“Innovation in beauty begins with science, and our conference program showcases how scientific discovery is redefining the future of beauty and personal care,” said Anushka Nadkarni, Chair of NYSCC. “The program is designed to support professionals across the entire innovation pipeline—from discovery in the lab to finished product development and market launch.”

New and Featured Programs Reflect Emerging Industry Trends

Several new and expanded educational features will debut at Suppliers’ Day, along with an unprecedented number of brands speaking, including:

• K-Beauty Immersion & Tour, exploring Korea’s influence on global beauty innovation and formulation trends
• Biodesigned Care, focused on biotechnology-enabled ingredients and next-generation sourcing and development
• Sensory Science Workshop, examining how texture, feel, and perception influence product performance and consumer experience

• Idea Ignition, a new Main Stage program spotlighting emerging concepts
• IFSCC Presents: Where Cosmetic Science is Going Next, highlighting how innovation is expanding beyond traditional formulation work

Together, these programs reflect the industry’s shift toward science-led innovation, where biotechnology, formulation expertise, and consumer insight converge to deliver high-performance products.

The conference will also bring a strong global and regulatory perspective, with sessions addressing evolving compliance requirements, international market opportunities, advanced scientific research from leading industry organizations including SOCMA, and the return of CACPA’s program on China’s ingredient innovations.

Returning educational favorites include Discover Sustainability, Fragrance: The Invisible Art and World of Chemistry, alongside specialized technical tracks presented by the NYSCC Scientific Committee covering DermaBeauty, Hair & Scalp Care, and Microbiome Science.

Two Main Stage keynote conversations will anchor the program. Day one will feature Supergoop! executives discussing how the brand transformed SPF into a daily skincare essential, while day two will feature a conversation with L’Oréal Groupe on collaboration and advanced research driving global innovation.

Education and discovery will extend across the exhibit floor through curated experiences including The Inspiration Hive, Innovations Theater, INDIE 360° Pavilion, Catalyst Corner, Technical Poster Presentations, and The Formulators’ Tour, as well as a live broadcast of NYSCC’s new podcast, The Science Shaping Beauty.

Suppliers’ Day also continues to invest in future industry talent through expanded student and early-career programming, including the Future Chemists Workshop (expanded to two days), University Row, mentorship programs, and a career fair connecting emerging professionals with industry leaders.

A Must-Attend Week of Beauty Experience

Through expanded partnerships with leading industry organizations, Suppliers’ Day is part of a broader “Week of Beauty” in New York City. Programs include SCC CEP courses, NYSCC Industry Awards Night, CEW Connections, and a post-show regulatory forum hosted by the Independent Beauty Association (IBA), reinforcing Suppliers’ Day as a global hub for collaboration and innovation.

With close to 700 exhibitors, the largest exhibit floor in the show’s history, and a comprehensive conference program spanning science, regulation, marketing, and product development, Suppliers’ Day 2026 will provide attendees with a complete view of beauty innovation—from discovery to finished product.

For more information and to view the full conference program, visit:
www.nyscc.org/suppliers-day

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With more than 25 years of experience in Fine Fragrance creation within leading fragrance and flavor companies, Mehdi Lisi brings a broad perspective on global scent design, creation strategy and consumer insight. At Symrise, Mehdi Lisi is set to redefine the standards of excellence by accelerating digitalization and innovation in fragrance creation, inspiring and engaging the global community of perfumers, and anticipating new olfactive sources of inspiration across markets, and universes.

“We are pleased to welcome Mehdi Lisi to the Symrise Group and to further strengthen our Global Fine Fragrance division. With his experience across leading fragrance houses, Mehdi combines a rare combination of creative vision, strategic leadership and deep industry expertise. His international perspective and strong understanding of the creative and business dynamics of fine fragrance will be a tremendous asset for our teams,” says Julianne Pruett, Global President Fine Fragrance, Symrise.

