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Joining the IFSCC

How to Become a Member

The IFSCC is a federation of national societies; individuals cannot join the IFSCC directly. Instead, you become an IFSCC member by joining one of its 48 affiliated Member Societies across 78 countries. Once you’re a member of a national society that is part of the IFSCC, you automatically gain access to IFSCC benefits, including educational resources, webinars, and the Members’ Zone.

Elevate Your Career with Exclusive Access to Resources and Opportunities

The International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists has 48 national Societies of Cosmetic Chemists as Members covering 78 countries. Individuals cannot be Members of the IFSCC – only national Societies can.

However, anyone who belongs to a Society of Cosmetic Chemists (or Scientists) which is a member of the IFSCC can enjoy the membership benefits for individuals:

  • Access to cutting-edge advancements in cosmetic science via the Publication section of ifscc.org (registration required*)
    Promote scientific knowledge and education in cosmetic science and technology.

    • IFSCC magazine
      Published online 4 times a year
    • Papers
      Papers and presentations delivered at IFSCC events
    • Virtual Library
      Virtual Library of textbooks and reference materials, searchable by topic
    • Videos and Webinars
      Videos from IFSCC events, and webinars aimed at beginning chemists (many with verbatim English transcripts)
    • IFSCC Monographs
      Deep-dives into specific areas of cosmetic science
  • Archives
    The only online database of scientific articles which deals with cosmetic science
  • IFSCC e-Newsletter
    IFSCC e-newsletters, produced approx. 4 times a year
  • Discounted Congress Registration
    Discounted registration fees to our annual Congress – the only global cosmetic congress dedicated solely to the science of cosmetics
  • Global Networking Opportunities
    Access to an international network of 48 Societies representing 78 countries
  • Scientific Awards and Recognition
    Opportunities to win scientific awards and prizes
  • Events with Leading Scientists
    Access to world renowned scientists at IFSCC-sponsored local society events

Steps to Join the IFSCC as an individual

  1. Establish Your Society
    If you are an individual interested in becoming a member of the IFSCC, please contact your country’s Society and join us today. You can find the contact details of your country’s Society in our Society Directory.

  2. Access IFSCC Benefits
    Once you become a member of your National Society, you will automatically become an IFSCC member and gain access to register on our Member Zone.

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Boost Your Society’s Influence and Visibility in the Cosmetic Science Community

  • Global Network
    Be part of a global network of cosmetic science professionals
  • Cutting-edge Advancements Access
    Offer access to cutting-edge advancements in cosmetic science to your individual members
  • Publicize Your Events via IFSCC
    Have your local events publicised through the IFSCC e-newsletter and IFSCC.org

  • IFSCC Educational Program Sponsorship Opportunities
    The opportunity to be sponsored with an IFSCC Educational Program:

    • Ecaterina Merica Cosmetic Education Programme:
      Host a 2-day education seminar featuring globally-recognised experts in cosmetic science (for lesser developed countries only)
    • Lester Conrad Educational Prize:
      Compete to win a multi-year grant to help fund your Society’s education initiatives
    • International Speaker Programme:
      Invite in-person or remote IFSCC speakers for educational events with a reimbursement of up to CHF 2,000
  • Participate in the IFSCC Council Meeting
    The opportunity to have a Representative (or Proxy) from your Society participate in the annual IFSCC Council meeting, allowing your Society to have a voice in policy making at the IFSCC
  • Host an IFSCC Congress
    Compete for the opportunity to Host an IFSCC Congress

Steps to Join the IFSCC as a Member Society

  1. Establish Your Society
    Form a Society in your country which is independent of any other organization or government body. Your Society must be completely in agreement with the goals of the IFSCC.

  2. Submit Your Documentation
    Email the following to secretary@ifscc.org and include:

    • A copy of the Society’s founding documents in English, signed by the President of the organization. (Usually this means Statutes and By-Laws.)
    • A list showing the names of at least 20 Members
    • A short letter from the President of the Society, asking to join the IFSCC, and promising to pay the then-current Membership Dues per member per year.
    Send email
  3. IFSCC Council Approval
    After approval by the IFSCC’s Praesidium, the Council will vote to accept or deny the application. This is done once a year, at our Council Meeting, held immediately before our annual Congress or Conference.
  4. Official Membership Confirmation
    After your application is approved by the Council you will immediately become a Member Society of the IFSCC. You will be invoiced for Membership Dues, prorated for the rest of the year. (Note: The current Membership Dues rate is 7 swiss francs per person, which has held steady for 10 years.)

    Note that you will also need to, in most cases, register your Society as a non-profit in your country.
    Depending on your country, this process could take a long time. You’ll also need to open up a checking account, etc.

    If you have any questions, please contact IFSCC Secretary General, Mónica Morales at secretariat@ifscc.org.

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