Inspire Seminars

Amphoteric surfactants are well known for their use in personal care cleaning formulations. They provide several useful benefits, including enhancing the foam structure of primary anionic surfactants, modifying their salt response to generate viscosity, and reducing their irritation. Most amphoteric surfactants available in the personal care market are constructed primarily around mid-chain fatty acids (C12-14) and their formula impacts are well characterized. Less well characterized are the impacts of long chain (C16+) amphoterics. This presentation seeks to remedy that with a robust data set, allowing formulators to deploy these products beneficially.

The collagen superfamily includes 28 members, divided into 8 categories. In the skin, collagens I and III are the most expressed and belong to the fibrillar collagens category. However, other collagens are expressed and play crucial roles in cell anchorage, matrix assembly, cell signaling and skin homeostasis. During aging, the biosynthesis of collagens is declining, associated with the appearance of wrinkles and loss of skin quality markers such as luminosity or firmness.

Given the importance of all collagens and their interconnection, a new active ingredient was designed by artificial intelligence (AI) to preserve the skin collagen ecosystem from aging. This active ingredient relies on a patented molecular complex sodium hyaluronate (HA), tripeptide-1 and hexapeptide-9, integrated into cellulose gum matrix.

The beneficial effects of this molecular complex, leveraging the biomimicry of skin collagens, were highlighted by an increased expression of 20 collagen chains in ex vivo and in vitro studies.

These results were supported by two double-blind clinical studies demonstrating short term and long-term skin benefits on both Caucasian and Asian volunteers. The first study showed an immediate improvement of skin hydration, glow and smoothness at 3 minutes and 4 hours after mask application. In the second study, less wrinkles were observed in the crow’s feet area compared to placebo associated with better skin hydration and elasticity after 1 month.

Additionally, the ingredient provides an instant sensory feel, comparable to silicone-like sensory, contributing to the velvet touch and smooth effect, and adding a unique texture experience.

In conclusion, the efficacy of this innovative technology was significantly demonstrated across collagens, suggesting anti-aging benefits, as confirmed by clinical data. By combining the power of biomimicry and AI, we demonstrated how science can meet consumer expectations.

This session explores key trends shaping the hair care industry right now, with a focus on personalization, hair longevity, and the desire for radiant hair. We'll examine the growing demand for individualized hair care solutions and the science behind extending hair vitality—highlighting a novel ingredient shown to improve hair density while reinforcing the scalp barrier. Shine continues to emerge as a consumer expectation this year, representing both aesthetic appeal and an indication of healthy hair.

The coveted "glass skin"—celebrated for its radiant, poreless, and reflective quality—has become a benchmark for healthy, youthful skin. This concept has also extended to "glass hair," highlighting the same sleek, luminous finish. Achieving these effects requires more than surface-level treatments; it calls for deep hydration, gentle exfoliation, and optimized skin and scalp function.

Drawing inspiration from cryotherapy—originally introduced in 1978 to alleviate arthritis and accelerate athletic recovery—this rejuvenating approach is gaining momentum in personal care. Cryo-based techniques stimulate blood flow, boost collagen production, and support lymphatic drainage. The result: reduced inflammation and puffiness, tightened pores, and visibly enhanced skin tone, all of which contribute to the long-term vitality of both skin and hair.

Join us as we explore our cryotherapy-inspired concept formulations designed to support the glass effect—naturally and holistically.

Get a taste of the latest beauty trends hitting the shelves and what’s shaping the future of beauty for 2026/27 and beyond.

We’ll be sharing a sneak peek of our latest Annual Beauty Trends Report, touching on both current and emerging trends that are influencing the industry. We’ll also explore the virality of these trends and what it means for brands in the beauty and personal care space looking to stay ahead in an increasingly fast-moving, influence-driven market.

Silicone-based ingredients like dimethicones are widely used in cosmetics for their unique sensory properties. However, growing scrutiny around their synthetic origin, poor biodegradability, and energy-intensive production is accelerating the search for natural replacements. This presentation introduces Lipex SheaLuxe TR as a high-performing, sustainable alternative for low-viscosity dimethicones in skin and hair care. Derived from ethically sourced shea and produced using low-temperature processing and non-toxic catalysts, it is readily biodegradable and climate-compensated. With excellent spreadability, rapid absorption, and a silky-smooth afterfeel, Lipex SheaLuxe TR enables the creation of next-generation beauty products that align with sustainability goals without compromising performance. The presentation will demonstrate its versatility across a range of formulations and how it bridges the gap between naturality and functionality.

