SCS Annual Conference, Call for Papers

Conference Theme
The theme of the 2026 Conference is ‘Formulation, Performance Testing & Claims’.

We would like to invite established researchers and PhD students in the cosmetic and affiliated fields to present some of their contemporary research at our SCS Annual Conference.  All abstracts, except those from keynote or invited speakers, should present original research which fits broadly under the theme of the conference.

The SCS will publish the abstracts from the conference in 2026 in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science (our Society’s journal).  If submitted to the journal, your abstract will need to be approved for publication by the journal editorial board (not just the SCS).

All abstracts will be evaluated and selected by our independent Conference Scientific Programme Committee. Results will be communicated to authors within 2 weeks of submissions closing to allow presenters to make travel plans.

There is no fee for abstract submissions.

Please fill in the form below to submit your presentation paper proposal for consideration for inclusion in the scientific programme for SCS Annual Conference 2026.

Download the submission guideline document to assist with your submission.

Deadline for submissions: 10 April 2026.

This year’s conference highlights five main focus areas:

1 – Trends in Formulation Science
2 – Skin Science & Technologies
3 – Hair Products & Appliances
4 – Sensory Benefits & Testing
5 – Breakthrough Claims Testing Methods

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