SAVE THE DATE !

We look forward to seeing you on Monday, April 15th at 6 p.m., Place de la Concorde in Paris for the an awards ceremony 9th edition of the international competition 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐂 𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒. An evening on the theme of innovation in the industry and international networking, with the participation of the Global Cosmetics Cluster !

Click on the button below to register !

On the program for this evening:

- A ceremony hosted by Laurence Dorlhac, presenting the 3 projects nominated for the "academic research prize" as well as the 3 projects nominated for the "industrial prize",

- The awards ceremony allowing you to discover the 2 winners,

- A networking cocktail party to exchange ideas with former prizewinners, finalists and other players in the national and international cosmetics/perfumery industry network.

In our webinar, "Exploring Tween Beauty Trends: Market Opportunities and Strategies," we delve into the dynamic landscape of tween beauty, focusing on the burgeoning market opportunities and the latest trends shaping the industry. We'll investigate the intriguing phenomenon of 11-year-olds gravitating towards beauty retailers like Sephora, uncovering insights into their preferences and purchasing behaviors. Through engaging discussions with ingredient suppliers, brands, and formulators, we'll gain invaluable perspectives on what this emerging market holds. From understanding the significance of key ingredients to dissecting effective marketing strategies tailored to this demographic, our webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of the tween beauty sphere. Join us as we navigate through the nuances of this evolving market, shedding light on innovative approaches and ethical considerations to seize the vast potential it presents.

Understanding Tween Beauty Trends:

· Definition of "Tween" and Their Influence in the Beauty Industry

· Latest Trends Among 11-Year-Olds in Stores Like Sephora

· Discussion on Consumer Behavior and Preferences in This Demographic

· Analysis of Market Growth and Potential

· Identifying Untapped Niche Markets Within the Tween Beauty Segment

· Ethical Marketing Practices and Building Trust with Consumers

This webinar brings together experts in innovation management and successful market impact, protecting your intellectual property, R&D funding and Tax credits, open innovation and industry academic relationships. This is a must attend 2h session for businesses both at the forefront of innovation development and for anyone wishing to understand more about the research and innovation ecosystem. With speakers drawn mainly from our CCUK members, we are sure that your questions can be addressed during and after the webinar and more tailored support can be provided if you need it in the future.

With the world’s eyes on the region for COP 28 UAE and as the gates have just closed on the BeautyWorld Middle East trade show, many cosmetic brands may be considering entering this potentially lucrative and luxury market. But is it all that it seems? What are the complexities and nuances of entering the market and what regulatory hurdles are awaiting? How do you tailor your product and marketing to meet the cultural needs of this region? Is price an issue?

In this webinar, hosted by Cosmetics Cluster UK, we get together with two companies experienced in the MENA market, KAZAconsultancy and RAQAM Consultancy, who can help answer some of these questions and provide their tips to help brands to avoid pitfalls before they embark on costly export campaigns. We will also be hearing from Santander Corporate & Commercial Bank UK about their Navigator platform, which is designed to help many businesses to negotiate the often complex scenarios of international markets.

An event in the scope of Cosmetic 360 Week, Cosmetic’s international week organized by Cosmetic Valley from Monday 16th to Monday October 20th 2023, in France. A program that deals with national and international networking, industrial and cultural visits in link with Research, Innovation and Distribution. 

Location : Château Smith Haut Lafitte Château Smith Haut Lafitte 33650 Martillac

Time & Date : Sat, Oct 21, 2023 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CEST

Price : CA$39.00 per attendee

An event organized by Canadian Cosmetic Center.

An event organized in partnership with Cosmetic Valley & Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine.

An event in the scope of Cosmetic 360 Week, Cosmetic’s international week organized by Cosmetic Valley from Monday 16th to Monday October 20th 2023, in France. A program that deals with national and international networking, industrial and cultural visits in link with Research, Innovation and Distribution. 

The Canadian Cosmetic Cluster, in partnership with Cosmetic Valley, is organizing a symposium on the issues and challenges of sustainable development in the cosmetics industry.

The Objective of the Roadblock Symposium :

The objective of the symposium is to create a platform for discussion and exchange between sustainably and clean tech experts from France and Canada on topic of solving roadblocks in the industry for a better future. The aim is to build a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities that exist for the two countries in their relationship, and to identify ways in which the two nations can work together to address these challenges and make the most of the opportunities.

The symposium will focus on the following key areas :

Scientific Exchange: The symposium will explore the role that scientific innovation plays in building strong partnerships between France and Canada. The goal will be to identifying new ways to promote greater scientific exchange between the two countries.

Economic Cooperation: The symposium will examine the opportunities and challenges that exist for economic cooperation between France and Canada, including trade and investment. The focus will be on identifying ways in which the two nations can work together to support the growth and competitiveness of their economies.