Discover textures that surprise and inspire – from shape-shifting consistencies to transparent emulsions and finishes that flip from shine to matte in a heartbeat.

While beauty inclusivity is widely discussed, many consumers still have difficulty finding products that suit their skin type. What if we could find an active ingredient with maximum benefits for everyone’s skin? Hallstar’s Universal Beautifying Ingredient, UBI Oléoactif®, is designed to rejuvenate skin from within thanks to an innovative biological mechanism that acts on ubiquitin, a small protein present in all men and women’s eukaryotic cells. This multi-functional active has proven in vitro, ex vivo and clinical benefits. Developed from a plant co-product and showing a low environmental impact, it is aligned with Hallstar’s sustainability commitment.

There have been alarming recent news stories regarding the robustness of test results on some Australian sun products. It is possible that U.K. brands are also impacted. This shows that having a signed test report does not protect you if there are issues and it is the brand that is exposed and stands to lose far more money and reputational damage  than the cost of the test. How exactly should you check whether the test centre is producing correct and reliable data, whether for SPF, moisturisation or any other claims? In this talk, I will explain what questions you should be asking, how to properly audit your study and things to watch out for that could be red flags. I will also discuss the potential ethical pitfalls of testing on people and about ensuring that the test centre you choose matches your Corporate Social Responsibility policies that you apply to the rest of the supply chain.

Soothe the Senses:

With our world becoming a melting pot of constant sensory input, it’s no surprise that many of us feel overwhelmed. Our bodies respond to this overload through acute stress reactions that affect both mental and physical wellbeing, often leading to sensory imbalance.

Soothe the Senses is our latest concept collection, inspired by the connection between skin and the sensory centre of the brain. Each formulation transforms everyday care into a mindful ritual, blending calming textures with comfort-boosting actives to help restore emotional balance and support holistic wellbeing.

Visit Stand 820 to experience how multi-sensory textures can help redefine how we care for both skin and mind.

The PhytaPure PRO™ _ Silver Cluster Leaf extract from Blue Sky Botanics was born of an unconventional approach to innovative active extract development and a powerful will to generate genuine impact at origin.

This clinically proven, concentrated extract is a powerful combination of naturally occurring acids and antioxidants valued for their ability to enhance the skin’s appearance.

Formulations focused on gentle exfoliation for sensitive skin types, improving skin texture, whilst reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

Join us to discover a brand new botanical and learn more about its niche compounds; proven to impart non-abrasive exfoliation without irritation.  We’ll also hear direct from the harvesting zone to learn more about international collaboration and the effect of ethical sourcing, while highlighting the need to protect nature in regions that are vulnerable to wildlife conflict and climate change.

Together we can develop product which facilitates incredible impact for well-aging skin alongside inspiring impact in remote African communities.

In a world where beauty and biology converge, we unveil a revolutionary framework for decoding the science of aging. Grounded in the latest cellular research, this presentation explores how each of the 12 biological hallmarks - ranging from genomic instability to microbiome imbalance - contributes to visible skin aging. Discover how BASF’s cutting-edge actives, such as Oximony®, Dermagenist®, and Probiolift®, are engineered to target these hallmarks with precision, offering measurable improvements in skin vitality, resilience, and appearance. Explore the consumer insights that drive innovation in longevity-focused skincare, and the BASF solutions that address these consumer needs for the development of market-relevant solutions.

Join us as we redefine science-based beauty.

At Surfachem, we introduce Cellscript - our latest concept. We believe that ageing is not a flaw to be erased but a rhythm to be understood and supported.

Only 20% of our ageing is genetic; the rest is shaped by how we live, how we care for ourselves, and how our skin responds to its environment. We explore this truth, creating a pro-longevity skincare concept that adapts, strengthens, and evolves with you - not by fighting time, but by working with the skin’s intrinsic intelligence.

Through epigenetic science, cellular signalling, and regenerative repair, we unveil ideas that don't just correct the surface, but strengthen the foundation for long-term vitality and radiance. The Future of Skin is resilience, not resistance.

Take a closer look at the concept of fragile skin and at both the internal and external factors affecting skin resilience, rising trends in this area, including textures, formats, raw materials, and a preview of relevant SILAB and SILAB SOFTCARE natural active ingredients and their efficacy data.

