Cosmetic 360 Trade Show Sets 2026 Theme as 'Regenerations'

The Cosmetic 360 trade show has announced the theme for its 2026 edition. Organized by Cosmetic Valley, the event will host 260 exhibitors from over 20 countries for its 12th edition, expecting more than 5,800 industry decision-makers from 70 nations.

This year's gathering will operate under the banner "Regenerations, Act for Positive Impact". The theme aims to spotlight solutions across the cosmetics value chain, from regenerative agriculture and next-generation ingredients to product design and scientific breakthroughs. According to the organizers, it represents a shift towards innovations that create a lasting positive impact.

"With Regenerations, Cosmetic 360 celebrates innovation that goes beyond preserving existing resources," says Franckie Béchereau, Director of Cosmetic 360. It is about restoring ecosystems, renewing materials, regenerating skin, reinventing industrial models and creating a lasting positive impact.

The theme will be explored through five dedicated zones, a conference program, an innovation route highlighting relevant exhibitors, and a special Regenerations, Jury’s Favourite Award presented during the event's awards ceremony.

Conference Program Highlights

The two-day conference program will feature six major sessions delving into the Regenerations concept. These sessions are designed to cover the entire cosmetic innovation spectrum, from raw materials to industrial processes.

New Features for 2026

A dedicated Nutricosmetics Zone will debut, exploring a market segment reportedly expected to reach 300 billion euros by 2030. The zone will shows the full value chain, from ingredient suppliers like Roelmi HPC to formulation experts like Phytéo.

Greentech will present the second chapter of its Biotechnologies 2045 foresight project. This immersive experience promises to reveal visionary cosmetic innovations inspired by future scientific and societal advances.

Other new collaborative concepts include The Innovative Menu by IBG x Centdegrés, designed to accelerate decision-making among experts. The Start-up Village will feature 38 emerging companies for pitches and networking.

International Participation and Events

The event will feature strong international representation. Collective pavilions from Korea and China will shows Asian innovations, including a dedicated C-Beauty Zone for trendy Chinese brands. The show will also celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Global Cosmetics Cluster, a network of 17 international industry clusters.

International delegations from countries including Thailand, Morocco, and the United States are confirmed to attend. Major industry players like Estée Lauder, L’Oréal, and LVMH Recherche will also be present.

The Cosmetic 360 Awards Ceremony is scheduled for October 14th. A jury composed of members of the professional trade press will reward the best innovations on display. The event week will conclude with a private gala evening at La Maison de L’Amérique Latine, offering an immersive atmosphere with Latin American music for industry networking.