Scientific conference and industry expo close on a high note

HPCI South Africa featured 25 exhibitors representing 87 international companies. It was attended by more than 500 buyers from the personal care and home care markets, who were equally satisfied with this premiere event.

The expo is based on the concept of knowledge exchange, business interaction and networking, providing a platform for suppliers and buyers to come together and discuss new products and respective needs.

Organised by SOFW Journal and Vincentz Network, HPCI South Africa has set a target to become a leading industry expo on the African continent for personal and home care.

Exhibitors included AMA Laboratories, Ayanda African Oils, Brenntag South Africa, Carst & Walker SA, CJP Chemicals, Croda SA, Cosmetic Ingredients colocated with Quantum Colours, Dia-Stron, DST Cosmeceutical Platform, Evonik Industries, Fourchem, Kaza Natural Oils, Millchem, Mireuxus, Orkila South Africa, Protea Chemicals, Savannah Fine Chemicals, Solvay Polymers & Chemicals, Symrise, The Care Co., Unicare Ingredients and Vantage Specialty Chemicals.

Scientific conference

In addition to the show, the Coschem annual scientific conference offered an extensive programme of lectures focusing on the dissemination of scientific information. Local and international presenters shared papers outlining research and development in the cosmetics industry and new materials that can be brought to market.

Based on the theme of ‘innovating the possibility, the conference is central to the ongoing development of the African cosmetics industry. Wayne van Wyk of Vantage and chairperson of the scientific committee has been organising the scientific conference for the past 20 years.

This year also marks his 20th yearas chairperson.

René Spada of Evonik South Africa and the president of Coschem, comments: ‘Coschem plays a key role in driving targeted strategies for innovation in Africa, in ensuring the needs of consumers are understood and met through the use of targeted formulations. It is our responsibility to assist consumers to embrace their individuality, accept what’s unique to them and be proud of it.’

Based on feedback received on the conference, delegates said the scientific programme was professional, informative and included a range of diverse topics and professional presenters. The full list of presentations is included in Table 1.

DAY ONE

Recent Developments of Sunscreens: UV or Light Protection by Juergen Lademann, Charite- Universitaetsmedizi Berlin, Germany

Intellectual Property, Indigenous Knowledge, and the Biodiversity Act Effect on Cosmetic Product Development by Janusz Luterek, Hahn & Hahn, South Africa

An Indigenous South African Plant Targeting Antibiotic Resistance and the Pathogenic Factors associated with Acne Vulgaris by Isa Lambrechts, University of Pretoria, South Africa

Stop Motion: Languages of City Life: Architectural Fabric and Facets of Human Existence by Hugh Fraser, Paragon Architects, South Africa

A Multi-Lamellar Encapsulated form of Retinol proves Superiority in Formulation Stability, Skin Penetration and Superior Skin Rejuvenating Results by Caroline Cochrane, The Care Co., South Africa

The Role of Fermentation and Natural Actives in the Wrinkle Revolution by Bianca Fibrich, University of Pretoria, South Africa

Enduring Care and Protection for Damaged Hair by Vinayak Rupnar, Dow Chemical IMEA GmbH, Dubai

If Continuous Visualisation of Facial Skin Hydration is the Ideal - How can we Assess in Regular Practice? by Beverley Summers, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa

Microorganisms in Cosmetics - Species, Resistances and Vulnerability by Vanessa Lahn, Evonik Nutrition & Care, Germany

The African Opportunity by Beverley Gardner, Skyem Consulting, South Africa

Clinical Efficacy Assessments to Evaluate Skin Barrier Repair and Protection Claims by Anina van der Walt, Lumen Regulatory Solutions, South Africa

Choice is Beautiful – Creating the Texture you like while Reducing the Amount of Ingredients by Petra Kudla, Momentive Performance Materials, Germany

Importance of Standards of Essential Oils in South Africa used in the Cosmetic Industry by Karen Swanepoel, SA Essential Oil Producers Association, South Africa

Tailored Replenishment for Damaged African Hair by Lumbi Moyo, Croda, South Africa

DAY TWO

Keynote Address – Innovating with Minimally Disruptive Formulations (MDF) by Tony O’ Lenick, Siltech LLC, USA, IFSCC International Speaker Programme

Halymenia Durvillei: Interest of the Alga for Skin Stressed by Exposome by Edith Filaire, Greentech, France

A Jar is Born by Sean Kirkham, Teqal, South Africa

Processed Probiotics, the new revolution for a healthy beauty: Lactobacillus Plantarum Heal 19 by Ev Suess, Symrise, Germany

3D Innovative Epidermis Models as a New Tool to Assess Tolerance of Cosmetic Ingredients for Specific Applications by Anna Mommeja, Seppic, France

Kinetic Study of Scalp Sensitivity Symptoms that occur on the Scalp of African Women during Three Weeks, after a Single Wash using a Neutral Shampoo by Poonam Sewraj, L’Oréal, South Africa