Skin Hydration Assessment: Methods, Challenges, and Perspectives

Round table 2026 cosmetotest

On Thursday 19 March at 11.50 – 12.20

4 experts:

  • Georgios Stamatas (SGS),
  • Aline Rigal (Clarins)
  • Raoul Vyumvuhore (Proya Cosmetics)
  • Tim Houser (Dermico).

While skin hydration remains the flagship claim for beauty routines worldwide, objectivation methods are evolving at an accelerated pace, driven by breakthroughs in imaging, optics, and AI. From classical biometrology to high-resolution imaging and real-life condition testing, the range of choices is vast.

Before handing over to the four experts of the panel discussion concluding the “Hydration Measurement” session on Thursday, March 19th, Cosmetotest invites you to contribute anonymously to this overview by answering our 4-question flash survey.

Here are 4 quick questions to fuel our discussions.

Everyone can participate without attending Cosmetotest and get the results of this survey.

👉🏼 Follow the link to answer:  https://66lsg72ywvz.typeform.com/to/eibTyFAi

  1. When you hear ‘hydration testing’, which instrumental method or device comes to mind spontaneously?”
    • Explain why?
  1. “In your current protocols, do you prioritize standardized laboratory conditions or are you increasingly moving towards ‘Real Life’ environmental testing?”
    • Explain why?
  1. “What is the most challenging hydration claim you have had to substantiate so far?”
    • Explain why?
  1. “What specific question would you like to ask the 4 experts of the round table on Thursday’s panel?”
    • Explain why?
  1. Would you like to receive personally the results summary of this survey
    • Your email:

Your responses will play a vital role in enriching the discussions during the Cosmetotest round table on Thursday, March 19th.

Your insights will help us better identify the real-world challenges you face in your evaluation and substantiation projects. 🙏🏼

Thank You!

Anne Charpentier – CEO Skinobs
acharpentier@skinobs.com