongside leading global brands to help develop and inspire their new product development as well as supporting their needs to create highly technical innovative products. 
Quality Assurance Manager at Superdrug I am a Quality Assurance Manager at Superdrug, where I lead innovation across several Own Brand categories. With an MSci in Chemistry and a Diploma in Cosmetic Science, I’ve built my career on science‑led, inclusive product development inspired by pioneers who expanded representation in beauty. Since 2018, I’ve worked across... 
