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The Florida chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists is excited to announce the dates and venue for our 2025 Sunscreen SymposiumTM.  Historically, this event draws hundreds of cosmetic industry professionals from around the world, highlights the latest scientific developments in the industry, provides a forum to discuss updates in global regulations, and offers industry professionals an opportunity to learn more about the latest developments in sun care through technical presentations, exhibits, posters, networking and more! 

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Just Announced: 

2025 Sunscreen SymposiumTM  dates:

September 18th, 2025: Complimentary Educational Course for all registered Symposium Attendees, Optional Golf Outing, Exhibitor Setup (afternoon only), Welcome Cocktail Reception

September 19th, 2025: Exhibitor Hall & Exhibits Open, Podium Presentations, Evening Gala Event

September 20th, 2025: Exhibitor Hall & Exhibits Open, Podium Presentations

 

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2025 Podium Presentations: 

  • Call for Abstracts -- Dec 1st, 2024
  • Window for Podium Abstracts closes -- February 21st, 2025
  • Podium Abstract Submitters notified -- by March 31st, 2025

 

2025 Poster Presentations:

  • Call for Abstracts -- April 2nd, 2025
  • Window for Poster Abstracts closes -- May 23rd, 2025
  • Poster Abstract Submitters notified -- by June 6th, 2025

 

  

TOPICS OF INTEREST *

1. Efficacy Currently available UVB/UVA filters by region; materials or processes that improve efficacy; instrumentation or software that aids in predictability; misinformation surrounding sunscreen efficacy

2. Testing Methodologies - Accepted FDA and ISO SPF and / or UVA protection test methods

3. Safety and Quality - considering people and the environment; addressing misinformation around sunscreen product safety, ingredient safety and consumer trust; retailer "no" lists

4. Formulating efficacious, cosmetically acceptable and inclusive sunscreen products

5. Regulatory / Registration requirements for marketing sunscreen products globally

6. Sustainability efforts and advances; measuring sustainability efforts across the entire value chain

7. Freedom to Operate / Patent Protection 

*However, FLSCC Board will review all abstracts of relevance to the sunscreen industry.   Thank you for your interest.

 

 

THANK YOU to all of our 

AMAZING 2023 VOLUNTEERS! 




 

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