2019 Annual Scientific Meeting & Technology Showcase

December 17-18, 2019- New York City

The Society of Cosmetic Chemists’ 73rd Annual Scientific Meeting & Technology Showcase is where the world connects for the best cosmetic science education.

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Present in the Technology Showcase

Poster and/or Tabletop

The Technology Showcase provides a forum for those companies serving the personal care industry to present their most recent scientific and technological developments in a poster format.

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Florida Chapter Sunscreen Symposium

Integrating Beauty through Sun care, Anti-Aging, and Skin Cancer Protection

Historically this event draws hundreds of Cosmetic Industry professionals to the Disney Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. The symposium will highlight the latest scientific developments, current regulations and more!

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New Affinity Partner - Genworth

Genworth is excited to work with SCC in helping members address the financial challenges of aging.

With a dedicated team of specialists and diverse options to suit almost any need, Genworth is the largest LTC insurer in the US with more than 1 million policyholders.

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Advancing Cosmetic Science for over 70 Years

Find out how you can participate in our circle of professionals

Membership includes access to cutting-edge continuing education events and a subscription to the Journal of Cosmetic Science, the Official Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists.

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NextGen Initiative

Bridging the gap between young and established professionals

Launched in 2015 to help young professionals and students further their education to attain successful and rewarding careers, SCC NextGen has a mission to provide the necessary skills for career advancement.

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Call for Journal Manuscripts

We invite the submission of papers for the Journal of Cosmetic Science

For authors interested in submitting a manuscript for the Journal of Cosmetic Science, please refer to this guide for submission details and instructions.

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Join/Renew Membership for SCC

Become part of our community of dedicated professional and student members today — join now.

New Members

Download Member ApplicationNew SCC Members may register online or download a writable .PDF membership application and email to Colleen Daddino at cdaddino@scconline.org. All major credit cards are accepted. Please use this form to type all your information. Once complete, please save the file on your computer, then email Colleen Daddino at cdaddino@scconline.org or fax it to (212) 668-1504. The Society prefers typed applications over handwritten for ease of processing. Incomplete applications will delay the processing of your membership.

Existing SCC Members

Current SCC Members can easily renew online. Please take the time to renew your membership today to avoid reinstatement fees and any interruption in benefits.

Support the SCC every time you shop on Amazon!

You can now support the Society of Cosmetic Chemists every time you shop on Amazon! It’s a simple and easy way to...

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2019 Education Courses

From courses scheduled in conjunction with chapters' Suppliers’ Days to free webinars, the SCC has something f...

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Blog

Welcome to the Society of Cosmetic Chemists' blog where we aim to provide you with valuabl...

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Journal of Cosmetic Science

See for yourself why the Journal is the global leader in publishing fundamental papers dealing with Cosmetic Scienc...

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Society News

Candidates for Upcoming National Elections

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Candidates for this year’s National Elections

If you hold a General, Emeritus, or Retired Membership with the Society of Cosmetic Chemists then you are eligible to vote and should make your voice heard in the upcoming SCC National Elections. Below, please note the candidates for Vice President – Elect, Secretary, Area II, III and IV Directors. Once reviewed please use the link emailed to you to vote. Your vote, once recorded, is irrevocable in the online voting system.

Member Spotlight on Andrew Halasz

Andy is a long standing member (since 1983) who was first introduced to the industry as a young boy. Starting out as a QC/QA Chemist, Andrew’s role quickly expanded and is now a well respected industry professional.

Timothy Caulfield to deliver 2019 Frontiers of Science Award Keynote Lecture

Professor Timothy Caulfield is an unrivalled communicator who debunks myths and assumptions about innovation in the health sector — from research on stem cells to diets to alternative medicine — for the benefit of the public and decision-makers. He is a Canada Research Chair in health law and policy, a professor in the Faculty of Law and the School of Public Health, and a research director of the Health Law Institute at the University of Alberta.

Follow the Yellow Brick Road: Introducing the QSAR Paradigm to the Cosmetic Sector (Part 3)

Written by Stanley R. Milstein, Ph.D.   This blog (part 3 of a 3 part series) is a curious and personal tale of how one organic-medicinal chemist, originally steering towards a career in the pharmaceutical or agricultural chemicals industry, found himself, instead, seeking a path to introduce the QSAR Paradigm to the cosmetic industry and, later, to the cosmetic regulatory environment at the U.S.... Read more