6th Annual Beauty and Personal Care Innovations India Summit 2026

India's beauty and personal care market is entering a pivotal growth phase, expanding to an estimated ranging from 48.7 USD to over 61.5 USD billion by 2030 with strong premiumisation, science-driven consumer expectations, and rapid digital adoption. Global and domestic brands are accelerating innovation in multi-benefit skincare, inclusive haircare, K/J-beauty inspired actives, longevity science, and clinically proven formulations. With rising demand for dermatologist-led, ingredient-first products, R&D teams are leveraging advanced formulation science, AI-enabled development tools, and improved clinical methodologies to shorten NPD cycles while ensuring efficacy, stability, and sensorial excellence.

Regulatory transformation is reshaping the operating landscape, with the Cosmetics (Amendment) Rules 2025 strengthening licensing, labelling, and claims substantiation, while India's formal SPF/UVA testing standards mark a milestone for suncare safety and credibility. EU's expanded fragrance-allergen rules and India's push for transparency deepen the need for harmonised global regulatory strategies. Simultaneously, EPR packaging regulations and recyclability norms for 2024-25 demand circular design, traceable supply chains, and robust compliance systems, pushing brands to rethink packaging materials, compatibility, safety and sustainability from the formulation stage onward.

Innovation is accelerating across the ecosystem - rising domestic patent filings, the growth of bio-actives and delivery technologies, and greater collaboration between labs, formulators, and digital-first brands. However, scaling remains a challenge as D2C players face profitability pressures, complex supply chains, and evolving consumer expectations. Against this backdrop, the 6th Annual Beauty & Personal Care Innovations India Summit 2026 will provide a focused platform to decode market shifts, regulatory updates, emerging science, AI-driven efficiencies, and the future of sustainable, consumer-centric beauty equipping industry leaders with the insights and tools needed to build the next era of breakthrough Indian BPC innovation.

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Topic Highlights

  • Progress in Indian Cosmetics Regulation 2.0 - What's Next?
  • Fragrance regulations - India and global regulations (EU), allergen and labelling
  • Innovation with purpose: Designing breakthrough products with consumer- centric R&D
  • Influence of K-beauty & J-beauty on product innovation in India
  • Efficacy vs sensoriality - The balance challenge
  • The new suncare paradigm: Claims, regulation, clinical testing & consumer transparency

Key Takeaways

  • Clarity on India's evolving cosmetics regulation 2.0
  • New-age formulation, fragrance & multi benefit innovation strategies
  • Readiness for packaging EPR, recycling & circularity compliance
  • Understanding IPR, patent trends & the innovation pipeline
  • Insights into inclusive beauty: Hair, skin & diverse consumer needs
  • The new suncare paradigm & scientific validation
  • How AI, digital tools & data accelerate NPD & product safety
  • The Future of beauty: Longevity, D2C challenges & integrated sustainability

Who Will You Meet?

Functional Heads of:

  • Product Development
  • Product Category
  • Packaging
  • Research & Development
  • Regulatory Affairs
  • Sustainability
  • QA/QC
  • Strategy
  • Supply Chain
  • Sourcing & Procurement
  • Marketing
  • Consumer insights
  • Formulation experts
  • Raw Material & Ingredients
  • Consultants

Why Should You Attend?

  • To network and leverage latest trends, tangible, and practical of the industry
  • Opportunities to network with your peers and share perspectives from different segments of personal care
  • To review approaches from leaders in innovating new products, reinvigorating existing ones with innovations, and how to enhance the segments further
  • To identify the right technologies beneficial for the beauty and personal care industry
  • To identify the potential challenges posed by future trends in beauty & personal care.
  • Business opportunities

Testimonials


The conference was truly impressive, covering 90% of the key topics in the industry. It’s a must-attend event with engaging sessions and interesting insights. The overall arrangements were excellent
Aashika Jain
Sr. Manager - NPD
Lykis Limited
The conference provided an excellent overview of innovative technologies in the cosmetics industry, along with valuable insights into regulatory requirements, quality standards, and claim substantiation. It also shed light on emerging market trends and channels like D2C, making it a comprehensive learning experience
Kawita Kanoje
Co - Founder, Partner, Technology Director
PATHtoIP LLP, Pune
The sessions were truly worth attending, offering invaluable insights from industry legends and renowned scientists in the cosmetics field. The guidance on various topics was immense, and it was a privilege to meet and learn from experts who have been shaping the industry for years.
Mohini Kute
Deputy Manager - R & D
Kaya Limited
The conference featured great speakers and a highly niche audience, making the sessions truly impactful. It was a pleasant surprise to see active participation from everyone across both days!
Prayank Khandelwal
Deputy
Photon Legal
A fantastic platform to connect with innovative startups and young entrepreneurs, while also learning from the experiences of established industry leaders. Truly inspiring and enriching!
Sravanthi Kota
Sr. Research Associate,
ITC Ltd.
An excellent conference with great networking opportunities! It provided an outstanding platform to gain valuable insights into new innovations and emerging trends in the industry.
Neeraja Kuriakose
Scientist - R & D (Personal Care),
Mane Kancor Ingredients
The conference offered a focused setting with a limited number of participants, allowing for more meaningful interactions. The active involvement of attendees enhanced the discussions. However, it would be great to include topics like oral care in future editions and incorporate brief feedback sessions for each discussion.
Dr. Sandhya Shrivastava
Director
Bhavan's Research Centre
Attending this conference is a truly transformative experience, providing valuable knowledge, exceptional networking opportunities, and endless inspiration. It’s a platform to learn, connect, and collaborate with industry leaders, fostering both personal and professional growth in the beauty and personal care sector.
Shaily Tripathi
Research Analyst,
Anzalp Herbal Products Pvt. Ltd.
The summit was highly informative, offering a wonderful opportunity to hear from and meet the key leaders driving the cosmetics industry in India. The interactive sessions made the experience even more engaging and valuable
Ajit Pawar
DGM R & D
Hygienic Research Institute