Following successful editions in Barcelona and Amsterdam, the flagship event for the cosmetic ingredients industry returns to Paris for what promises to be its largest edition yet. With the beauty market projected to grow by 5% annually through 2030, Paris 2026 is positioned as the primary catalyst for global technological launches.
👉 The Skinobs team will be glad to welcome you in the BOOST YOUR TEST 1B20 area, to talk with you about your evaluation projects during your visit at in-cosmetics global in Paris, from April 14th to 16th 2026.
1- Free Webinar online – 28th April 2pm (CEST)
Webinar online: European Testing Trends at the Testing & Lab zone – in-cosmetics Global. Discover the latest innovations presented by instrumentation makers and testing labs around the world exhibiting in Paris. These trends are collected by Anne Charpentier and summarise in a short and strategic presentation as usual!
2 – Sponsors of the BOOST YOUR TEST zone
PhD Trials® is an International Contract Research Organization engaged into the clinical assessment of safety and efficacy of products for topical application (cosmetics or raw materials). They are a multidisciplinary team of skin specialists, boasting more than 25 years of experience in the scientific support to the cosmetic industry. The technical staff of PhD Trials® consists of skin physiologists, dermatologists, pharmacists, Ophthalmologists, Pediatricians, Gynecologists, Vascular Surgeons, biologists and engineers that are constantly developing new methods to substantiate cosmetic claims.
Zurko Research is a centre for clinical and in vitro evaluation. It tests the safety and efficacy of cosmetic and cosmeceutical products, as well as medical devices. It can provide a wide range of cosmetics testing services, with the support of HD images study and high performance statistics analysis.
Sequential has developed the gold standard test for microbiome-friendly products, in vivo (in humans or on humans). The lab can provide some certainty as to whether a product really affects the microbiome. Sequential offers a complete end-to-end solution to support microbiome-friendly claims. From consulting and study design to their proprietary microbiome testing kits. They analyze, interpret, and report their results to meet your needs.
MyMicrobiome is an independent control body that rigorously tests products for the impact on the skin’s microbiome. This certification facilitates the decision of consumers when looking for skin and microbiome-friendly products. They have developed a standardized test which creates clear, digital results in vitro, referring to the latest scientific findings.
Validated Claim Support can work off existing industry standard methodologies or custom tailor a protocol with your team to best fit your specific needs. Their team treats each and every Claims & Efficacy study as a one-off unique project, and they spend as much time as needed communicating the intricacies of an individual study with your team. They can also employ external protocol at your discretion – our goal is to make your experience as enjoyable as possible and to go above and beyond your expectations.
ARTHA Research is a committed Cosmetic CRO bringing science projects to life with quality, scientifical precision and human respect through a close partnership with its clients. Based in Rio to serve the world, ARTHA Research offers tailor-made end-to-end scientifical projects, helping you from the methodology creation, trial execution to data management and marketing brochure production. Research services: safety, efficacy and consumer studies, science services and quality services.
3- The Index where you find all testing exhibitors
Skinobs is animating the Testing & Lab zone in collaboration with in-cosmetics Global since 2017 through the BOOST YOUR TEST booth. The Skinobs team answers all the visitors questions around their evaluation projects. They give them the best advises to conduct their testing and share with them a unique guide gathering all the expertise of the exhibitors of the Testing & Lab zone.
This index represents a special opportunity to deap dive in the evaluation field during the 3 day show.
