SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, will exhibit at the International Society for Biophysics and Imaging of the Skin (ISBS) World Congress, taking place June 10–12, 2026, at the École Centrale de Lyon, France.
Bringing together specialists from across skin science disciplines, the ISBS World Congress serves as a global forum to advance understanding of skin properties, function and response to topical products. The 2026 theme, ‘Surface and Beneath Skin’s Secrets: Quantitative Imaging and Sensing,” will focus on emerging non-invasive technologies and analytical approaches.
At the event, SGS will exhibit its flexible skincare testing capabilities, supporting brands throughout the product life cycle. By combining validated methods, advanced instrumentation and scientific know-how, SGS helps companies generate reliable data to support claims, build consumer trust and navigate international market requirements.
In addition to connecting with SGS experts and discovering tailored solutions for key areas such as hydration, barrier function, aging and pigmentation, attendees will also have the opportunity to attend two expert-led presentations:
- ‘Locally-Resolved Visualization of Skin Barrier Function’ by Georgios Stamatas, PhD, showcasing a new method for visually demonstrating product effects on the skin barrier (patent pending)
- ‘In Vivo Confocal Raman Spectroscopy as a Sensitive Tool to Evaluate Skin Barrier Integrity and Topical Product Performance Using Caffeine Penetration’ by Natascha Hennighausen, demonstrating an innovative approach to assessing skin barrier defense against external aggressors
These sessions will showcase advanced techniques for assessing skin barrier performance and product efficacy in vivo. In addition, Georgios Stamatas will chair a dedicated session looking at skin imaging on June 11, 2026.
Stakeholders are encouraged to register now for the ISBS World Congress and discover SGS’s comprehensive skincare testing solutions.