“Mehdi Lisi brings more than two decades of experience across major fragrance houses and global beauty players with a holistic cross functional perspective that will be instrumental in driving our next phase of growth.” adds Ricardo Omori, Global President Fragrance Division, Symrise.

Lisi began his career in 2000 at L’Oréal as a Fragrance Development Manager before holding similar roles at DSM-Firmenich in Paris and IFF in New York, where he developed strong expertise in scent design, fragrance creation and consumer insight. In 2010, he expanded his international scope at IFF directing global account & business in North America and Europe, before joining DSM-Firmenich as Global Vice President Fine Fragrance Creation & Innovation. Most recently, he served as President Global Fine Fragrance at Mane, further deepening his expertise and vision of the global fragrance market.

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IN addition to Jacobson, Jo Horgan will receive the Corporate Empowerment for Women Award on behalf of Mecca M-Power, and Kecia Steelman, President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ulta Beauty, the nation’s largest beauty retailer, will receive the Retail Leadership Award.

Honoring women leaders in beauty, CEW’s Achiever Awards is where beauty’s iconic leaders take center stage, an event that is central to CEW’s brand and mission.  While the event centers on a moment to stand together to applaud the changemakers who continue to lead with purpose and impact it also provides the venue to spark meaningful connections.

To amplify women’s leadership in the beauty industry, CEW will publish a 2026 Women’s Leadership Awards Digital Journal, featuring data from McKinsey & Company’s Women in the Workplace study. The journal will also spotlight this year’s Achiever Awards and Visionary Honorees, sharing insights on their career journeys, pivotal inflection points, and advice for navigating workplace challenges.

Carlotta Jacobson is a leader in the beauty industry. She has held a series of key positions, including beauty editor of Harper’s Bazaar, and President of the beauty industry’s foremost association, Cosmetic Executive Women. CEW is an international organization of 9,000 individual members representing a cross section of beauty and related businesses. CEW’s primary purpose is to support the advancement of women in the beauty industry.

During her 20+ year tenure at CEW, Carlotta Jacobson led the organization through tremendous growth – from fewer than 400 to over 9,000 members, creating unique programming, industry awards, and developing a prestigious board of governors—establishing CEW as the industry authority it is today.

A dedicated supporter of philanthropic activities, Ms. Jacobson is also former president of the CEW Foundation, the philanthropic arm of CEW, founded in 1993. She founded the foundation’s first independent initiative, Cancer and Careers, a resource for people working with cancer.

Ms. Jacobson was honored by the American Cancer Society for her commitment.

She is the recipient of the CEW UK Achiever Awards Special Industry Award, Traditional Home Classic Woman Awards Editor & Publisher Award, and the John Mack Carter Founders Award, presented at Komen Greater NYC’s annual Impact Awards. 

She was named in WWD Beauty Inc.’s first-ever list of the 50 most influential people in the beauty industry.

She has served as chairwoman of Women In Need (WIN), a nonprofit charitable organization that provides housing and other vital services to homeless women and their children in NYC.

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Regarding the Gucci brand, as previously announced, the rights to enter into a fifty-year exclusive license agreement will begin upon the expiration of the existing license with Coty, in full compliance with the Kering Group’s obligation under their current license arrangement.

L’Oréal and Kering are also continuing to explore development opportunities in the fields of wellness and longevity through a joint venture.

«On behalf of the Group, I am delighted to welcome these extraordinary brands into the L’Oréal family,” said Nicolas Hieronimus, Chief Executive Officer of L’Oréal. “This significant new milestone in our strategic partnership with Kering reinforces our position as the world’s number one in both beauty and luxury beauty.  We will now work together, over the next fifty years, to write the next chapter of these iconic brands, to unlock their immense growth potential.»

« This acquisition marks a defining milestone for L’Oréal Luxe. By bringing these iconic houses into our portfolio, we are uniting around the very essence of luxury: bold creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and a forward-looking vision of beauty” said Cyril Chapuy, President of L’Oréal Luxe. “I’m especially proud to welcome the teams behind these maisons, who contribute to their unique identity. Together, we are strengthening L’Oréal Luxe’s leadership and reinforcing our ambition to be the ultimate destination for the world’s most aspirational luxury beauty experiences.”

