Coty has launched its first Scientific Advisory Board to “enhance” the company’s position as a leader in skin science.
The beauty giant’s board will bring together globally renowned scientific experts from diverse technical disciplines to discuss emerging skin care trends and consumer needs.
Members will share “cutting-edge ideas” in a bid to “inform and inspire breakthrough innovations” within Coty’s R&D specialists for its skin care brands.
Brands in Coty’s skin care portfolio include Kylie Skin, Lancaster, Orveda, Philosophy and SKKN by Kim.
“This year marks our 120th anniversary as pioneers in the beauty industry, and I am honoured that such acclaimed scientific minds have agreed to come together to help define the future of Coty skin care as part of our Scientific Advisory Board,” said Coty CEO Sue Nabi.
“Each member has been carefully selected because they are at the forefront of their respective disciplines.
“Their ongoing insights will play a pivotal role as we continue to collaborate and drive skin care innovation forward for the benefit of all our consumers.
Members of Coty’s Scientific Advisory Board include Dr Miriam Merad, Director of Precision Immunology Institute in New York, US; and Dr Emma Guttman, Professor of Dermatology and Immunology in New York, US.
They are joined by Dr Patrick Bui, Head of Plastic Surgery Department American Hospital in Paris, France; Professor Selim Aractingi, Team Leader, Cutaneous Biology Labs, Cochin Institute in Paris, France; and Professor Wei Liu, Dermatologist in Beijing, China.
As well as Professor Deng Xingwang, Professor of Life Science in Beijing, China; and Dr Jaci Santana, Dermatologist in Recife, Brazil.
The Scientific Advisory Board’s first meeting took place at Coty’s Skincare Research & Innovation Center of Excellence in Monaco on 24 September.
Members discussed current themes in skin health and skin repair, as well as providing feedback which will help shape Coty’s R&D initiatives and product innovation strategies across its skin care brands.
Coty said the Scientific Advisory Board will convene twice a year.