Cosmetic Sciences

The leading Canadian trade association representing the cosmetics and personal care products industry, represents more than 150 member companies who manufacture, distribute, and supply personal care products marketed in Canada.

A worldwide federation dedicated to international cooperation in cosmetic science and technology that includes 50 societies from 80 countries.

Represents the collective interests of the fragrance industry and ensures best practices in the industry and the safe use of fragrance ingredients and mixtures.

A leading trade association for dietary supplements, natural health and sports nutrition, medical and functional foods, probiotics and natural personal / home care products. Represents more than 700 members.

Ontario-based chapter of cosmetic scientists dedicated to the advancement of cosmetic science.

Society of nearly 6,000 industry professionals across 19 North American chapters.

Cosmetics conferences from around the world are listed chronologically with brief descriptions and website links.

This government program makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.

Government of Ontario guide offering advice regarding how new or existing small businesses can get advice, support and information on government regulations.

A part of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, SBS helps Ontario entrepreneurs access government business information and services.

Canadian government guide listing and describing the steps to consider before operating a business in Canada.

The Pantone Color Institute provides customized color standards, brand identity and product color consulting.

A machine intelligence solution for finding the next big consumer trend; uses publicly available consumer data (anonymous and aggregated) to identify exciting shifts in consumer behavior.

Developed and maintained by scientists and subjectmatter experts, this comprehensive, informational database contains science and safety information on cosmetics and personal care products – how they work, data to corroborate safety and science behind commonly used ingredients.

Provides people with practical solutions to protect themselves and their families from everyday exposures to potentially toxic chemicals in personal care and beauty products; includes easy-to-navigate hazard ratings for nearly 70,000 products and 9,000 ingredients on the market.

Offers the latest information on cosmetic ingredients, legislation, regulations and much more.

Large search engine for technical information on thousands of cosmetic ingredients, formulations, applications, equipment specs and more. Access is free if students use their Seneca email address.

CIR studies individual chemical compounds as they are used in cosmetic products, working with the FDA, the cosmetics industry, and consumers to help keep cosmetics safe.

Offers Canadian information on incident reporting, recalls and alerts, cosmetic information, product safety education and consumer product requirements.

Provides information on laws and regulations that the FDA enforces, as well as guidance for industry and Federal Register documents.

COSMOS certification allows organic / natural products to be commercialized worldwide.

Dedicated to the entire supply chain of the cosmetics industry., this tailor-made fair divided into three different trade shows covering specific industries and distribution channels.

Various annual events around the world connect suppliers of ingredients, fragrances, lab equipment, testing and regulatory solutions with tens of thousands of cosmetic industry professionals.

Includes four events for skincare and makeup suppliers, brands and trend setters in Paris, New-York, Los Angeles and Shanghai.

One of the most important annual events on the industry calendar in North America, showcasing the latest innovations and educational programming, on top of being an excellent networking opportunity.