“Our strategic alliance with L’Oréal marks a decisive step forward for Kering”, said Luca de Meo, CEO of Kering. “By leveraging L’Oréal’s unmatched expertise in the beauty sector, we are opening a new phase of acceleration for the development of fragrances and cosmetics for our Houses, among the most iconic in the world. This long-term partnership will enable us to fully realize their potential in this category and support their development, drawing on the creativity, desirability, and excellence that set them apart.”

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THE INSPIRATION

Nestled in the Ramapo Mountains just north of Manhattan, Tuxedo Park is one of New York’s most storied enclaves—the first planned residential community where Gilded Age ambition meets pastoral retreat.

Founded in 1885 by tobacco heir Pierre Lorillard IV, the village was conceived as a private, gated haven for New York’s elite, blending European aristocratic ideals with distinctly American grandeur and classical, opulent architecture.

Its rolling hills, pristine lakes, and winding carriage paths were carefully constructed and preserved as a living landscape of leisure. “We didn’t just choose any park,” says Bond No.9 Founder Laurice Rahmé. “Tuxedo Park is the embodiment of quiet, outdoor chic and has an incredible New York heritage.”

From inception, Tuxedo Park became synonymous with high society. The Astors, Vanderbilts, Morgans, and Whitneys were among its celebrated residents and guests who traveled from their NYC mansions to their holiday estates, while cultural figures such as Mark Twain and Oscar Wilde passed through its gates. Emily Post wrote her iconic 1922 tome Etiquette based on the formal manners she observed while growing up there.

The community’s social calendar, which centered around the village’s exclusive Tuxedo Club, was legendary and crowned by the iconic Autumn Ball—a glittering affair that drew the era’s tastemakers for nights of music, dancing, and sartorial spectacle. It was at one such ball in the 1880s that the modern tuxedo (inspired by the stylish Prince of Wales) is said to have made its American debut—an innovation that quickly spread from Tuxedo Park’s ballrooms to New York society and beyond—forever linking the village’s name to the global symbol of black-tie elegance.

Launching in the spirit of Earth Day* 2026, Tuxedo Park is a tribute to protected beauty, mindful luxury, and the reminder that the most modern indulgence is harmony with nature.

THE COMPOSITION

Like an olfactory stroll through an outdoor fête, Tuxedo Park opens with a radiant citrus medley. At the top, mandarin, bitter orange, and white grapefruit to deliver a clean, bracing brightness, joined by fresh basil for a layered expression of herbaceous zest.

The heart evokes manicured gardens bursting with luscious flowers: extravagant jasmine, heady tuberose, and grounding, earthy ylang orris. At the base, a solar oud accord adds an effervescent pop, echoing the champagne sparkle of legendary Autumn Balls and giving the florals an effortless, celebratory glow. Musk and amber anchor the composition in tailored depth for a sensual, forest-floor finish that lingers like filtered sunlight through trees.

THE PACKAGING

The fragrance is housed in a clear, bright green glass bottle—a reflection of its botanical soul—and imprinted with a gilded logo impression. The vivid yet transparent hue recalls fresh spring leaves and the reflective surfaces of Tuxedo Park’s lakes. Minimalist detailing allows the color and clarity of the glass to take center stage, turning the bottle into a modern totem of nature-meets-design.

SUSTAINABILITY

Responsible packaging is a pillar of Bond No. 9, and we strive to offer consumers the option to choose without having to compromise on luxury.

Bond No. 9’s iconic Silhouette Bottle is 100% recyclable and uses 50% recycled cullet during the manufacturing process.

AVAILABILITY

Tuxedo Park arrives in stores April 15, 2026 and will be available at Bond No. 9 New York and Miami boutiques, Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, select Saks Fifth Avenue locations nationwide, Harrods UK, Selfridges UK, and at www.bondno9.com.

Eau de parfum, 100 ml, $470

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How has Navarro inspired CVS and conversely how has CVS learned from Navarro?

Navarro has helped support CVS’ goals to enhance the customer experience through authentic localization. The companies have worked together to reach Hispanic and Latino  customers through tailored store environments, individualized market strategies, and a product assortment that feels relevant to these communities. Ultimately, serving these customers requires a community-centered experience based on deep understanding, trust, continuity, and genuine relationships. Navarro has also leveraged CVS’ enterprise-scale capabilities to strengthen its operational consistency, inventory management and processes, and more.

How Navarro Stays Aligned with Community Preferences?

Navarro employs a multi-faceted, data-driven approach to stay close to evolving community needs. This includes sourcing ongoing insights from customers to inform merchandising and service strategies, maintaining strategic relationships with vendors to ensure product offerings remain relevant and responsive to local preferences, keeping a pulse on changing customer sentiment and emerging trends, and partnering with local nonprofit organizations to help directly impact the health of its communities.

What do you attribute to the average length of store visit to the Navarro customer. What are the three top reasons Why?

Navarro is dedicated to creating a community-centric shopping experience and providing a welcoming environment for customers to explore culturally relevant merchandise.  Customers enjoy the “treasure hunt” experience, which offers access to high-quality yet valuable products, and browsing with family while engaging with employees and pharmacists. This results in a visit that feels more like a community experience than a transactional errand.

Why is it so important that you serve Cuban coffee in all your stores?

Serving Cuban coffee in every store is a deliberate cultural touchpoint that goes beyond offering a beverage. It signals to customers that Navarro understands and values traditions, reinforcing a sense of belonging and community.

How many fragrances do you generally keep at the fragrance bar? What training does the team get? Do you work directly with Vendors?

The Fragrance Bar features four to six themed bays and supports a portfolio of over 200 brands, serving as a dynamic centerpiece that helps drive customer engagement and impulse purchases. Designated fragrance specialists—some certified by the Fragrance Institute Academy—lead the program. The broader beauty team receives ongoing, multi-format training, including product knowledge and micro-learning on new launches and trends, ensuring consistent expertise and service excellence.

Regarding vendors, Navarro’s strong relationships with key vendors help enhance inventory availability and improve knowledge sharing through a flexible distribution model.

 Additionally, to help sustain growth in beauty, color and skincare alongside fragrance, Navarro is continuing to invest in niche brands and experiences tailored to Hispanic consumers, prioritizing strategic launches and seasonal promotions, emphasizing dermatologist-recommended brands, and capitalizing on gifting and DIY trends for those looking for accessible at-home beauty solutions.

What percentage of your customers are repeat customers?

Ninety percent (90%) of Navarro customers are repeat shoppers.

Team photo: Navarro’s District Leader Yuniel Rodriguez; Director of Business Analytics José Abadia; Associate VP Merchandising Alfredo Martinez; Marketing Director Jenn Shamshoian; VP Beauty & Personal Care Michelle LeBlanc; Beauty Director Nyvette Marquez; and General Merchandise Director Janet De la Torre.

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Established in 2017 by Nancy and Joel Hart alongside Marianne and Harvey Gold, Hart of Gold has become a cherished annual tradition benefiting the RDK Melanoma Foundation. During the evening, Founder Debbie Schwarzberg presented the Hart of Gold Award to Michelle and Peter Worth in recognition of their generosity, leadership, and gracious hosting of this year’s event.

Hart of Gold served as the perfect launchpad for RDK’s highly anticipated 26th Annual RDK Melanoma Foundation Luncheon and Fashion Show at The Breakers Palm Beach.  The luncheon featured Carolina Herrera’s Spring 2026 collection, presented in the presence of Creative Director Wes Gordon. Runway looks will be accessorized by fine jewelry from Patricia Robalino Designs, adding a touch of sparkle and glamour to the afternoon.

