đź“Ť New York City, United States
📅 21 May 2026 | 8:00 am – 7:00 pm (ET)
Venue: Javits Center
Format: In-person & online (rebroadcast)
Organised by: Independent Beauty Association (IBA) – in conjunction with NYSCC Suppliers’ Day
Event overview
The Cosmetics Convergence Spring 2026: Meet the Regulators conference will bring together U.S. federal and state regulatory authorities and leaders from the beauty and personal care industry for a full day of direct exchange.
This hybrid event is designed to foster open dialogue on the regulatory frameworks shaping today’s cosmetics and personal care landscape. Participants will gain direct insights from regulators, engage in discussions on compliance challenges, and explore practical implications for the industry.
The conference aims to strengthen understanding between regulators and industry stakeholders while addressing key topics such as enforcement priorities, state-level developments, ingredient restrictions, and emerging compliance requirements.
Who should attend ?
Beauty brands, founders and manufacturers
Regulatory and legal professionals
R&D and product development teams
Marketing and claims specialists
Testing laboratories and consultants
Industry executives managing regulatory risk
Why attend
Direct access to U.S. federal and state regulators
Insights into current enforcement priorities and expectations
Updates on key regulatory developments (including state-level initiatives and ingredient regulations)
Practical guidance on compliance preparedness
Networking opportunities with industry and regulatory stakeholders
Registration
This event is organised by IBA, a member of the Global Cosmetics Cluster, contributing to the strengthening of international dialogue and cooperation on regulatory and compliance matters within the cosmetics industry.