TAGS: Skin Care
Mary Kay Inc. has continued its decades-long commitment to skin science research by revealing the results of multiple groundbreaking studies and fostering academic discussion with industry peers at scientific symposiums around the globe.
Applications of Skin Microbiome
The company attended the 73
rd Society of Cosmetic Chemists Meeting in New York City, where the brand sponsored, collaborated, and explored applications of skin microbiome with leading experts in the field.
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New research suggests that microbes play an important role in overall skin health, and as leading skincare innovators, Mary Kay is heavily invested in further exploration of their impact,” said Dr. Lucy Gildea, chief scientific officer at Mary Kay.
SCC Meeting convenes over 1,300 attendees from some of the top cosmetic and personal care brands and manufacturers. Participants are encouraged to engage with speakers presenting the latest research and innovations of interest to cosmetic scientists, exchange ideas with peers, and reconnect with colleagues from around the globe.
Sponsored the Educational Session
Mary Kay sponsored the educational session at the meeting, including topics:
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Quorum Quenching: The New Way to Keep Microbiome Under Control
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Exploring New Applications in Personal Care: Balancing our Skin Microbiota
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Global Microbiome Effects
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Temporal Variation of the Facial Skin Microbiome
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We have a commitment to take an active role in the beauty and scientific communities through participation in global dermatological conferences like the Society of Cosmetic Chemists Meeting, where we can share and learn from other scientific experts to help us develop more effective products,” added Gildea.
In 2019, Mary Kay focused on three pillars in its commitment to skin health, including pollution; skin barrier health and sensitive skin; and the understanding of skin aging and strategies to intervene.
Source: Mary Kay