The evening also highlighted the meaningful connection between fashion, wellness, and advocacy. Michelle Worth’s company, SKINSAFE, continues to set the gold standard in clean beauty, with ISDIN (a partner of RDK) earning an exceptional SKINSAFE score—reinforcing its reputation as a trusted, clean sunscreen brand.  ISDIN and Carolina Herrera are both proudly owned by the PUIG family, reflecting a shared commitment to innovation, elegance, and excellence. RDK is thrilled to welcome Carolina Herrera for the second consecutive year as the featured designer for the annual luncheon.

Building on this excitement, RDK and ISDIN are launching SunSMART Summer 2026, a vibrant nationwide campaign bringing sunscreen, education, and creative learning to America’s most beloved summer destinations. Announced on Melanoma Monday, May 4, 2026, across social media and national publications, the campaign kicks off Memorial Day weekend and runs through Labor Day. SunSMART will activate in five key cities—Aspen, Park City, Dallas, Palm Beach, and Nantucket—engaging communities through education and interactive programming led by RDK’s 12 dedicated regional leaders.

From the sparkle of Hart of Gold to the runway at The Breakers and a summer spent spreading awareness coast to coast, RDK’s mission continues to shine brighter than ever—bringing people together, inspiring action, and saving lives.

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A daring new chapter of the iconic euphoria franchise, euphoria elixirs are a sensorial exploration of confidence, pleasure and sensuality. Embodied by global icon and Calvin Klein ambassador ROSALÍA, the campaign fuses movement and vivid color into a captivating exploration of freedom without limits. Known for her genre-defying sound and commanding visual artistry, ROSALÍA channels the fragrances’ modern femininity into an immersive journey that reflects the energy and individuality of the three distinctive scents.

“The euphoria elixirs are full of energy, possibility of expression and versatility!” said ROSALÍA. “Each of the three scents represents its own mood, but the vanilla notes (which I love) run through all of them, giving a warm and familiar feeling on the skin. This reunion with Calvin Klein has been a dream – I love working with teams that are as inspiring and hardworking as them!”

euphoria elixirs introduce premium, ultra-concentrations that celebrate the versatility of their key ingredient, vanilla – soft yet strong, sweet yet seductive. Richly layered and modern in spirit, the assortment takes shape through three vibrant, emotive interpretations: magnetic elixir, bold elixir and solar elixir.

The euphoria elixir collection:

Expressive. Radiant. Confident.

This collection explores vanilla—the fruit of the orchid, euphoria’s signature flower—through its full evolution from its fresh, green beginnings (solar elixir) to its vibrant ripeness (magnetic elixir), and finally to its sun-kissed, dried, and toasted warmth (bold elixir). Each scent pairs a distinct vanilla facet with a complementary note to define a clear mood: solar elixir fuses vanilla with mango for a bright, luminously joyful energy; magnetic elixir layers vanilla with musk for a soft, intimately romantic warmth; and bold elixir contrasts vanilla with oakwood for a deeper, more intense impression.

Co-created with master perfumers from some of the world’s most esteemed fragrance houses, all three scents are parfum intense with 28% or more ultra-concentration – the highest fragrance concentration for Calvin Klein Fragrances.

magnetic elixir (musky vanilla)

magnetic elixir captures the irresistible pull of effortless confidence and sensuality. Anchored by Dancing Lady Orchid, ambrette absolute and an indulgent musky vanilla blend, this rich, sweet fragrance has a seductive charm and lingers like a warm touch.

Perfumer: Caroline Dumur

Fragrance House: IFF

bold elixir (oakwood vanilla)

bold elixir is sensual, woody and addictive, channeling the intensity and rich depth of toasted vanilla. This warmth is contrasted by the unexpected presence of smoky orchid, rich oakwood and jasmine absolute. The result is a daring scent, exuding unapologetic confidence.

Perfumers: Carlos Benaim, Domitille Michalon, Caroline Dumur

Fragrance House: IFF

solar elixir (mango vanilla)

solar elixir is a radiant expression of joy – pure, luminous and full of life. Inspired by the blooming vanilla flower in its rare green and fruity stage, the fragrance is brightened by the warm glow of Golden Orchid and juicy mango. This elixir radiates with vibrant energy, evoking the sensation of skin warmed by the sun.

