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Imani Elaine Porter and Joy Rutherford are the winners of the $5000 SCC Madam C.J. Walker Scholarship, introduced in 2020 to support under-represented minority students pursuing a science-based degree.

SCC Announces Madam C.J. Walker Scholarship Winners

Imani Elaine Porter and Joy Rutherford are the winners of the $5,000 SCC Madam C.J. Walker Scholarship, introduced in 2020 to support under-represented minority students pursuing a science-based degree.

From hero ingredients to unique marketing partnerships to mindful product engineering, beauty is increasingly capable of serving all consumers on their own terms.

[update] 5 Keys to Inclusive Beauty Innovation

Experts from BFA/Ipsy, UOMA Beauty, Kohl Kreatives and more discuss strategies to ensure beauty is for everyone.

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Beauty Accelerate and The Ocean Foundation Partner for a Better, Bluer Tomorrow

Through this partnership, a portion of the proceeds from Beauty Accelerate event registrations will be contributed to The Ocean Foundation—exclusively toward its Redesigning Plastic Initiative.

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SCS Calls for Papers to Present During 2022 London IFSCC Congress

As the host for the IFSCC 2022 Congress, the UK-based Society of Cosmetic Scientists calls on cosmetic chemists from around the world to submit abstracts for the upcoming congress. The deadline is Jan. 31, 2022.

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[video] Thought Leaders: Laureth-4, Pentylene Glycol and Hair Dye

In this weekly video chat, Cosmetics & Toiletries Assistant Editor, Michele Behrens and Managing Scientific Editor, Rachel Grabenhofer sit down to discuss the market relevance of the top-searched terms on C&T's website. Watch now.

Packaging for beauty and personal care offers more sustainable innovation than ever.

The Sustainable Packaging Revolution is Here

From refillable formats to biodegradable technologies, beauty brands have more options than ever to advance their eco credentials.

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[video] Thought Leaders: Glycation, Foundation and CBD

In this weekly video chat, Cosmetics & Toiletries Assistant Editor, Michele Behrens and Managing Scientific Editor, Rachel Grabenhofer sit down to discuss the market relevance of the top-searched terms on C&T's website. Watch now.

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Variability in CBD and Hemp Potency Calls for Advanced Analytics, Standards

Variability in cannabidiol (CBD) and hemp extract potency, even among certified products, impacts the reproducibility of in vitro gene expression studies. Brian Cook, of Nu Skin Enterprises, will present this issue during the SCC 2021 Annual Meeting.

Designing products to meet the unique needs of consumer with disabilities can translate to better product experiences for all. Join in this discussion to help move products in a more inclusive direction.

[updated] Virtual Roundtable: Inclusive Design for Universal Beauty

Gabriela Daniels of the London College of Fashion will participate in a virtual roundtable chat on inclusive design for universal beauty during Beauty Accelerate Virtual.

From L: Michelle Hines, Ph.D., Mary Kay Inc. (SCC president); Mark Chandler, ACT Solutions Corp. (SCC vice president); Tony O'Lenick, Nascent Technologies Corp. (SCC vice president-elect)

Michelle Hines, Ph.D., Mark Chandler and More: Your 2022 SCC Board

The results are in, and the 2022 executive officers and area directors for the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC), led by Michelle Hines, Ph.D., as president, are as follows.

Inolex celebrates 145 years as a company and will continue to advance beauty with its sustainable ingredients.

Inolex Turns 145 and Celebrates Sustainable Beauty

To commemorate the occasion, the company hosted a private ribbon-cutting event for its employees at its flagship manufacturing facility in Charlotte, North Carolina on September 9.

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[video] Thought Leaders: Retinol, Eyeliner and Skin Care

In this weekly video chat, Cosmetics & Toiletries Assistant Editor, Michele Behrens and Managing Scientific Editor, Rachel Grabenhofer sit down to discuss the market relevance of the top-searched terms on C&T's website. Watch now.

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[video] Thought Leaders: Vinyl Dimethicone, Telomere and Tony O'Lenick

In this weekly video chat, Cosmetics & Toiletries Assistant Editor, Michele Behrens and Managing Scientific Editor, Rachel Grabenhofer sit down to discuss the market relevance of the top-searched terms on C&T's website. Watch now.

Join this roundtable discussion to explore unique considerations when it comes to formulating for compromised skin, especially in terms of topical restoration and protection.

[updated] Virtual Roundtable: Formulating Clinically Effective Products

Ruandro Knapik, R&D Technical Leader and External Innovation Leader for a major manufacturer, will participate in a virtual roundtable chat on formulating clinical efficacy during Beauty Accelerate Virtual.

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[video] Thought Leaders: Zinc Oxide, Acne and Minimalism

In this weekly video chat, Cosmetics & Toiletries Assistant Editor, Michele Behrens and Managing Scientific Editor, Rachel Grabenhofer sit down to discuss the market relevance of the top-searched terms on C&T's website. Watch now.

The intersection of wellness and beauty will reshape the industry in the coming years.

[update] The Future of Beauty x Wellness

From antioxidants to personalization to psychodermatology, a range of experts will speak out on the future of innovation.

Gelita’s Verisol collagen peptides have reportedly been scientifically proven to have a positive effect on skin, hair and nails.

Gelita's Collagen-based Nutricosmetic Collections

Gelita’s Verisol collagen peptides have reportedly been scientifically proven to have a positive effect on skin, hair and nails.

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[video] Thought Leaders: Dandruff, Avocado and Collagen

In this weekly video chat, Cosmetics & Toiletries Assistant Editor Michele Behrens and Managing Scientific Editor Rachel Grabenhofer sit down to discuss the market relevance of the top-searched terms on C&T's website. Watch now.