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From L: Leslee Goodman, moderator, looks on as Howard Murad, M.D., receives the Frontiers of Science Award from Akshay Talati, Pharm.D.

Water Loss and Aging, Anal Sexual Health, Cell Surface Glycosylation, Longevity Markers and More: SCC78 Day Two

Beauty and personal care from top to bottom — from hair and scalp care, to intimate care and anal sexual health — led the conference sessions on day two of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists' (SCC's) 78th Annual Scientific Meeting (SCC78).

The Henry Maso Keynote Lecture, moderated by COSA chair and vice chair Caryn Weiss, of Amway (left), and Paul Lawrence, Ph.D., of BioCogent (right), respectively, consisted of a conversation with Avantha Arachchi, of A Frame Brands (center) on the importance of inclusivity in products and internal teams.

DEI, Ethnic Hair, Adaptive Photoprotection, Temperature vs. Sunscreen Penetration, Post-procedural Care and More: SCC78 Day Three

Day three of the SCC78 Annual Scientific Meeting and Technology Showcase opened with the SCC Annual Awards Breakfast featuring the Henry Maso Keynote Lecture, which set the tone for one of the event's major themes: inclusivity. Here's a brief recap.

David Steinberg discussed preservatives and particularly, preservative regulations in the U.S., Canada and the EU; their usage in products; and how the outlook on preservatives impacted the cosmetic industry.

Midwest SCC Outlines Preservative Formulating and Regulations

At the May 2021 Midwest SCC virtual meeting, David Steinberg discussed preservatives; particularly regulations in the U.S., Canada and the EU, as well as their use in products and how the outlook on preservatives impacts the cosmetic industry.

A Fresh, New Identity for SCC

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists reveals a new logo reflecting its identity for the 21st Century.

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SCC Reaches 5,000 Member Milestone

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists, which focuses on serving educational and networking needs of cosmetic science professionals in North America, announced that it surpassed 5,000 members for the first time since its founding.

SCCP Assesses Tea Tree Oil

When exposed to air and heat, tea tree oil is prone to oxidation and yields epoxides and other oxidation products that contribute to its skin sensitizing potential.

NY SCC Suppliers’ Day: Show Highlights

Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine presents highlights from day one of the New York Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists Suppliers' Day, including technology launches for hair conditioning, PEG-free thickening, naturals, photostability and low heavy metal content-pigments, among other trends.

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Pollution Persists at the SCC Annual Meeting

The anti-pollution research presented during the SCC Annual Meeting will unlock new levels of efficacy and product forms to defend skin against this persistent problem.

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SCC Annual Meeting: Digital Dimensions of Cosmetics

Technology is getting smarter—how might this apply to cosmetics? The SCC Annual Meeting closed with conversation and insight on how virtual reality, handheld 3-D scanning and more apply to the industry.

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Firing Up the Cannabinoid Cosmetics Debate at SCC Annual

Cannabinoids have fired up great interest (and to some extent, alarm) from the cosmetics industry, both for their broad potential but also their regulatory status. During the recent SCC Annual Meeting, a few presenters shared what the science says about these potent actives.

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SCCS Concludes DHA is Safe for Hair Dyes

The SCCS released its opinion on dihydroxyacetone (DHA; 1,3-dihydroxy-2-propanone) at a plenary meeting held on March 4, 2020: the ingredient is safe for use as a hair coloring ingredient in leave-on treatments, and in self-tanning lotions and face creams.

Stanley Qi, Ph.D., presenting at the SCC Annual Meeting on CRISPR gene editing.

SCC Annual Meeting: Is CRISPR 'Bad' for Cosmetics?

CRISPR gene editing breakthroughs could make vast changes in cosmetic formulations—Stanley Qi, Ph.D., took the keynote stage at the SCC Annual Meeting to discuss its implications.

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WFFC and SCC Reconnect With Their Natural Experiences

Members of the Chicago Women in Flavor & Fragrance Commerce (WFFC) and the Midwest Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) came together to break bread and network at “Creating Natural Experiences Through Fragrance,” a joint meeting on April 11.

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SCCS Gives Cyclopentasiloxane Thumbs Up for Safety, Mostly

The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has determined that cyclopentasiloxane (D5) is safe at the reported concentrations in cosmetics, except for use in hair styling aerosols and sun care spray products.

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Uncovering the Dynamics of Skin's Microbiome at SCC Annual

To some, the skin microbiome is no more than the latest marketing fad; to others, it is perhaps the greatest discovery in recent years with potential beyond our understanding—which is why industry giants L'Oréal and Amway are digging deeper.

NY SCC Suppliers' Day: Highlights from Day Two

Continuing its live report from the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NY SCC) Suppliers' Day, Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine presents a few highlights from day two of the show, including color technology launches, naturals and preservatives, among others.

While the trend for natural and more eco-friendly ingredients at this year's show may come as no suprise, innovations launched in the color category—beyond just a new shade—are less common and therefore worth noting, especially considering the regulatory hurdles for which they are being designed to address. For instance, as reported on day one, Colipa is expected to release guidance suggesting that cosmetics contain less than 100 ppm heavy metal.

As Suppliers' Day 2011 closed, exibitors and attendees alike left feeling confident that the industry has survived the economic downturn, as evidenced by the continued innovative ingredient launches, which ensure an even better future.

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SCC Announces the Debut of the Green Star Award

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) recently announced the new award that will be presented to the formulator who has done the most to accomplish green formulations during the past 12-month period.

SCC Requests Scale-up, Nanotechnology, Claims Support Submissions

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has announced a call for podium presentation papers for the Dec. 12-13, 2013, Annual Scientific Meeting and Technology Showcase.

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