Discover the expert voices driving innovation in skin science and longevity

Published: 3-Mar-2026
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A*STAR Skin Research Lab, Procter & Gamble and more: Experts to explore diverse perspectives and cutting-edge research at this year's Anti-Ageing Skin Care Conference

Taking place at the Royal College of Physicians on 23-24 June, the Anti-Ageing Skin Care Conference will take place over two days, offering the latest insights from leading brands and experts within the industry as well as unparalleled networking opportunities.

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The two-day conference will cover topics such as healthy ageing, consumer and technology trends, the science of biomarkers and much more. 

Discover the expert voices driving innovation in skin science and longevity

With a host of expert doctors and academics lined up to speak, take a look at some featured speakers below:

  • Dr Katerina Steventon, Scientific Programme Director, UK
  • Prof Rachael Watson, Executive Director, A*STAR Skin Research Labs and the Skin Institute of Singapore, Singapore | Topic: The skin: A window of opportunity for healthy ageing?
  • Dr Nukhet Cavusoglu, L’Oreal R&I, Head of High-Throughput Biology and Diagnostic Platform, France | Topic: The science of biomarkers, when longevity becomes the new beauty quest and biological age the new metrics
  • Michael Hoptroff, R&D Manager, Unilever, UK | Topic: The Microbiome of Skin Ageing
  • Andrew McDougall, Director of Insights, Beauty & Personal Care, Mintel | Topic: Consumer and technology trends shaping the next era of longevity skincare
  • Dr Claudia Aguirre, Founder and Principal, doctorclaudia | Topic: NICE Skin: The Brain–Gut–Skin System
  • Dr Katja Bartsch, Postdoctoral researcher at the Technical University of Munich | Topic: Beyond the Skin: Fascia as Emerging Target Tissue in Longevity and Well-Being
  • Dr Ardeshir Bayat, Physician-Scientist (MD, PhD), South African Medical Research Council | Topic: Skin Is Not Ageing. Regulation Is! Decoding Biodesynchronosis in Skin Ageing
  • Professor Paul Matts, Retired R&D Vice President, Procter & Gamble

The 2026 edition promises to be an unmissable event for industry professionals, bringing together exclusive research and expert insights. All presentations from the two-day event will be recorded and made available for purchase in July. For a full list of sponsors and exhibitors, please visit the official conference website here.

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