The ceramide market encounters several challenges, including complex formulation processes and reliance on synthetic sources. Oceamides® introduces an innovative, natural, and marine-derived alternative to synthetic ceramides, supporting skin barrier function, moisture, and anti-aging benefits. Sourced from the marine microalga Nannochloropsis oculata, this unique lipid complex effectively addresses both formulation hurdles and synthetic origin.

Lipidomic profile confirmed that Oceamides® contains human-identical ceramides (NP, NS) along with other key lipids present in the skin barrier. In vitro tests using a 3D human epidermal model demonstrated notable efficacy: a 37% improvement in skin barrier integrity (TEER) after 48 hours, a 27.5% reduction in cell lysis (LDH) at 24 hours, and a 35.4% increase in cell proliferation within the same period.

Clinical evaluations further substantiated its performance. At a 0.5% concentration in a cream, Oceamides® increased skin firmness by 14% and moisture by 13% after just 2 hours, matching or surpassing the effects of synthetic ceramide NP and significantly reducing the appearance of wrinkles in comparative trials.

Oceamides® offers distinct advantages for formulators: it is water-dispersible, removing the need for high-temperature processing and thus reducing production time and costs. It also exhibits excellent stability across a wide pH and temperature range, along with high skin compatibility.

In essence, this marine-derived ingredient represents a natural, effective, and multifunctional solution, backed by comprehensive scientific data, poised to redefine cosmetic approaches to skin barrier repair and anti-aging care. It stands as the first natural, marine-based ceramide alternative capable of replacing synthetic ceramides in formulations.

Introducing Lectroglaze™ biotech ingredient, an innovative solution activating a novel antioxidant defense system based on the skin microbiota. This breakthrough ingredient reduces oxidative stress, collagen degradation, and cellular senescence!
The result? Skin that looks poreless, smooth, hydrated and glowing, effortlessly achieving the coveted "glass skin" appearance – A skin that glows with health!

‘Strategies For Formulating High Naturality Rinse Off Products – How To Maximise The Percentage and Minimise The Cost’

Stuck at your bench?

Does it feel like you need to choose between naturality and foam volume? Learn how to balance naturality, cost and performance with Innospec’s naturally derived range of surfactants.

In this presentation, you will learn how to select high performing sulfate-free surfactants while balancing naturality, cost and performance to deliver an outstanding foam volume, fast flash foam, quick rinsing and mild, effective cleansing.

Curiouser and curiouser? Come and discover our unique solutions to deliver great sensoriality in a sustainable way

Explore how the emerging science of the brain–skin axis is reshaping the future of skincare. As consumers increasingly seek holistic, wellness-oriented solutions, neurocosmetics are gaining momentum—blending neuroscience, psychoneuroimmunology, and natural innovation to address stress, enhance resilience, and promote skin longevity. This session highlights how aligning emotional well-being with skincare efficacy can create powerful, next-generation beauty experiences rooted in both science and self-care.

Join us for a whirlwind tour around the latest trends in personal care! Why longevity is the new buzz in skincare, how the impact of climate change will affect how we formulate and making sure no-one gets left behind when it comes to the products we offer are just a few of the topics we will cover!

In a world increasingly affected by environmental stressors, the beauty industry is evolving to meet new challenges. Laboratoires Expanscience introduces the Skinification trend, where haircare adopts the principles of skincare, to address the impact of climate change on hair and scalp health.

We will showcase our latest studies featuring three active ingredients:

• ORMESIA®: shields hair from pollution and UV damage.
• SOLINE® Bio: defends against UV rays and sea salt exposure.
• PIXALIA®: preserves the scalp’s microbiome for long-term resilience.

Join us to discover how skinification is not just a trend, but a transformative approach to sustainable beauty.

Biohacking: Charge Your Skin and Hair With Energy

Let's unveil the secret powers of Ilex paraguariensis aka Mate tea. We transfer the ancient use of mate tea as an energising source into cosmetics. Use YERBALUXE-PEARL for a perfect skin workout. Get your skin oxygenated and experience the energy of youth. Let YERBALUXE-CROWN load your hair with vitality and power, making every day your personal best hair day. With these two products RAHN-Cosmetic Actives expands its portfolio of sustainable, biodegradable, and upcycled active ingredients.

