Hydration is the #1 claim in cosmetic testing — and yet, evaluating it remains one of the most debated topics in the industry. Which methods are truly reliable? How do you go beyond corneometry? And how do you translate instrumental data into a defensible marketing claim?
On June 30, 2026, Skinobs hosted a free one-hour webinar entirely dedicated to skin hydration evaluation: its latest advances, its lingering challenges, and the approaches that actually work in 2026. If you missed it, or want to watch it again, the replay is now available.
What you will discover
- An updated panorama of in vivo and ex vivo hydration testing methods, from biophysical measurements to consumer perception panels
- How to match the right test to the right claim, and avoid the most common pitfalls
- What the science says about emerging approaches in skin hydration assessment
- A practical perspective on building a robust and credible hydration dossier
This webinar was designed for cosmetic R&D scientists, formulators, and claims specialists who want a clear, science-based overview of hydration testing in 2026, whether you are refining an existing protocol or starting fresh.
The presentations
Imaging for the Evaluation of Moisturizing Products by Julie Przybylski, Pixience
While corneometry and TEWL remain key methods for assessing skin hydration, they do not always reflect the visible benefits perceived by consumers. In her presentation, Julie Przybylski (Marketing Manager, Pixience) shows how clinical imaging with the C-Cube system provides a complementary approach, objectively quantifying hydration-related skin changes such as desquamation, texture improvement, reduced dehydration lines and enhanced radiance.
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Skin Hydration Testing in 2026: What’s New? by Anne Charpentier, Skinobs
Anne Charpentier’s presentation is available on request. Contact Anne to receive her slide deck.
Your speakers
Anne Charpentier : Founder of Skinobs and curator of the world’s largest cosmetic testing database, covering 1,500+ methods and 500+ laboratories worldwide. Anne brings over a decade of expertise in connecting brands with the most relevant testing solutions.
Julie Przybylski : Marketing Manager at Pixience, a French healthcare technology company founded in 2012 and specialised in skin and hair imaging. Pixience develops the C-Cube, a color-calibrated camera combining 3D reconstruction, AI-powered image analysis, and clinical-grade accuracy for dermatology and cosmetic efficacy studies.
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