SEOUL - The Estee Lauder Companies' (ELC) recently convened its inaugural Scientific Advisory Board Meeting on the headlined topic in Seoul, South Korea to garner insights on relevant dermatological science and practices, and strengthen collaborations with Asia-based dermatologists. The meeting convened 6 renowned dermatologists as well as leaders from across ELC's Asia R&D and Innovation teams to discuss how to bridge the latest regional trends in dermatological procedures with skin care products for optimal beauty results.
The Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) meeting featured 4 influential dermatologists from Korea and 2 from China, all renowned for their expertise in dermatological procedures. Four of them are women, demonstrating ELC's strong commitment to women in STEM. During the meeting, the advisory board members, together with ELC scientists:
- Shared insights into the latest trends in dermatological procedures in both Korea and China, and discussed the impact of these procedures on the skin, especially on Asian skin
- Highlighted the positive role skin care products can play in the period before and/or after dermatological procedures
- Presented clinical study results on ELC products for post-procedure use and outlined plans for future studies
- Delved into the principles, approaches, and practices of using skin care products for dermatological procedures, and shared suggestions for ELC's future study plans in the panel discussion session
"At ELC, our commitment to innovation is perpetually fueled by a multidisciplinary scientific approach, drawing upon insights and knowledge from the broad scientific and clinical community," said Jane Anders, Senior Vice President of Asia Innovation, R&D, Product Development, and Packaging Development. "The regional dermatologists on our scientific advisory board play a pivotal role in ensuring our strategic direction and scientific and clinical research are aligned to deliver innovations that both drive market trends and cater to locally relevant consumer demands."
The dermatological procedure market in East Asia, has experienced significant growth and evolution, propelled by a convergence of factors including heightened awareness, technological advancements, and evolving beauty standards. For example, Korea boasts a sophisticated and innovative dermatological procedure market that sets trends within the beauty industry, spanning skin rejuvenation, anti-aging, and body contouring.
"Effective skin care products are crucial in helping optimize the outcome of dermatological procedures by soothing the skin as well as enabling faster barrier recovery," noted Dr. Heisung Kim, Chair of the Department of Dermatology and Itch Clinic at Incheon St. Mary's Hospital and Professor of Dermatology at The Catholic University of Korea. "I am thrilled at this opportunity today where we share our insights. Through collaborative efforts, we will be able to offer new innovative products tailored to the specific needs of our patients."
In addition to the wealth of scientific knowledge acquired and the collaborative opportunities identified through the lively exchange and discussions during the meeting, the Scientific Advisory Board also agreed to host its 2nd meeting in China early next year. Looking forward, the company will apply the learning and insights gained from this meeting into its overall innovation, particularly for brands with a strong dermatological heritage, such as Clinique and Dr. Jart+. ELC will continue to collaborate closely with leading dermatologists and experts through various formats of collaboration, enhancing its presence in professional congresses to engage more experts within the dermatological community.
For more than a decade, ELC has collaborated with leading dermatologists globally to shape the company's innovation with expertise and insights derived from dermatological research. ELC scientists from ELC R&D sites across Asia, have partnered with some of the top-tier dermatologists in China including Hong Kong SAR of China, Japan, and Korea, to employ various approaches such as advisory board meetings, fundamental research, and clinical evaluations. Recently, ELC has also participated in dermatological congresses across Asia, including the annual meetings of the JSID (Japanese Society of Investigative Dermatology), the CDA (Chinese Dermatologist Association), and the KSID (Korean Society of Investigative Dermatology), and shared ELC's latest scientific findings at those congresses.
Around the world, ELC is dedicated to cutting-edge science with multidisciplinary expertise ranging from basic science and advanced technologies to the intersections of physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering. The company has 75 years of formulation authority and is deeply integrated into the scientific community, regularly presenting at leading events and publishing in peer-reviewed journals. ELC has a commitment to advancing women in STEM: all of the company's R&D and innovation laboratories worldwide are led by women, and more than half of ELC's scientists, engineers, and technical professionals are women.
About The Estee Lauder Companies
The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world's leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of outstanding luxury and prestige brands globally. The company's products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estee Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M*A*C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, and the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD.
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