The 10th edition of in-cosmetics Asia will not disappoint with a host of new speakers, exhibitors and innovative products lined up to educate and inspire R&D professionals when it returns to Bangkok from 31 October – 2 November.
The Asia Pacific (APAC) beauty and personal care market is due to lead the world in market growth, which is set to exceed 30% over the next four years – reaching US$192bn by 2021[1]. Inspired by this thirst for development, in-cosmetics Asia 2017 will bring more new insights and innovation to visitors than ever before, designed to inspire the next wave of product formulations across the industry.
Eva Baldaro, technical director at Hallstar is one of many new additions to the in-cosmetics speaker line-up. Cosmetic manufacturers attending her session on ‘The next generation of cold process emulsifiers’ in the Technical Seminars Theatre on Tuesday 31 October, will learn about a naturally-derived cold process emulsifier that can create water or glycerin gels or create an emulsion by being added in any phase and at any time in the formulation development process (Olivem 2020).
Baldaro said: “As naturality, functionality and sustainability continue to be key themes in beauty and personal care, our next-generation cold process emulsifier is a perfect match for the Asia Pacific audience. in-cosmetics Asia is an influential platform for all of Asia Pacific and the gathering in Bangkok allows the industry to connect with so many people who want to hear more about the latest developments.”
Also new to the line-up this year is Jo Chidley, chemist and Founder of Beauty Kitchen, which creates natural and effective beauty products. Presenting in the Marketing Trends Theatre on Wednesday, 1 November on ‘Consumer trends in Europe for natural fragrances & aromatherapy’, her session will examine the blurring of the lines between health and beauty and how this is driving the movement towards natural fragrances and aromatherapy. Her audience will also be keen to hear her advice on how to make an impact in a mature market.
“The show is essential for getting an overview of what other people and organisations are developing for the industry and is key to keeping ahead in terms of innovation – that is important for any R&D professional,” said Chidley. “Visitors will hear from diverse voices within the industry from natural and organic to the latest in biotechnology.”
Aside from a three-day programme of informative sessions by industry experts running across the show, there will be more than 400 global suppliers of ingredients, fragrances, lab equipment, testing and regulatory solutions. More than 70 exhibiting companies from around the globe are entirely new to in-cosmetics Asia, including Biobeautech Co, Coskin Specialities, Dermaject Co.,Ltd. GTG Wellness, Omniscentral and Aumento Chemical. They will expose visitors to fresh ideas and ingredients for an even more diverse experience at the show this year.
A long-standing attraction, the popular Innovation Zone will draw in personal care manufacturers that are looking for the world’s most novel ingredients. Maruzen Pharmaceuticals will display Lemon Balm Extract – a new natural active that promotes collagen receptor ‘Endo180’ production. This new approach focuses on the recycling system that our skin naturally possesses.
HerbaShield URB, another active ingredient that has been developed by Lipoid Kosmetik, will be showcased as ‘the natural solution to pollution’. It substantially reduces pollution-induced skin damage and ageing as a COSMOS-approved botanical based on watercress, horsetail and nettle extracts.
Sarah Gibson, exhibition director, commented: “We have pulled out all the stops for in-cosmetics Asia this year, with a number of brand new speakers, never-seen-before exhibitors and exciting ingredients – many of which have not yet been launched to market.
“We believe this year’s programme will inspire attendees and equip them to plan for future successes and innovate beyond the expectations of today’s consumers. We look forward to welcoming the whole industry to the show in just a few weeks’ time.”
The event will run from 31 October to 2 November 2017 in Bangkok. For more information, visit asia.in-cosmetics.com.