In this session, Dr. Oliver Worsley will explore cutting-edge research on the skin, scalp, and intimate microbiomes, highlighting the critical role of science-driven solutions in advancing personal care. As a co-founder of Sequential, a leading in vivo microbiome platform, Dr. Worsley will bring unique insights drawn from a robust database of over 30,000 microbiome samples. Sequential combines clinical testing for skin, scalp and intimate areas with machine learning to integrate microbiome data with clinical outcomes, and formulation science, paving the way for the next generation of targeted, effective, and evidence-based product.

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This session presents a multi-year analysis of the most common regulatory non-compliance trends, supported by real inspection feedback and challenges faced by Responsible Persons. Attendees will gain clear, actionable guidance to strengthen compliance frameworks, reduce regulatory risk, spot red flags early, and protect both consumer trust and business performance’[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Discover the future of vegan keratin — a breakthrough in next-generation hair care innovation.
Rooted in the evolution of our protein fragments produced in plants through vertical farming, this next-generation active redefines what vegan keratin can be.

I am Athina Nikolaou, a cosmetic scientist with a degree in Biological Sciences, a Master’s in Cosmetic Science, and a diploma in Organic Cosmetic Skincare Formulation. For the past two years, I have worked at the University of Liverpool as a Technical Support Officer in Automation, specialising in creating cosmetic products through more efficient and innovative processes. By integrating automation and AI into our workflow, we have been able to formulate and test products at a much faster pace while maintaining high accuracy.
Working alongside my university team, I have collaborated with international cosmetic brands to implement advanced automated formulation systems and to characterise the products created. These systems have transformed the product development process; reducing manual labour, minimising human error, and achieving far greater precision. Through these projects, I have seen first-hand how automation can accelerate development timelines, deliver consistent high-quality results, and give companies the flexibility to meet changing market demands with confidence.

Join us on an exciting journey where the richness of European traditions meets the forefront of personal care innovation. This presentation will unveil a selection from the curated collection of 14 groundbreaking formulations from diverse countries, showcasing an array of textures and formats such as powder, serums, sticks, oil-gel, oils, and biphase/trhiphase products, all crafted to elevate your personal care formulations. Attendees will explore formulations that embody the latest industry trends and meet the most sought-after consumer claims. Additionally, learn how to achieve these innovative formulations with synergistic and key ingredients, as our technical expert reveals essential hints and insights for their creation. Beauty Passport, will guide you on a sensory exploration through facial, body, sun, and hair care. Join us as we celebrate the fusion of European traditions and cutting-edge innovation, transforming your approach to personal care and enriching your well-being.

This study presents Paester™ PHSA, a pigment dispersant formulated from a Palm-free, 100% natural origin polymer base, developed to achieve both environmental sustainability and high-performance pigment dispersion. The Paester™ PHSA enables rapid wetting and uniform dispersion of pigment particles, further improving flowability and enhancing processing efficiency. Experimental evaluations demonstrate that Paester™ PHSA performs effectively as a standalone dispersant and exhibits strong synergistic effects when combined with other dispersants, enabling significantly higher pigment loading while maintaining dispersion stability and color uniformity. The palm-free and naturally sourced composition of Paester™ PHSA aligns with clean-beauty and eco-conscious market demands, making it ideal for lipsticks, pressed powders, foundations, and other cosmetic products. These findings highlight Paester™ PHSA as a green chemistry solution that enhances both the visual quality and sustainability profile of modern color cosmetics.

Sun protection is critical for both health and appearance, with UV radiation linked to skin cancer as well as premature aging. While sunscreens were once associated mainly with beach use, consumers are now increasingly seeking SPF in everyday products such as moisturizers, anti-aging creams, and cosmetics.

For formulators, creating elegant daily-wear sunscreens that provide broad-spectrum coverage remains complex, as multiple UV filters must be combined despite challenges of solubility, stability, and regulatory variation. As a solution, a single, carefully designed sunscreen blend has been developed to simplify formulation, delivering effective protection with improved sensory feel and compatibility across markets

Verdant have developed innovative methods for sustainably delivering desirable aesthetics and sensorial properties to a wide range of Personal Care formulations, whilst also enhancing functionality and performance. The MACKPEARL® Liquid Pearliser range provides a means of bringing high shine pearlescence to formulations (e.g. shampoos and body washes) but in a more sustainable way than traditional solid pearlisers. Due to their liquid nature, these MACKPEARL® products can be easily dispersed into formulations through cold process and simple agitation, which brings time, energy and cost savings to the formulator. The characteristics of the resulting pearlescence is tunable, with some MACKPEARL® products bringing a shiny, more translucent pearl, others bringing a more opaque pearl, whilst a handful provide pearl-free opacity. The MACKPEARL® Pearlisers not only bring a luxurious aesthetic to formulations, but they also bring secondary benefits, such as viscosity building and foam boosting, whilst the compositional flexibility of the range means that formulators can further meet the consumer's sustainably needs, with sulfate-free, EO-free and alkanolamide-free options all being available.