4- Testing & Regulatory Session X Boost Your Test
Thursday 16th April
Forum Theatre, Hall 7, Level 1
9:00 – 9:15 How to Dive into the Testing Solutions to Substantiate Microbiome & Skin Barrier Related Claims – Anne Charpentier | Skinobs
9:15-9:45 Focus on Anti-ageing Claims and the Way they are Evaluated in Asia – Maria Glan Lozano | 2Open Beauty
11:00 – 11:30 Round Table: The Future of Cosmetic Testing: skin biomarkers as the New Gold Standard
Nuria Pagès – PhD Trials | Petronille Houdard – Sequential | Brian Ecclefield – Validated Claims | Ameann Djohn – Ameann Beauty
12:10-12:25 Trends Overview in Skin Biomarkers Analysis from In-Vitro to In-Vivo Claims Substantiations – Anne Charpentier | Skinobs
12:25-12:40 Experts Presentation by the Boost Your Test Sponsors
Nuria Pagès – PhD Trials | Petronille Houdard – Sequential | Thaïs Ponte – Artha Research | – Carman Martin – Zurko Research
5- Technical Seminar: Testing, Claims & Substantiation
Tuesday 14th
12:15-12:45 Navigating Cosmetic Claims within the EU Legal Framework – Dermatest
12:30-13:00 PFAS and their Implication in Cosmetics: Risk, Regulations and Reliable Testing Strategy – Neotron
13:15-13:45 Turning Clinical Microbiome Data Into Actionable Claims & Product Innovation – HelloBiome
15:05-15:35 Advancing Personal Care Claims with Integrated Human and Microbiome Data
Sequential | Dr Oliver Worsley – Technical Seminar Theatre 3, Hall 7, Level 3
Wednesday 15th
9:30-10:15 Metabolomics for the Development of Cosmetic actives- Simplified – Dr Nava Dayan
10:30-11:15 Results with Integrity: The DECIEM Model for Evidence-Based Skincare – Carla O’Connor |Deciem
12:15-12:45 Preserving Safely in a Green World: Science, Claims & Compliance
14:00-14:30 Green Claims and Certification in 2026 – Natrue
14:55-15:25 Compliant and Safe by Design: Ensuring Future-Ready and Reliable Compliance and Safety Substantiation – Prims
15:05-15:35 Trichoscopy: A Key Tool for Understanding and Assessing Hair Aging
Laura Cabrera | Zurko Research – Technical Seminar Theatre 3, Hall 7, Level 3
17:10-17:40 Translating Scalp Microbiome Science into Certified, Personalized Scalp-Care Solutions
Kristin Neumann | MyMicrobiome – Technical Seminar Theatre 2, Hall 7, Level 3
Thursday 16th April
10:25-10:55 From Cells to Claims: Redefining Skin & Hair Longevity Evaluation – Qima Life Sciences
11:35-12:05 PFAS in Cosmetics: Analytical Evidence to Address French Regulatory Pressure and Future EU Compliance
Mérieux Nutriscience Italia | Emiliano De Dominicis – Forum Theatre, Hall 7, Level 1
12:30-13:00 Skin Research Insights at a Glance – Advanced Visualization Techniques for Cosmetic Product Performance – SGS proderm
12:45-13:15 Steering Compliance: Strategies for Evolving Skincare and Beauty Regulations – Kirsty Mawhinney
13:35 – 14:05 Future-Proofing the Skin: Transcriptomic Insights & Advanced Testing Models for Preventive Skincare
Reza Jahangiri | Complife – Technical Seminar Theatre 4, Hall 7, Level 3
13:50 – 14:20 Nanomaterials in Cosmetics: Managing Innovation through Regulatory-driven Analytical Insight
Dr Federico Benetti – Technical Seminar Theatre 1, Hall 7, Level 3
Strategic Focus: Testing, Regulation & Lab Zone
One of the most dynamic sectors of the 2026 edition will be the “Testing, Regulation & Lab Zone.” This area is vital for ensuring product safety and efficacy in the face of increasingly stringent regulations (PFAS, microbiological safety, microbiome claims).
- The “Boost Your Test” Feature: Organized in collaboration with Skinobs, this advisory hub is a must-visit for a free diagnostic of your testing needs. Formulators and R&D directors will be guided toward the most advanced testing methods and the right CRO (Contract Research Organization) partners among the 100+ exhibitors in the zone.
- A Matter of Sovereignty: For France, this is an opportunity to reaffirm its global leadership in skin performance evaluation—a field where French expertise (metrology, imaging, objectification) faces growing competition from Asian laboratories.
What’s New for 2026: AI & Sustainability
- Artificial Intelligence: A special emphasis will be placed on the use of AI in skin diagnostics and accelerating the formulation process.
- Sustainability Zone: A dedicated area for upcycling solutions and green chemistry, meeting the modern consumer’s demand for transparency.
To know more about in-cosmetics global:
https://www.in-cosmetics.com/global/en-gb.html
To follow Skinobs on the Testing, Regulation & Lab Zone:
https://www.in-cosmetics.com/global/en-gb/visit/zones-pavilions.html
Round Table: The Future of Cosmetic Testing: skin biomarkers as the New Gold Standard:
