The Cosmetic Victories 2026: Discover the 6 Finalists Shaping the Future of Cosmetic Innovation
We are proud to unveil the six finalists of The Cosmetic Victories 2026.
Last Thursday, our international scientific jury, composed of renowned experts and researchers from around the world, met online to evaluate the applications and select the projects that best embody scientific excellence, bold innovation and the dynamic evolution of cosmetic research worldwide.
Out of nearly 100 applications from across the globe, six outstanding projects were selected around this year’s theme:
“Scientific progress powering sustainability in the cosmetics sector.”
Academic Research Prize
From Biology to Beauty: Primary Cilia-Driven Cosmetics for Immune Memory Regulation and Sustainable Innovation
Project led by Manami Toriyama – Osaka University – Japan
Nature’s Imprint on the Skin: A Next-Generation Cosmetic Solution
Project led by Anuja Das – Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour – France
EmuLig: A Multifunctional Lignin-Based Emulsifier for Sustainable Cosmetic Formulations
Project led by Giovana Colucci – Instituto Politécnico de Bragança – Portugal
Industrial Innovation Prize
Development of a Range of Functional Agents Based on French-Sourced Duckweed
Project led by Bastien Hermen Bastien – Lemna Labs – France
Sustainable Multifunctional Biosurfactants from Circular Bio-Resources for Cosmetic Formulations
Project led by Joana Almeida – Surfactinnov – Portugal
Microbial Exopolysaccharides
Project led by Isabel Álvarez-Martos – CELLUGY® – Denmark
Once again, the diversity of profiles, institutions and countries highlights the truly international dimension of The Cosmetic Victories.
We warmly congratulate all nominees for the remarkable quality of their work and their contribution to advancing cosmetic science.
Save the date: April 13, 2026
The two winners will be selected by the industrial jury during the official Award Ceremony, to be held on April 13, 2026 in Paris.
This special evening will celebrate scientific excellence and innovation, followed by a networking cocktail bringing together researchers, industry leaders and professionals from the global cosmetics sector.
👉 Secure your seat now by clicking here.
The Cosmetic Victories is organized with the support of the Cosmetic Valley Endowment Fund, in partnership with ESSEC Business School and the Global Cosmetics Cluster.