2011

16 May 2011
Bursary 2011
Bursary 2011 is Open for Application from 25 May 2011. Closing date: 30 June 2011. Please forward your application to angelina.fam@lubrizol.com Shortlisted applicants will be notified accordingly.
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16 May 2011
Henry Mao Award for
Young Cosmetic Scientists
The IFSCC is pleased to announce the opening of the competition for the new Henry Mao Award for Young Cosmetic Scientists.

The Award is given at IFSCC Conferences to the best scientific paper given by an author,
normally under the age of 40, who has submitted a full paper for consideration for the Award.

The winner will be awarded a
trip to the next IFSCC Congress with the cost of travel, accommodation and registration for up to, but not exceeding 6,000 Swiss Francs being paid by the IFSCC...

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Closing Date: 1 June 2011

30 March 2011
Fukushima Nuclear Fallout and its Impact on the Cosmetic Industry
Download Detailed "Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Accident and Safety of Cosmetics Manufactured in Japan" Report
(Source: JCIA statement)
Following the earthquake and tsunami of March 11, 2011 in Japan and the ensuing nuclear fallout at Fukushima power plant, there has been some concerns about the impact on raw materials and cosmetic products manufactured in Japan.

In its statement dated March 30th, the JCIA (Japan Cosmetic Industry Association) emphasized that the risks posed to raw materials and cosmetic products are minimal and would not pose any safety or health risks to consumers. Cosmetic materials and products are manufactured in indoor plants with controlled, dust-free environments, with hardly any chance for radioactive materials from the atmosphere to enter.

With regards to water. JCIA estimates that, even if radioactive impurities were present (which is highly unlikely as deionization and purification systems are installed in all cosmetic companies) and a consumer uses such cosmetics for 1 year, the total exposure would be no more than 7.8 micro sieverts, which pose little impact on human health, comparing with our daily average exposure levels of 2,400 micro sieverts from nature. JCIA is of the view that the impact on cosmetic products and raw materials are not significant.

10-11 April 2011
4th SCS Scientific Symposium:
Sustainability - A Cosmestic Paradox?
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2010

SCSS 2010 Bursary Awards
Three students from the newly launched Diploma in Perfumery and Cosmetic Science from the School of Chemical and Life Sciences, Singapore Polytechnic received bursary awards from the Singapore Society of Cosmetic Scientists (SCSS) last month... view article

Membership Application /
Update of Personal Particulars
You are welcome to be our member. To do so, please download our membership form. Membership valid for the period of April 2010 to March 2011.

Friends / Guests of SCSS, you may also update your personal particulars (eg. home address, email, mobile number, company details and so on) to catherine@scss.org.sg so that we are able to invite you for future events.

2009

Speech at Diploma Launch
On 17 November 2009, Andrew Gan, our Society President gave a speech as guest of honour at the launch of Singapore Polytechnic's Diploma in Perfumery and Cosmetic Science... read more

Diploma in Perfumery and Cosmetic Science by Singapore Polytechnic
We would like to announce the launch of a new Diploma course in Perfumery and Cosmetic Science by Singapore Polytechnic... Download Brochure

Membership Certificates
Members who have not received your certificates by now, please contact Angelina Fam.

President's Message 2009
I would like to express my sincere thanks to my colleagues and fellow members for giving me the opportunity to lead this remarkable Society. I would like to thank my fellow Council members for coming forward to serve the Society... read more

March 2009
5th Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Dear Fellow Members, please be informed that the SCSS will be holding its 5th AGM on 15th April 2009 at 5.30pm. All SCSS members are strongly encouraged to attend the AGM. It is your right to nominate and vote for your next SCSS council members.

Date: 15th April 2009 (Wednesday)
Time: 5.30 – 7.30pm
Venue: Grand Park Hotel City Hall (formerly Grand Plaza Park Hotel), 10 Coleman Street, Singapore 179809
Function room: Ballroom 1, Level 2
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2008

September 2008
Don't miss this exciting seminar!
2 Oct 2008: Overcoming Challenges In Flavour & Fragrance Analysis:The Latest Techniques
More Details | Location Map | Profile of Speaker (Prof. Luigi Mondello)

Job Opportunity
Commercial Manager, Human Nutrition & Health... More Details

August 2008
We hope you enjoyed “flying” with the SCSS!! View Writeup and Photos

April 2008
Selecting Inorganic Sunscreens - Dispersion or Powder? by Julian Hewitt (Croda)
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Suncare Formulating Strategies in the Changing Regulatory Environment by Julian Hewitt (Croda)
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February 2008
4th Annual General Meeting & Evening Technical Talk on 12 March 2008
Please be informed that the SCSS will be holding its 4th AGM on 12th of March 2008 at 3.00 pm. All SCSS members are strongly encouraged to attend the AGM.

We are pleased to announce that an evening technical seminar will also be conducted on 12th of March 2008, after the AGM. This seminar is open to all members and guests. We are honored to have Julian Hewitt, Global Sunscreen Specialist from Croda UK, as the speaker for the talk.

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2007

November 2007
Afternoon Technical Talk on 29 November 2007
As promised, the SCSS is once again holding an afternoon technical talk on 29th November 2007. Please do attend the talk and learn more about conditioning agents. For details of the afternoon talk, programme please click here :: Download Presentation

Wine Tasting Night - 19 October
Don't say membership has no privileges! SCSS will be hosting a Wine Tasting Night for its members on 19 October, 7pm at Demsey Road. Join us for a relaxing night with great buffet spread and a specially selected wine list! more info

September 2007
AFTERNOON TECHNICAL SEMINAR – OCTOBER 2007
SCSS is proud to announce that its 2nd Scientific Seminar will be held on 5th of October 2007. This is one of the many technical talks which we have lining up for you throughout this year and next year. We hope you find these talks useful. In addition, renewal of membership can be done on the day of the forthcoming seminar - 5 October 2007. Annual membership fee is S$80... more info

Symrise opens research centre in Singapore
Symrise, the Germany-based fragrance and flavourings manufacturer, has recently opened a Sensory and Consumer Science Centre in Singapore, in order to assist with its expansion into the growing Asian market... more info

August 2007
CALL FOR PAPERS

The Australian Society of Cosmetic Chemists (ASCC) will be organising their 42nd conference from 6-9 March 2008. Download the call for papers for more details!

The Asean Cosmetic Association (ACA) in Malaysia and FMM MCTIG (Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers - Malaysian Cosmetic and Toiletry Industry Group), will be organising the following seminar ...more info

“FORMULATE ASIA 2008: From Concept to Reality” is the first educational workshop that combines background information in the form of technical presentations, with hands-on lab sessions, under the guidance of experts. This two-day workshop aims to provide attendees with... read more