Cosmetics Ingredients Expo Marks a Successful Debut in Chennai

Chennai, 5 September 2024: The Cosmetics Ingredients Expo, co-located with the Cospack International Expo, made an impressive debut at the Chennai Trade Centre, attracting 3,172 industry professionals, innovators, and thought leaders from across the cosmetics, personal care, and homecare sectors in Southern India. Over two vibrant days, attendees explored the latest innovations and breakthrough technologies showcased by 100+ top companies such as Activeman Specialities, Amvigor Organics, Arihant Innochem, Azelis, Barentz, Chemspark, Chika, Carechem Corporation, Connell Caldic, DK Specialty Chemicals, Fine Organics, Galaxy Surfactants, ILA Biomarine, Mascot Spincontrol, NV Organics, Purity Polytubes, Ultra International, United Descaler, and many others.

A Show that Redefined the Market

One of the day's key highlights was the conference led by industry experts and well-attended by a large audience of industry professionals. The conference featured a lineup of renowned speakers, including:

Marking the first major cosmetics, personal care and homecare event in Chennai, the expo exceeded expectations with its impact. Ms. Chaitali Davangeri, Director of Future Market Events, reflected on the success, stating, "Launching a show in a new market is always a challenge, but the overwhelming response highlights how vital this expo is for the industry. This event has set the stage for unprecedented collaboration and innovation in this untapped region."

Exhibitors lauded the high footfall and meaningful engagement that the expo provided. Dr. Mohit Lalvani, Managing Director of Mascot Spincontrol, shared, “We were excited to participate in this show, and it has exceeded our expectations. Chennai is a fresh market for us, and this expo demonstrated the immense potential it holds.”

Shailendra Shripannavar, Owner of SSV Enterprises, added, “The expo gave us great exposure to industry’s needs and trends. Chennai has shown immense potential, and we're excited to have been part of this successful launch. We are looking forward to the next year.”

Reji Madathil, Director at Gravity Chemicals & Specialities, added, “The Cosmetics Ingredients Expo exceeded our expectations. The event allowed us to showcase our innovations and connect with key players from the industry. The expo is a must-attend for everyone in the industry.”

Not Just a Trade Show – A Hub for Learning and Opportunities

The co-located Conference & Technical Seminars were a major highlight, featuring an impressive lineup of speakers who addressed key trends and innovations in the cosmetics, personal care, and homecare sectors. Some of the topics discussed included Current Trends in Personal and Homecare Products, Functional Cosmetic Ingredients, Technological Advances, Next-Generation Laundry Powders, and Advancements in Sunscreen Technology, among others.

The Hands-on Workshops were another major highlight, drawing significant attention and offering deep dives into topics like Color Cosmetics, Glass Skin Products, and Cold Process Technologies. Attendees gained practical insights to fuel innovation in their businesses.

Award-Winning Innovations

The Innovation Zone at the expo showcased industry’s most innovative and groundbreaking products and ingredients. The event culminated with the prestigious Innovation Awards Ceremony, celebrating the industry leaders reshaping the future. Honorees included ILA Biomarine, Barentz India, Galaxy Surfactants, Milliken & Company and Arihant Innochem, Aurv Organics, and VR Derma. Neha Ghate, Marketing Manager at ILA Biomarine, reflected on their win “Winning Gold Award in the personal care ingredient category for ALGAKTIV®️ Densidyl: A Breakthrough in Scalp Care at the first edition of the Cosmetics Ingredients International Expo was incredibly rewarding. The expo served as a crucial platform for thought leadership, bringing together a diverse spectrum of industry players—from pioneering start-ups to established market leaders—creating an invaluable space for knowledge exchange and collaboration. The Innovation Zone and hands-on workshops provided deep insights into emerging trends and challenges, setting a

Shashikant Panpaliya, Sr. Manager at Galaxy Surfactants, added, “It was an honor to receive the award for Galaxy Hearth®️ Fabcon in the homecare ingredients category at this prestigious event. The Cosmetics Ingredients Expo provided us with a fantastic platform to showcase our innovations and connect with our partners. We are eager to return next year and continue our journey of innovation.”

Vigneswari Dhamodaran, Director of Aurv Organics Private Limited, said, “We are thrilled to have been recognized for our innovation in sustainable beauty. It was a thought provoking initiative by Future Market Events.The expo gave us the opportunity to present our Kajal with nano-carbo soot to a forward- thinking audience, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. This recognition motivates us to keep pushing boundaries in natural cosmetics.”

Looking Ahead to 2025

“The success of this year's expo has laid a promising foundation for future editions. We’re excited to bring even more learning, networking, and opportunities to the industry at the 2025 edition of the expo.” concluded Ms. Davangeri.

See you next year at Cosmetics Ingredients Expo & Cospack International Expo on 5 & 6 September 2025 at Chennai Trade Centre, Tamil Nadu, held together with Homecare Ingredients Expo. Visit www.cosmetics-ingredientsexpo.com for more information.

For show information: Ms. Chaitali Davangeri, +91-9892165683 , [email protected]

For PR and marketing: Ms. Mahjabin Shahzad, +91-9910997636,, , [email protected]