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The Ohio Valley Chapter of the Society of Cosmetics Chemists (OVSCC) offers ample opportunities to network with industry contacts while having fun.

 

 

OVSCC Q2 Longevity Tech Talk at Fretboard Brewing - Featuring Melissa Bergman

Join the Ohio Valley Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists for our second meeting of the year!

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The OVSCC is excited to host our second quarterly meeting of 2026 at Fretboard Brewing. We welcome all members to join us for a night of dinner, drinks, and a tech talk!

 

 

Date:

Tuesday, June 16th

Time:

5 pm - 9 pm

 

Venue Information:

Fretboard Brewing

5800 Creek Rd Cincinnati, OH

 

Register here: OVSCC at Fretboard Brewing

 

Presentation Details:

Title: Cellular Wellness & Longevity: Protecting the Mitochondrial Network using Biotechnology 

Presenter: Melissa Bergman 

Company: Solabia USA 

Skin aging and its visible signs, such as wrinkles, dark spots, and dull complexion, result  from disruptions in key biological processes. As the conversation in beauty shifts from  reversing visible signs of aging toward promoting skin longevity, there is increasing  emphasis on supporting these biological functions and protecting the cells against  environmental stressors.  

The hallmarks of aging provide an array of possible targets for protecting and supporting  cellular functioning, including the mitochondrial network. The mitochondrial network of the  cell is the system responsible for energy production as well as a key player in regulating  stress responses and maintaining homeostasis. While mitochondrial health is not a brand  new target for cosmetic active ingredients, updated understandings of mitochondrial  dynamics and cellular functioning provide new perspectives into how an active ingredient  can support the well-being of the cell and ultimately, its longevity. 

To demonstrate the connection between mitoc


OVSCC Q1 Techinical Meeting at Dead Low Brewing - Featuring Dr. Chao Zhu

Join the Ohio Valley Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists for our first meeting of the year!

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The OVSCC is excited to host our our first meeting of 2026 at Dead Low Brewing with guest speaker Dr. Chao Zhu from Momentive. We welcome all members to join us for a night of dinner, drinks, and a tech talk!

 

 

Time:

5 pm - 9 pm

 

Venue Information:

Dead Low Brewing, Cincinnati, Ohio

5959 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230

 

Register here: Eventbrite - OVSCC Q1 Technical Meeting at Dead Low Brewing - Featuring Dr. Chao Zhu 

 

Presenter Details & Bio:

Title: Silicones (Elastomer, D5, Particles) Replacement

 

Bio: Dr. Chao Zhu joined Momentive in 2017 and currently serves as the AMR Marketing Manager for the Beauty and Personal Care business. He brings more than a decade of experience from L’Oreal USA and ISP/Ashland, where he worked across R&D, formulation, and application teams to develop and scout products/technologies for hair care, skin care, sun care, and color cosmetics. With a strong foundation in polymer science, supported by his doctoral degree, he brings a blend of scientific depth and market insight to beauty and personal care market.

 


OVSCC Student Night at the Newport Aquarium - Featuring Dr. Rolanda Wilkerson!

Join the Ohio Valley Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists for our annual Student Night

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The OVSCC is excited to host our Student Night at Newport Aquarium with guest speaker Dr. Rolanda Wilkerson from Procter & Gamble. We welcome students from The University of Toledo and The University of Cincinnati to this fun event filled with cosmetic science education, networking, and fish!

 

Time:

6pm-10pm

 

Location Details: 

Newport Aquarium

1 Levee Way

Newport, KY 41071

 

Register Here: 

OVSCC Student Night at Newport Aquarium Tickets, Wed, Nov 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite

 

 


OVSCC August Event - MadTree Oakley Tap Room with Symrise

Evolution of Preservatives: Traditional, Modern, Clean and Green Chemistries

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Register Here!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ovscc-august-event-madtree-oakley-tap-room-with-symrise-tickets-1559527030329?aff=oddtdtcreator

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Happy Hour

6:15 PM - 6:45 PM - Dinner

6:45 PM - 8:00 PM - Presentation and Questions

 



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Save the Date for the remaining 2026 events:

  • September 17th - Formulation Day + Top Golf (Columbus)
  • November 12th - Student Night (Cincinnati)