Grand Opening of South India's First-Ever Gathering for Cosmetics, Personal Care & Homecare Industries

Chennai, 30 August 2024: The Cosmetics Ingredients Expo kicked off with a grand opening today, marking a significant milestone as South India's first-ever event of its kind. The expo, which is being held at the Chennai Trade Centre, was inaugurated by key dignitaries and industry leaders, setting the tone for two days of unparalleled innovation, networking, and learning.

Chaitali Davangeri, Director, Future Market Events shared “The exceptional response from participants and the quality of interactions on day one underscore the event’s importance as a key platform for industry professionals. It’s a must-attend for everyone in the industry”

Dr. Renuka Thergaonkar, Director, R&D Global Consultants added “Being part of the Cosmetics Ingredients Expo has been a remarkable experience. The expo is a game-changer for the South Indian market as it brings together top industry professionals and cutting-edge innovation on one platform.”

Conference Takeaways

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:

• Dr. Mr. C. K. Kumaravel, Co-founder and CMD of Naturals India
• Dr. Sunil Bambarkar, Managing Director of Gattefosse India
• Dr. Maneesh Paul, Founder and CSO - Microvima & Cymbiotics Biopharma
• Dr. Prabodh Halde, Head Regulatory at Marico Ltd
• Dr. Renuka Thergaonkar, Director of R & D Global Consultants
• Mr. R. Pon Kumar, Deputy Director and Regional Officer of Indian Institute of Packaging

The conference covered a wide range of topics including Current Trends in Personal and Homecare Products, Trends in Functional Cosmetic Ingredients and Current Technological Advances.

Innovation Zone & Innovation Awards

The Innovation Zone was another major attraction, where visitors had the chance to explore some of the most forward-thinking products and solutions in the cosmetics industry. The day culminated in the much-anticipated Innovation Awards ceremony, which honored the most groundbreaking products in the Personal Care, Homecare, and Finished Product Categories. The winners in these categories were: ILA Biomarine, Barentz India, Galaxy Surfactants, Milliken & Company and Arihant Innochem, Aurv Organics Private Limited, and VR Derma Private Limited.

Bustling Show Floor

Leading companies such as Activeman Specialities, Amvigor Organics, Arihant Innochem, Barentz, Connell Caldic, Fine Organics, Galaxy Surfactants, ILA Biomarine, Koel Colors, Mascot Spincontrol India, NV Organics, Pharmacos, United Descaler & many others showcased their latest products and innovations, attracting a wide audience of trade buyers, manufacturers, and industry professionals, making Day 1 a vibrant hub for innovations.

Mr. Yogesh Kalra, Vice President, Business Creation, Galaxy Surfactants, said, “Participating in the Cosmetics Ingredients Expo highlights our dedication to understanding our customers' needs and delivering innovative solutions. As India's specialty chemical and personal care sectors evolve with rising demand for sustainable products, this event is crucial in shaping the future.”

Mr. Jinesh Shah, Managing Director, Arihant Innochem expressed: “The response today has been exceptional, far surpassing our expectations. Day 1 offered us invaluable opportunities to connect with potential clients and showcase our latest innovations.”

Mr. Sanjay Tawakley, Director, Chemspark added: “We’re delighted with the event’s turnout and the level of interest among the attendees. This platform is fantastic for connecting with industry leaders and exploring new business opportunities in Southern India which is a hub of innovations & innovative products”

Don't Miss the Excitement on Day 2!

As we look forward to Day 2, the excitement continues to build. Get ready to witness interactive workshops designed to provide hands-on experience with the latest techniques and formulations, as well as continued opportunities for networking.

For show information contact: Kumudini Bodha; +91-9833326239 , [email protected]