The world innovation show for perfumery and cosmetics, COSMETIC 360, celebrated its 10ᵉ anniversary on 15, 16 and 17 October 2024, at the prestigious Carrousel du Louvre in Paris.
Created in 2015 by the COSMETIC VALLEYThis year, the sector's key event brought together players from all five continents to explore and promote the innovations that are shaping the future of cosmetics.
A unique international competition of excellence
To mark this anniversary, the COSMETIC 360 committee organised the the first international competition for cosmetics excellence. This initiative brought together 14 pavilions representing the cosmetics ecosystems of different territories around the world. Each region defended its colours and showcased its dynamism by highlighting four major themes the trainingthe public researchthe local initiatives and the traditional know-how.
This competition, rich in discoveries and exchanges, offered participants the opportunity to discover innovative approaches from diverse cultures and practices.
French Guiana, a key player in cosmetics innovation
Member of the COSMETIC VALLEY cluster since 2021, University of Guyana (UG)represented by Ghislaine Prévot (University Professor of Biochemistry and Microbiology) and Rudy Covis (Senior Lecturer in Chemistry and Process Engineering), plays an active role on the Cosmetic Valley's Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Board.
Guyana shone at this year's event thanks to a dynamic delegation comprising :
- Rudy Covis (University of Guyana),
- Alysson Marigard (Guyane Développement Innovation - Cosmetic Valley Guyane),
- Célestin Nitkowsky (Biostratège),
- Marie Haven (Feel'in Bio Cosmetic).
The players involved in the region, although some are absent, have also contributed to Guyana's reputation: Amewat (Joanna Demontis), Yana-Farm (Muriel Zaho)and Elayane (Berthilde Achille)to name but a few.
Highlights of the show
COSMETIC 360 2024 brought together the world leaders in the beauty, aesthetics and perfumery sectors, offering an exceptional platform for discovering :
- The latest technological advances,
- Emerging trends,
- Innovative solutions for the entire industry: raw materials, formulations, testing and analysis, packaging, equipment, finished products and distribution.
In addition to the exhibitions, the show was marked by a grand opening evening on 15 October, enabling each region to present its ecosystem and encourage enriching exchanges with participants from all over the world.
A decade of innovation and international influence
In just ten years, COSMETIC 360 has established itself as a leading a strategic event for the global cosmetics industry. The 2024 edition, rich in exchanges and discoveries, demonstrated the central role of innovation in this constantly evolving sector.
Through its active participation and talent, French Guiana continues to strengthen its position as a key player in the global cosmetics ecosystem, while promoting its natural resources and unique expertise.
See you in 2025 for a new, even more inspiring and innovative COSMETIC 360!
