35th IFSCC Congress to take place in Cannes under the theme ‘Future is Science’ via SpecialChem

26 March 2025

The 35^th IFSCC Congress will take place in Cannes from September 15 to 18 under the theme “Future is Science”. Organized by the Société Française de Cosmétologie and supported by major names in the international cosmetics industry, the 2025 IFSCC Congress, under the presidency of Dr. Christine Lafforgue, will be hosted at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes.

Focus on 3 key topics

The event is expected to welcome over 1,000 participants, who will have the privilege of attending 68 selected conferences and exploring 650 posters presented by international experts over 3 days, focusing on 3 key topics: Skin and hair health and well-being, Holistic sciences, and Diversity and personalization. Almost 1,200 submissions were received by the scientific committee with 55% coming from Asia, 32% from Europe and 13% from Americas.

Prof. Thierry Passeron, prof. David Sander, prof. Marc-André Selosse, prof. Jin Qu, prof. Nina Jablonski and Dr. Anke Hadasch will each introduce one of the scientific half-days of the congress, following the ‘out of the box’ morning sessions by Paul Matt, Gilles Bœuf, and Luc Julia, designed to inspire unconventional thinking and explore the unexpected as a source of creativity for cosmetology.

On September 15, a workshop day led by specialists will precede the 3 official days of the congress. Each session will provide participants with cutting-edge insights to enhance their work. Places are limited.

Finally, a dedicated area will host some thirty exhibitors showcasing their services and technologies.

Designed to promote the latest scientific advances in cosmetology, this 35^th congress is the annual opportunity to federate the IFSCC’s worldwide network made up of 51 Societies from 81 countries, in interaction with academic and industrial players in the cosmetics sector. It is the responsibility of the host country’s Society to organize the event. As a founding member and significant scientific contributor to the IFSCC, the Société Française de Cosmétologie (SFC) is delighted to host this event, as the last IFSCC congress in France dates back to 2014.

On the occasion of this 35^th Congress, and with the support of L’Oréal Research & Innovation, the SFC will present the 3^rd edition of the “Sustainability Challenge”. Applications are open until May 25.

All information about the 2025 IFSCC Congress – registration, program, workshops, sustainability challenge, sponsorship and exhibition opportunities, practical info – is available on the event’s comprehensive website. Preferential rate for all registrations before April 13, 2025.

Program

Sept. 15 – Pre-Congress Day – Workshops, prior to the opening ceremony
Unlock your cosmetic expertise to conduct effective cosmetic research: These six optional workshops offer a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge, explore crucial topics, and keep up to date with the latest advances: cognitive sciences, photoprotection, regulatory issues, sustainable development, and how to effectively publish your scientific work. Limited number of places.

Sept. 16 – Day 1 – Skin & hair health and well-being
The future of cosmetics goes beyond skin and hair, revealing the amazing synergy between inner health and outer beauty. We will address the science of skin and hair health through internal and external stressors, the exposome, photobiology, and cognitive and affective sciences. Science is at the heart of the research and innovations that will improve not only the physical health of our skin and hair but also our mental well-being in the future.

Sept. 17 – Day 2 – Holistic sciences
The future of cosmetics unfolds shape when cutting-edge science and expertise come together to address more global challenges. From the role of the microbiome ecosystem to the question of longevity and the multitude of biological characteristics involved, we will explore the path of holistic and multi-target approaches that help preserve the natural beauty of skin and hair in a sustainable way.

Sept. 18 – Day 3 – Diversity and personalization
The future of cosmetics celebrates plural beauty, which makes each of us unique and makes the diversity of the world. Will explore it through the science of hair and skin color, biological pigmentation and makeup. The search for new, more sustainable types of formulation and new active ingredients derived from biotechnology, the integration of omics, digital technology and AI in the diagnosis or evaluation of products will enable us in the future to offer personalized cosmetic solutions tailored to the expectations of each individual.

Sustainability challenge

The Société Française de Cosmétologie (SFC), supported by L’Oréal Research & Innovation, to present the 3^rd edition of the Sustainability Challenge on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, in Cannes, France during the 35^th IFSCC Congress. This competition invites startups and academics to showcase groundbreaking innovations that address the crucial need for sustainability in the cosmetics industry. Participants will present their ideas to a global audience of industry experts, potential investors/employers, and key stakeholders at the IFSCC Congress.

The challenge provides an opportunity to connect with leading researchers, brands, and suppliers in the cosmetic science community. The 8 finalists will receive a pass for the first day (September 16) of the 2025 IFSCC Congress, along with promotion on IFSCC and SFC social media. The winner will receive a one-year membership to the SFC (including access to the IFSCC website), additional promotion on IFSCC social media and a ticket to 2026 IFSCC in Australia. Application deadline: May 25, 2025.

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