Perfumer: Nicolas Bonneville

Fragrance House: dsm-firmenich

The Packaging:

The original euphoria bottle remains a timeless, sculptural icon. For the new elixirs, this classic design has been reinvented through color – vivid hues of magnetic pink, bold purple and solar yellow reflect youthful energy and individuality. The

signature cap has also been infused with monochromatic color for a striking visual parallel to the intense juice.

The Campaign:

Following her Calvin Klein underwear debut in September 2025, ROSALÍA now stars in the Calvin Klein Fragrances campaign for euphoria elixirs, shot by Carlijn Jacobs. Across the visuals, ROSALÍA amplifies the spirit of euphoria – feminine, sensual and confident – through her unique ability to evoke emotion through movement and performance. Set in a surreal, sensorial world, ROSALÍA embodies each elixir’s distinct attitude across magnetic, bold and solar universes as unlimited possibilities of self-expression and freedom come to life.

Calvin Klein euphoria elixirs will be available at Macy’s, Ulta and Amazon beginning March 1st, 2026

euphoria elixir 100ml $ 129.00

euphoria elixir 50ml $ 99.00

euphoria elixir 30ml $ 79.00

euphoria elixir 10ml $ 36.00

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One of the highlights was the presentation of the Evelyn H. Lauder Humanitarian Award to Laura and Harry Slatkin presented by BCRF Co-Chair William P. Lauder. The Slatkins were recognized for their unwavering spirit and commitment to the vision of a world without breast cancer.

Following was a poignant tribute to the late Leonard A. Lauder, Honorary Co-Chair, who was remembered by BCRF Board Member Tom Quick as an “iconic titan of industry” who represented the very best of his generation.

The afternoon concluded with a stunning presentation by Oscar de la Renta, as well as a scientific update by Dr. Larry Norton (Memorial Sloan Kettering) and Dr. Judy Garber (Dana-Farber/Harvard) on the promising research currently changing the landscape of prevention and treatment.

Guests included Donna Acquavella, Alex and Eliza Bolen, Dee Ocleppo and Tommy Hilfiger, Julia Koch, Judy Glickman Lauder, Jane Lauder, Lara Shriftman and Kinga Lampert.

The event’s leadership includes Honorary Co-Chairs: Karen Hale, William P. Lauder and Leonard A. Lauder, in memoriam; Founding Chairs: Hildegarde Mahoney, Mary Alice Pappas, Frances Scaife, Judith P. Schlager, and Sandra G. Krakoff, in memoriam; Lead Chairs: Donna Acquavella, Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger, Kinga Lampert, and Aerin Lauder; Co-Chairs: Louise T. Braver, Liz Elting, Raysa Fanjul, Ronnie Heyman, Gail Hilson, Michele Kessler, Judy Glickman Lauder, Lyn M. Ross, and Andrea Wynn; and Vice Chairs: Suzanne Elson, Wendy Holmes, Talbott Maxey, Barbara Stovall Smith, and Sheila Lambert, in memoriam.

Founded in 1993 by the late Evelyn H. Lauder, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation stands as the largest private funder of breast cancer research in the world. The organization invests in leading scientific minds and fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration to examine the disease from every angle, from prevention to metastasis. This targeted approach is designed to accelerate the entire field, fueling the most promising research to bring the end of breast cancer into focus.

Learn more and get involved at BCRF.org

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Michael Blanchard Photography

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No unlawful practice of Symrise has been found. Symrise welcomes the decision by the DoJ. The company has always maintained that it did not participate in any unlawful agreements with competitors in the fragrance business.

Symrise has argued strongly from the outset that it should never have been part of this investigation and that the actions taken by the authorities were not justified. The company remains committed to ethical business practices and regulatory compliance and looks forward to the similar investigations by other authorities against Symrise also being discontinued soon.

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