The Korean Society of Cosmetic Scientists, led by President Hwang Jae-sung, announced on May 15 that it will host the 2026 Spring Academic Conference at the Grand Ballroom 3F, Hall Halla of Seoul Dragon City in Yongsan. This event is set to align education and industry insights, creating a vital platform for professionals seeking to navigate the evolving landscape of cosmetic science.
The conference schedule begins at 9:40 AM with an address by Professor Park Joon-sung from Chungbuk National University, focusing on the "Research Ethics Guide for Contributors to the Korean Journal of Cosmetic Science." This establishes a baseline for integrity in publishing, crucial for maintaining the academic rigor necessary for industry stakeholders. The morning keynote features Professor Sung Geun-yong from Hallym University discussing the paradigm shift in drug and cosmetic development spanning from animal models to micro-physiological systems. Such insights will inform businesses about innovative pathways and potential applications.
Furthermore, Kim Min-woo from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety will introduce the AI Review Support System and its implications for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications. This segment reflects the increasing integration of technology in regulatory processes, impacting operational efficiency for companies navigating compliance challenges within the beauty industry.
The afternoon session will introduce an AI division alongside discussions on materials, formulations, evaluations, clinical applications, and safety regulations across eight subfields, featuring a total of 18 presentations. This broad spectrum mirrors market demand for interdisciplinary approaches, signaling a shift toward holistic strategies in research and development.
Additionally, a Poster Presentation will showcase 114 entries in the Grand Ballroom's Hall Halla lobby and Hall Shinra, with awards for outstanding contributions sponsored by advanced beauty science companies. Recognizing excellence not only fosters innovation among researchers but also enhances the credibility and recognition of collaborative advances in cosmetic science.
Pre-registration for the 2026 Spring Academic Conference is open until May 8 through the Korean Society of Cosmetic Scientists' website, with on-site registration available on May 15, exclusively accepting cash payments. This streamlined registration process may influence attendance rates and represents an effort to optimize participant engagement. Moreover, three companies—26_1 Biosolutions, 26_2 Huin Biome, and 26_3 Intec—will display at promotional exhibition booths, providing opportunities for networking and collaboration among key industry players.
The questions surrounding innovation, regulatory frameworks, and educational integrity discussed at this conference emphasize the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in the beauty industry. Attendees are encouraged to contact the Society’s secretariat at 02-6713-1968 or via email at scsk1968@naver.com for additional inquiries.