Sustainable Cooperation: The symposium will explore the ways in which France and Canada can cooperate on suitability issues that affect the cosmetic supply chain, including solutions for climate change, energy transition in manufacturing, and sustainable development of products By the Canadian Cosmetic Cluster 2023 and ingredients. The focus will be on identifying ways in which the two nations can work together to achieve their common environmental goals.

Proposed Program for Symposium :

This is the proposed schedule for this one-day event.

10 am-10:20 am - Opening Speeches :

France Partnerships and the Global Cluster Network. One of the focuses of the opening speech is on what is the definition of sustainability. We will have a presentation from the Bordeaux region on business opportunities in the city of Bordeaux.

10:30 am-10:45 am - How Can We Regulate Clean Beauty (What is the definition?) :

What is clean beauty? What does it mean? This is a question being asked by many people around the world. Everyone seems to have their own definition of what clean beauty is. Our expert will guide us through the different opinions and discuss whether clean beauty should be regulated by the government.

10:45 am - 11:05 am - Panel 1 - Should We Regulate Clean Beauty ?

11:10 am – 11:25 am - Sustainability Challenges for Big Companies Vs Start-ups : 

There are many challenges in becoming sustainable in the cosmetic industry. One of the biggest differences is that bigger companies can be more sustainable due to their financial resources. SME’s have the advantage being able to faster apply new methods for more sustainable business practices. We’re going to look at the differences between bigger companies and smaller companies and how their challenges and sustainability differ as well as how are they alike. We will also look at the solutions that both can utilize to streamline their road to being more sustainable.

11:30 am -11:50 am - Panel 2 – Sustainability Challenges for Big Companies Vs Start-ups

11:50am - 12:50pm - Lunch

1:00 pm – 1:15 pm - Focus On The Issues For Brands (and the Tech Solutions) : 

The cosmetic market is full of brands that are competing for shelf space, online viewership, and finally to be in the hands of the consumer. One of the methods that brands to attract consumers is the marketing of sustainability and eco-friendliness of their products. We will discuss the factors that contribute to greenwashing versus actual sustainability.

1:15 pm- 1:30 pm - Focus On The Issues For Ingredients (and the Tech Solutions) :

Ingredients are the building blocks of all cosmetic products. Many companies are focused on upcycled ingredients or have developed a cleaner extraction process. We look at all the different avenues that companies face when they are trying to be more sustainable and the tech solutions that can help with achieving this.

1:30- 1:45 pm - Focus On The Issues For Packaging (and the Tech Solutions) : 

The packaging industry is always full of innovation, but how many companies can achieve their goals to be more sustainable or have a smaller carbon footprint? We ask packaging companies to submit all their roadblocks so that we can find solutions from our tech partners.

1:45 pm- 2:05 pm - Panel 3 – On Sustainability Challenges Of Brands, Ingredients and Packaging

2:05 pm- 3:00 pm - Round Table Work Session/ Networking : 

During this work session, people will have a chance to talk about their roadblocks and meet potential solution-makers.

At this time, we are exploring an opportunity to visit a lab or company in the area. A group of companies will depart at 2:15 pm to make a company visit during the time. All events are expected to be finished before 4:30pm.

The Participants :

The symposium will bring together experts from across the cosmetic supply chain in France and Canada, including academics, policymakers, business leaders, and other industry representatives. There will be a group of participants from Canada as part of a trade mission. The other participants will be visitors of the Cosmetic 360 show, and Global Cosmetic Cluster members. The goal is to involve all of the Global Cosmetic Members in the panels.

The main organizations that will be involved in this event will be the following;

• Cosmetic Valley

• Canadian Cosmetic Cluster

• French Tech

• Region of Bordeaux

• Canadian Trade Commissioners

• French Embassy

Sales channels are at the heart of your thoughts. Come and enrich them by registering for the Retail Tour focus on Cleantech.

Program:

• Welcome breakfast

• Professional visits to the Must of Parisian Beauty Retail and the must-see sales areas

• Lunch in an inspiring Parisian retail restaurant and meeting with an innovative project leader

This Retail Tour is brought to you by :

As part of Cosmetic 360 Week, Cosmetic Valley is organising a sociable evening at the end of the first day of the show to keep the professional discussions going.

The industry’s stakeholders are invited to a dinner show at BEL CANTO, a musical restaurant that immerses guests in an "Italian theater " atmosphere. At Bel Canto, opera singers regale you at your table for a truly unique evening.

Much more than a formal dinner, this is an opportunity to get together, socialise and network, in keeping with the human and social values that are so important to us.

This gala event open to all exhibitors and visitors, is an opportunity to network and make new contacts by meeting people in a friendly, relaxed, refined and festive setting.

Limited places - Registration until September 20th, 2023

Price : €165 (Without taxes)

An event supported by : LVMH & Cosmetic Valley

An event in the scope of Cosmetic 360 Week, Cosmetic’s international week organized by Cosmetic Valley from Monday 16th to Monday October 20th 2023, in France. A program that deals with national and international networking, industrial and cultural visits in link with Research, Innovation and Distribution. 

A cultural and industrial day bringing together cosmetics clusters from all over the world.

On the program:

• Company visit

• Global Cosmetics Cluster (GCC) General Meeting

• Visit to Maubuisson Abbey

• Visit to "La Turbine”

Discover the full program of the Cosmetic 360 Week below.  

An event supported by Agglomération de Cergy-Pontoise, Territoire Boucle Nord-de-Seine, Region Ile-de-France & Choose Paris Region.

An event in the scope of Cosmetic 360 Week, Cosmetic’s international week organized by Cosmetic Valley from Monday 16th to Monday October 20th 2023, in France. A program that deals with national and international networking, industrial and cultural visits in link with Research, Innovation and Distribution.

During the day, you will have the opportunity to visit the company of your choice among two : Futura Gaïa & Codina Vieux Domaine both members of Cosmetic Valley.

Go to the gates of Sologne in Vierzon to discover the cosmetic brand CODINA Vieux Domaine, respectful of the skin and the environment.

30 years of expertise in the formulation of plant extracts are highlighted in different ranges that take care of the skin from head to toe.

During the visit, you will discover all the eco-responsible approach that we adopt: from essential gardens to skin diagnosis, including extraction, artisanal production and the shop. You will attend a demonstration of surgras soap making by cold saponification in accordance with ancestral methods.

An event in the scope of Cosmetic 360 Week, Cosmetic’s international week organized by Cosmetic Valley from Monday 16th to Monday October 20th 2023, in France. A program that deals with national and international networking, industrial and cultural visits in link with Research, Innovation and Distribution.

During the day, you will have the opportunity to visit the company of your choice among two : Futura Gaïa & Codina Vieux Domaine both members of Cosmetic Valley.

The rotative geopony vertical farm visit :  

At the crossroads of precision agronomy and cutting-edge technology, Futura Gaïa has designed a solution for automated vertical cultivation on living soil. This solution meets the needs of the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries for high-quality, pesticide-free ingredients. Our approach aims to understand plant physiology and metabolic pathways to finely tune culture parameters in order to reach the full plant potential.  

Located at 3 hours by train from Paris, Futura Gaïa proposes a visit of its rotating geoponic production farm and agronomic research laboratory. Come and discover our expertise in deep understanding of plants for cosmetic use, as well as our products during a sensory workshop. 

Program: 

• 9:45-10:15: arrival of visitors 

• 10:15 am: visit of Futura Gaïa’s farm in Tarascon and sensory workshop 

• 11:45 am: road transfer to Rodilhan 

• 12:15pm: visit of the agronomic research laboratory in Rodilhan 

• 1 pm: road transfer to Nîmes 

• 1:15 pm (optional): lunch at a restaurant in Nîmes at the expense of each participant 

Price : Free 

Event open to clusters 

Discover the full program of the Cosmetic 360 Week below.

The Innovation Day, now in its sixth edition, is an event dedicated to the Italian and international cosmetics production chain, encompassing all its components: raw materials, machinery and automation, packaging, contract manufacturing, and full-service solutions.

The event offers insights into market trends, conferences, B2B meetings, innovative projects, research, and solutions that will shape the future of the cosmetics industry.

Sustainability continues to be a top priority on political agendas and drives corporate strategies. The Italian cosmetics industry is at the forefront of addressing the resulting changes to remain competitive in a market driven by consumer demands for "green" products.

Environmental awareness has reached high levels but often conceals pitfalls and deep contradictions, with the risk of transforming virtuous principles into ideological and pretextual positions. The Cosmetics Hub aims to shed light on the rules of the game, including the regulations set by the European Union regarding the use of materials, ingredients, and packaging.

The day will be characterized by two panel discussions among key players in the cosmetics industry, including entrepreneurs, managers, university professors, and others.

Roundtables :

First Roundtable: Where is Europe heading in terms of pack sustainability and the use of new materials?

Second Roundtable: Can luxury be green?

Concept:

• Highlight the innovation of companies operating in the cosmetics industry.

• Create networking spaces to facilitate the meeting of supply and demand.

• Obtain a clear and comprehensive overview of the state of the art in the beauty world.

• Opportunities to develop new projects.

Essential insights for companies setting up in the UK

Setting up a business in a new jurisdiction can be difficult, particularly when it comes to understanding and navigating the local tax requirements.

In this webinar dedicated on the UK tax landscape, organized by Polo della Cosmesi in collaboration with Röedl and Partner, expert presenters will guide you through the essential elements of Corporation Tax compliance and VAT, covering key topics such as filing obligations, reporting requirements, and crucial deadlines.