The MACKSPEC™ OCC range are fully formulated performance concentrates that can again be introduced into formulations without the need for additional heat. They allow for high levels of natural oils (up to 30%) to be incorporated into a formulation, providing excellent sensorial benefits and long-lasting hydration and moisturisation to the end user. In a similar vein to the MACKPEARL® range, due to being composed of mild surfactants, they bring secondary benefits to the formulator, including a rich, creamy and stable foam, whilst also having the ability to suspend oils and beads in the formulation.

More and more people are reaching for solid and waterless beauty products that are easier on the planet while still giving the results they expect. For formulators, however, creating these products often comes with hurdles, especially when traditional surfactants don’t perform well in solid formats.

CosVivet ActiPureGran is designed to change that. Made from coconut and processed using a patented low-temperature method, it offers the mild cleansing and biodegradability of classic APGs in a convenient, dust-free granule. It foams reliably even in hard water, feels gentle on the skin and blends smoothly with other ingredients. From bars to powders and sticks, it opens the door to solid cleansers that are both sustainable and enjoyable to use.

Talc is used widely in cosmetic applications, from body care to colour cosmetics, but there is a push from consumers to find alternatives to talc that meet the market needs without losing efficacy and functionality. Formulators are looking to discover new approaches for talc free formulations. Azelis has studied the attributes and benefits of starches to bridge the gap between expectations and performance.

Making anti-aging skin care consumer-relevant.

The first impression of a new person we meet is formed intuitively within seconds. This almost automatic process covers a whole range of factors, also taking into account how youthful and radiant the skin looks. Discover with us how we conducted a unique study to find out whether 170 naïve graders would choose the photo showing the side treated with CutiGuard CLR™.

And what if they only have 3 seconds to make their decision?

We are excited to present Harmonie NatuVel gel at SCS formulate 2025. The new Cosmos approved 100% naturally derived, elastomer gel meets the needs of the personal care market today and for the future.

Offering visual, sensory and processing benefits the biobased elastomer can benefit a wide range of formulation types, from traditional primers, hybrid products, color cosmetics to skincare and SPF. Momentive will also be showcasing a range of formulation on Safic Alcan stand 524.

In today’s beauty world, consumers want more from less—clean, effective, and sustainable ingredients. Rosecocktail™ delivers on all fronts and offers dual benefits for both hair and skin, making it a powerful multifunctional active.

On hair, Rosecocktail™ acts as an endocuticle edge filler—a new approach targeting the inner cuticle layer. By sealing these “ghost edges,” it restores shine and softness. Naturally rich in oleic acid, linoleic acid, vitamins A and E, it also helps rebalance lipids in damaged hair.

On skin, Rosecocktail™ supports the barrier by upregulating the occludin protein expression , soothing sensitivity, and reducing transepidermal water loss. The result is calmer, stronger, and more resilient skin.

Beyond its efficacy, Rosecocktail™ is biodegradable and rooted in circular beauty, turning plant waste into a high-value active. It meets today’s demand for multifunctional, conscious beauty solutions.

This presentation highlights the science, performance, and market relevance of Rosecocktail™—an ingredient made for the next era of sustainable innovation.

Ensuring a healthy Skin Micro Biome is critical to formulating skincare and cosmetics. Oriel will present their latest science on how we should protect the Biome by focusing on boosting the elements of its environment within which the Biome can flourish.

Derived from the most abundant material on earth, celullose, Valida is a natural, biodegradable and multi-functional ingredient sourced from PEFC-certified wood pulp. It should be in every cosmetic formulator's toolbox as it can:

- Provide stability of formulations without increasing viscosity; think K-beauty textures without the need to shake-before-use!

- Provide silicone-like skin feel and blurring effect, without being tacky or shiny; it can reduce pilling.

- Offer SPF boosting in sunscreen.

- Create richer, creamier foams as well as offer foam-boosting of natural surfactants.

