The Skinobs story began with a simple challenge: the difficulty of sourcing reliable data. Over ten years ago, a friend of Anne Charpentier spent eight days searching for a laboratory in Southeast Asia to conduct an innovative anti-aging study. Realizing the industry lacked a centralized hub for cosmetic testing and claims, Skinobs was founded in Aix-les-Bains.
Today, we are proud to celebrate our 10th anniversary. Built “brick by brick” with patience and sincerity, Skinobs has evolved into the leading independent, neutral hub connecting global cosmetic brands with specialized testing laboratories.
Optimizing Product Development: Our Journey Since 2016
Our mission remains unchanged: to simplify access to testing and accelerate your product development. Over the last decade, we have reached several major milestones:
- April 2016: Official launch of the Clinical Platform at in-cosmetics Paris, debuting with 25 laboratories and 50 methods. We also released our flagship publication, ZOOM #1.
- 2020: Expansion into Preclinical Testing (in-vitro and ex-vivo), doubling our scope during the global pandemic.
- 2022: Launch of Cosmetotest in Lyon, an international symposium that welcomed 250 participants for its inaugural edition.
- 2023: Global expansion with the «We Are Testing» collaborative stand, first introduced at the NYSCC Supplier’s Day in New York.
- 2024: Introduction of Skinobs 2.0, our most significant technical overhaul, unifying clinical and preclinical platforms with integrated messaging and project management tools.
- July 2025: Complete redesign of Cosmetics Testing News (CTN), featuring a new visual identity and thematic filtering for the testing community.
A Global Network for Cosmetic Experts
What began as a solo venture by Anne Charpentier has grown into a dedicated team of eight professionals supporting a vast international ecosystem. Today, the Skinobs platform provides:
- 1,500+ testing methods and 500+ laboratories referenced.
- Access for over 8,000 registered experts across 25 countries.
- A newsletter reaching 7,000 subscribers with industry-leading engagement rates.
- Support from over 80 paying partner laboratories.
Join Us for the 5th Edition of Cosmetotest
We are deeply grateful for the trust you have placed in us over the past ten years. We look forward to celebrating this milestone together during in-cosmetics Global in Paris this April.
Meet Skinobs at in-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris
The complexity of the testing market requires a clear, centralized vision. Skinobs, the world’s leading platform for preclinical and clinical testing identification, will be present at in-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris this April.
Navigating the vast landscape of French and international CROs can be a challenge. Whether you are looking for specific biomarkers, innovative imaging techniques, or the latest neuro-sensory protocols, our experts will be available to help you optimize your evaluation projects.
Don’t miss the chance to accelerate your testing projects.
Book a meeting with the Skinobs team today by contacting Ophélie Rebillard at orebillard@skinobs.com or visit us during the show to discover our latest database updates and expert insights.
