The 2024 IFSCC Congress, to be held Oct. 14-17, 2024, in Iguazu Falls, Brazil, is centered around the theme of: "Biodiversity and Cosmetics: Reaching Sustainable Technologies." The annual event aims to gather people from around the world who are interested in the science behind beauty and cosmetic products. Per the organizers, it attracts a diverse list of keynote speakers who share ideas and stories that inspire and empower attendees who are shaping the future of our industry.
This year's event touts:
- +1K high-level participants
- a 4-day program
- 80+ scientific podium presentations
- 500+ scientific poster presentations
- Two educational workshops by Boticário and L’Oréal
- An intimate tradeshow of 40+ stands
- Social events
- Global networking
- and more.
Cosmetic Science and Innovation
The core scientific sessions, held Oct. 15-17, will cover topics ranging from sustainability, safer and better sunscreens, a ferment filtrate for hair/scalp care, natural polymer coacervates to encapsulate retinol, skin microbiome, acne, stick formulation, anti-aging and skin hydration/plumping; to skin penetration, collagen boosting, hyperpigmentation control, seaweed skin protection, odor masking and control, green chemistry, longevity, hair bleaching, oral care, peptides, rosacea and inflammation and much more. Here's a look at the full schedule.
In addition, L'Oréal and Grupo Boticário will kick things off with two pre-congress workshops, held Oct. 14, which are centered on sustainability — and biotech to achieve such. Following is an overview.
L'Oréal Workshop 1: Shape the Future of Cosmetics
Oct. 14; 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
L'Oréal's workshop will open with an introduction from a star presenter (tbd). Following this, the program will discuss:
- Planetary boundaries: Emily Dionizio, GHG Specialist, WRI (World Resources Institute), will present on understanding environmental science and what the planet can sustain.
- Translating into objectives and KPIs: Isabelle Rollat, Director of Sustainable Innovation and EcoDesign, L’Oréal R&I, will discuss designing science-based targets, methodologies and tools for holistic sustainable action.
- Transforming ingredients: Mathias Fleury, Head of the Actives Category at Givaudan, will describe sustainable sourcing practices and green transformation.
- Transparency and engaging consumers: Finally, Iguatemi Costa, Senior Scientific Manager for Natural and Sustainable Ingredients, NATURA, will introduce the EcoBeautyScore Consortium and scoring system.
Grupo Boticário Workshop 2: Biotech and Sustainability
Oct. 14; 13:00 - 16:30 (1:00 - 4:30 p.m.)
Grupo Boticário's workshop will also align with sustainability, especially in terms of how biotechnology can be leveraged in this capacity.
- Upcycling and biotechnology: Jaciane Lutz Ienczak, adjunct professor, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, will present, "Sustainable Innovation in the Cosmetics Industry: Upcycling and the Vanguard of Biotechnological Products."
- Yeast mycosporins: Renata Pascon, of Universidade Federal de São Paulo, will speak on "Biotechnology and Beauty: Yeast Mycosporins."
- Sustainable actives production: Flavia Guaragna, Research and Technology Latam Director, Croda, will highlight, "Biotechnology Applied to the Sustainable Production of Cosmetic Active Ingredients."
- Collaborations in biotech: Larissa Zonta, Especialista Pesquisa e Inteligência de Produtos, Grupo Boticário, will discuss, "Advances in Biotechnology in the Cosmetics Industry: Collaborations in Research Projects as Catalysts for Innovation."
- Characterizing biotech materials: Juliana Cibi Amorim Telles, of Grupo Boticário, will give "An Overview on Characterization, Safety and Efficacy During Ingredient and Product Development."
Beyond four days jam-packed with cosmetic science, the event is bookended with social events celebrating local flavors and culture. See the event website for more information.