You will gain the knowledge needed to ensure your business complies with UK Corporation Tax regulations from the outset.

Furthermore, speakers will cover a range of UK Corporation Tax reliefs currently available, providing valuable insights into how your business can strategically leverage these reliefs to minimize tax liabilities.

Speakers

Tanvirul CHOWDHURY, Corporation Tax compliance

Rizwan ADAM-AKHTAR, Corporation Tax advisory

Paul MASSON, VAT compliance and advisory

As part of the Go4Cosmetics European inter-regional partnership, the Centre-Val de Loire and Lombardy regions, Cosmetic Valley (France) and REI-Reindustria Innovazione (Italy), will be promoting a conference on "The future of the European cosmetics industry", to be held on July 3, at 2:00 pm (CEST), at the Committee of the Regions in Brussels (Belgium).

Taking the form of round tables, the event will bring together key players from the sector and European institutions to discuss the challenges facing the cosmetics industry in Europe, linked to ecological and digital transitions, increased international competition and research and innovation.

The conference will conclude with an awards ceremony for innovative players in the cosmetics sector and a networking cocktail reception.

Practical info :

- Program (in progress): https://european-cosmetic.eventmaker.io/en/program

- Registration until June 15 on the following link: https://european-cosmetic.eventmaker.io/en

- Access to the conference is free, but registration is mandatory (This conference is only open to European partners). 

Don't miss this opportunity!

Join the next Global Cosmetics Cluster webinar on “Exploring Certifications In The Cosmetic Industry”

On June 8th 2023

Start time : 8 am EST /1pm BST/2pm European time –

End time : 9.30 am EST/2.30pm BST/3.30pm European time

Welcome to our webinar on “Exploring Certifications In The Cosmetic Industry”. In this informative session, we will take you through an in-depth analysis of the different types of certifications that exist in the cosmetic industry and what they mean for your products and brand.

Our expert panel of speakers will cover topics, such as the various types of certifications available, what each certification entails, and the benefits of obtaining certifications for your cosmetic products. They will also discuss the certification requirements, the application process, and the costs associated with each certification.

You will learn about the various certifications available, such as BCORP, Natrue, Leaping Bunny Certificate, Vegan Society, and RSPO, and how they differ from one another. The speakers will provide insights into the impact of these certifications on consumers and the market, and how they can contribute to building a more professional, sustainable and ethical cosmetic industry.

During the webinar, there will be interactive sessions and Q&A segments, where you can ask questions and share your thoughts with our panel of experts. Our speakers will also provide practical advice on how to choose the right certification for your cosmetic products and how to ensure that your products meet the necessary standards and requirements.

Whether you are a cosmetic product manufacturer, distributor, retailer, or consumer, this webinar will provide valuable insights into the various certifications available in the cosmetic industry and help you make informed decisions that could benefit your brand and the environment.

Join us for this exciting and informative webinar and take your first step towards becoming a leader in the cosmetic industry.

Speakers and panellists confirmed so far: Margarita Sidorova, CEO Canadian Cosmetic Cluster, Dr Mark Smith, Director General Natrue, Dr Kristin Neumann, Co-Founder MyMicrobiome, Barbara Olioso, The Green Chemist, Jennifer Norman, The Human Beauty Movement.

Organized by Cosmetics Cluster UK

The event is being held in a beautiful lakeside venue – The Ron Cooke Hub – https://www.york.ac.uk/hub/ at the University of York. Parking is available at Field Lane and Kimberlow Lane car parks. Pay and display parking is in place please purchase a ticket and display this in your vehicle on arrival.

09.30 – 10.00 Welcome coffee and registration

10.00 – 10.15    Introduction: Scientific Underpinning in an Emerging Space of Skin Health and Wellbeing – Dr Katerina Steventon

10.15 – 11.00   Trends in Mental Health and Wellbeing – Professor Lina Gega, Institute for Mental Health Research, University of York

11.00 – 11.45   Formulating for a Lifetime of Healthy Skin – Dan Whitby, Chief Scientist, SMINK Ltd

11.45 – 12.30   Skin – Brain Connection: Looking and Feeling Radiant – Dr Katerina Steventon

12.30 – 13.30     Buffet lunch and networking

13.30 – 14.00   Skin Care is Brain Care: How Touch Builds Resilience to Stress – Professor Francis McGlone, NeuriSci Ltd.

14.00 – 14.15     Personal Reflection on presented topics

14.15 – 15.15  Workshop: Brainstorming new ideas to identify all research interests on skin feel and formulation, touch and application techniques as well as self-care, self-esteem, longevity and happiness.

15.15 – 15.45 Coffee & Voting on research interests

15.45 – 16.00   Next Steps & Close – Dr Katerina Steventon