The Science Behind the Art

K-Beauty, you've heard it before! The latest and quite innovative category of beauty and personal care products. Ever wonder what it's like to work at a cosmetics company in Korea? Join Yana Melnikova as we discuss K-Beauty, sustainability, and the ingredients behind the art of Korean beauty products.

What does it take to be a marketer in the cosmetics industry? What if you want to make the transition into marketing? Toussaint Jordan tells us all about her experience as a chemist who transitioned into marketing. Learn about storytelling, education, and global marketing, as well as some inspiring personal stories during this conversation!

Ever wondered what it's like to create an innovative product from scratch? Eileen Kim takes us through the process of doing this, as well as what to watch out for. Join us as we talk about the art and science of innovating, and listen to what Eileen has to say about the direction the industry is headed towards.

Take a deep dive about the World of Color with Stacey House, Vice President of Research and Innovation at KDC/ONE Innovation Lab. Stacey shares her journey on how she got into the cosmetic field by first admiring her mothers makeup routine. She also shares her perspective on what she hopes to see in the future, as well as her favorite lipstick color! Color is literally everywhere. Hear more about Stacey's perspective around the World of Color.

Wait, there's technology in cosmetics? Yup! All the different categories of cosmetics use different technologies, including the chemistry of the product, as well as the devices used to measure efficacy and substantiate claims. Dive into the technology behind cosmetics with Mike Anthonavage as he tells us about the latest devices and improvements.

Let's take a deep dive into the word natural. Ben Blinder, Executive Director, Business Operations at Gattefosse USA, will be talking about a topic that many of us in the cosmetics industry are learning and or trying to understand- the natural phenomenon. Join us as we discuss the definition of naturality, the development of natural products, and how consumer perception influences the actions of our industry.

Ever hear about Sensory Evaluation? How things feel, what claims can be made, and all about perception. Mythli Nori, a professional in Physical Claim Substantiation and Data Science at BASF, will take us through her daily work tasks, as well as the favorite part about her profession. Hear more about product claim substantiation, as well as her future thoughts on the industry.

Dr. Fares provides his insights about some of the misconceptions about claims substantiation and why it is important for formulators to learn and comprehend emulsions and polymers. Dive into the science behind the art with a discussion about the perfect emulsion, how marketers play a role in the industry, and more!

Bath & Body works Cucumber scent, does that bring back memories? Kari Arienti walks us through the path of fragrance creation, and shares her experience as a perfumer! Listen in to learn some fun facts about how to become a perfumer, what their days look like, and what you can do later in your career.

The Hair Guy, the Science Guy, the Multifaceted Guy, in our opinion! Listen in as Roger McMullen talks to us about his typical day, some of the challenges in imaging technology, and the importance of antioxidants. Hear more about Roger's perspectives on the industry, and where he thinks it's heading!

Science made a strong comeback in the past 2 years, and it's here to stay. Listen in on what Amy Marshall, Head of Sales at Eckart, has to say about how trends have evolved and continue to do so. Masks shifted makeup trends unexpectedly, what happens next? Find out which one of these takes the spotlight: lipsticks, eyeshadows, or skincare.

Sun's out, are you protected? We met with David Schlossman, President of Kobo Products in Short Hills, New Jersey, with a speciality in Suncare. David gives us an in-depth view on regulations of suncare products, challenges that the industry faces, and his beliefs on the future of the suncare industry. Expand your knowledge on some suncare facts you might have not known!

Is beauty universal? You probably guessed the right answer. Join Dr. Amber Evans, Senior Manager of Product Development at Moroccanoil, as we discuss beauty trends around the world, culture differences, and studies that reveal a new direction for the cosmetic industry. Listen in for some bonus topics, including beauty for the disabled, and inclusivity.

Ever take a picture of the sunset and get disappointed at your camera's inability to capture the moment as your human eye does? Yup, we've been there. Mehdi Doumi, Associate Principal Scientist at L'Oreal, talks to us about how his team uses technology to analyze nails, eyes, eyelashes, and much more. Join us as he explains what perception evaluation is, and how a cosmetic scientist can analyze color.

First things first! Let's get chatting with this year's NYSCC Chapter Chair, Susanna Fernandes. Susanna is currently Lead E-Sales Executive at Tri-K Industries, and has been appointed as the 2021 NYSCC Chair after holding several leadership positions within the society. Listen in on her career path, and a big announcement about Suppliers' Day 2021!

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