Speaker

Elena Zanca

Head of R&D and Innovation, Hair Care

Davines Group, Italy

Biography

Biotechnologist and cosmetic scientist, currently serving as Head of Research, Development, and Innovation – Hair Care at Davines SpA. With over ten years of experience in the cosmetics industry, I specialize in the development of innovative hair care products, integrating biotechnological approaches and bioactive ingredients. I hold degrees in Industrial Biotechnology (University of Parma) and Cosmetic Science and Technology (University of Ferrara). I have contributed to academic research on enzymatic and oligopeptide-based technologies as sustainable alternatives in hair treatments and have co-supervised master’s theses in this field. Some work has been published in Cosmetic Technology and presented at international conferences such as the European Rheology Conference. I also regularly lecture on cosmetic product development at the Universities of Bologna and Ferrara, helping to bridge the gap between scientific research and industrial innovation