Empowering Skin to Resist Time: Sytheon's, Now Hallstar, Innovative Approach to Skin Longevity. Join Olivier Garnier, PhD & MBA, EMEA Sales Manager showcasing Sytheon's, now Hallstar, cutting-edge solutions in reversing skin aging hallmarks. This presentation will explore scientific insights into the extreme human lifespan and the molecular hallmarks of aging. We will present 3 actives protecting, fortifying and rejuvenating skin layers and offer a perfect combination for a perfect glow. Embrace the future of skincare with Sytheon's, now Hallstar, innovative, scientifically backed solutions that empower skin to resist time and enhance longevity.

What does it mean to be a “skintellectual” in today’s beauty landscape?

The beauty industry is at a transformative moment, shaped by discerning “skintellectual” consumers who expect efficacy, transparency, and alignment with the wellness megatrend. This thought leadership session explores how the rise of the informed, results-focused consumer is fuelling innovation in clinically backed actives, biotech beauty, microbiome-centred care, and longevity-focused formulations. We’ll examine the key market trends propelling this shift, spotlight pioneering brands and ingredient suppliers leading the charge, and envision the future of beauty.

Koboguard Natural 3000-Hydrogenated glyceryl rosinate is naturally derived and formed from esterification of glycerin with a hydrogenated rosin. The hydrogenation process results in a higher proportion of hydrogen atoms relative to carbon atoms making it more hydrocarbon-based with characteristic hydrophobic rings. When incorporated into a volatile-based formulation, glyceryl hydrogenated rosinate enhances the water-resistance, transfer-resistance and adhesion properties, enabling very high naturality pigmented formulas with non transfer properties.

OBJECTIVE:
Recently, due to environmental impact and regulation, the challenge given to R&D to replace petro-based polymers has never been more important. But the description of a polymer is complex. Each polymer can be considered from its chemical structure, its organization, its rheology properties, its functionality, its sensorial behavior. A new data tool with multi criteria approached is evaluated on this study.

METHOD:
Cargill’s innovation team had the idea that Artificial Intelligence (traditional AI – not Gen AI) could be the right medium for a new comprehensive approach on cosmetic polymers. The aim was to create a tool capable of performing an analysis on big data and then generating predictive results according paterns. 44 criteria based on rheology, tribology, texture analyzer and sensory data were identified. The evaluation of 30 polymers including petro-based and derived natural polymers generated over 8,000 data points.

RESULTS:
Data Science team a t Cargill design a dedicated tool for cosmetic in order to have a more comprehensive knowledge on polymers. Cargill’s polymer mapping tool gives a support to visualize the position of derived natural polymers and the petro-based polymers. It confirms the generic knowledge that petro-based polymers behave differently from derived natural materials. Only combinations of derived natural polymers can offer an alternative to petro-based materials. The mapping is showing that lot of natural polymers network are associative. This pattern gives us opportunity to design a new intelligent able to predict behavior of association of polymers. From this unique tool we can foresee best associations to replace dedicated synthetic polymers.

The results provided by artificial intelligence is confirmed by new material developed and launched by Cargill Beauty to replace a carbomer. The example of our new Actigum Care shows the relevancy of the options of association proposed by the tool as replacement of Carbomer.

CONCLUSIONS:
Crafted with precision we are able to adjust combinations of natural material for the replacement of petro-based polymer.

In a world increasingly driven by visible results and clinical credibility, consumers are seeking skincare that delivers more than promises, they want proven performance. As aesthetic procedures like botulinum toxin injections, fillers, and micro-needling gain popularity across all age groups, a new frontier is emerging: procedure-like cosmetics. These topicals offer a non-invasive, science-backed alternative or complement to in-clinic treatments, bridging the gap between beauty and advanced cosmetic science.

This presentation explores the convergence between clinical aesthetics and advanced skincare, unveiling how high-performance actives and sophisticated delivery systems are reshaping consumer expectations. We will showcase the development of topical solutions inspired by procedures, such as facial harmonizing serums and targeted neck rejuvenation formulas, that deliver perceivable benefits without needles or downtime.

Leveraging global consumer trend data, Google search growth, and real-world clinical evidence, we will decode what the modern beauty user truly desires: cleanical solutions - clean, safe formulations with proven clinical efficacy. Whether enhancing results post-treatment or replacing procedures altogether, procedure-inspired cosmetics offer a new standard of efficacy for a market eager for transformation.