Welcome to IFSCC's new website!

About
- About IFSCCA worldwide federation dedicated to international cooperation in cosmetic science and technology.
- GovernanceDiscover the structure and leadership of the IFSCC, guided by its Council and Praesidium.
- Awards ProgramExplore IFSCC's prestigious awards that honor excellence in cosmetic science.
Members
- Membership & BenefitsBecome part of a global community of cosmetic science professionals, with access to exclusive resources, events, and collaboration opportunities.
- DirectoryExplore our global network of 48 member societies across 78 countries.
Education
- WebinarsGain access to webinars featuring global experts - live sessions and recorded access for IFSCC Members.
- IFSCC Educational ProgramsIFSCC's on-site programs bring expert-led cosmetic science education directly to member societies worldwide.
- MagazineRead our peer-reviewed quarterly publication featuring cutting-edge cosmetic science research.
News
Resources
- Educational Courses offered by Member SocietiesAccess a diverse range of cosmetic science courses offered by IFSCC Member Societies.
- Job BoardsExplore job opportunities in cosmetic science through our member societies' dedicated job boards.
- Degree Programs in Cosmetic ScienceDiscover global universities offering degrees in cosmetic science and related fields.
- Non-Degree ProgramsFind flexible non-degree courses in cosmetic science provided by institutions worldwide.
- Regulatory AgenciesGlobal and national governmental cosmetic regulatory agencies.
Benefactors
Congresses

About
- About IFSCCA worldwide federation dedicated to international cooperation in cosmetic science and technology.
- GovernanceDiscover the structure and leadership of the IFSCC, guided by its Council and Praesidium.
- Awards ProgramExplore IFSCC's prestigious awards that honor excellence in cosmetic science.
Members
- Membership & BenefitsBecome part of a global community of cosmetic science professionals, with access to exclusive resources, events, and collaboration opportunities.
- DirectoryExplore our global network of 48 member societies across 78 countries.
Education
- WebinarsGain access to webinars featuring global experts - live sessions and recorded access for IFSCC Members.
- IFSCC Educational ProgramsIFSCC's on-site programs bring expert-led cosmetic science education directly to member societies worldwide.
- MagazineRead our peer-reviewed quarterly publication featuring cutting-edge cosmetic science research.
News
Resources
- Educational Courses offered by Member SocietiesAccess a diverse range of cosmetic science courses offered by IFSCC Member Societies.
- Job BoardsExplore job opportunities in cosmetic science through our member societies' dedicated job boards.
- Degree Programs in Cosmetic ScienceDiscover global universities offering degrees in cosmetic science and related fields.
- Non-Degree ProgramsFind flexible non-degree courses in cosmetic science provided by institutions worldwide.
- Regulatory AgenciesGlobal and national governmental cosmetic regulatory agencies.
Benefactors
Congresses

Past Webinar

Sustainability & Circular Economy in Cosmetics: Life Cycle Thinking

2024 Maison G de Navarre winner

Kerry-Anne Viljoen presents her winning essay on sustainability and the circular economy in cosmetic formulations with a focus on life cycle thinking. She brakes down common misconceptions, discusses the complexities of sustainable ingredient sourcing, packaging and production, and highlights how circular economies can be incorporated.

Presenter/s

Kerry-Anne Viljoen, R&D Chemist, Environ Skin Care

Date/s

Wednesday, 26 March 2025

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