I am honored and excited to be the 2025 Chair. Without question, my time as Chair-Elect was incredibly enlightening. Every day, I witnessed unwavering commitment to the Chapter and to our core mission of expanding cosmetic science education locally, nationally, and globally!

I am also grateful to my fellow board members, as we celebrated 70 years of NYSCC history, with the steadfast support of our committee members, program chairs, and countless volunteers who contributed to the innovative programs and initiatives that we executed.

Our theme for 2025 will be “The Nexus of Science and Beauty”. This theme will be woven throughout all our programming and highlight the fact that the NYSCC, and Suppliers’ Day, is the focal point of beauty and personal care product development. Our success in partnering with sister chapters across the globe, as well as related industry associations and publications, has translated into success for so many of our members and stakeholders.

2025 begins with the largest joint event in SCC history: a Ski Trip supported by the New York, Connecticut, Long Island and New England Chapters of the SCC. February displays the technical expertise of the NYSCC’s Scientific Committee, with multiple members collaborating on a top-notch technical showcase. That is only the beginning of what we have planned for the year. Stay-tuned for exciting new topics, initiatives, and engagement opportunities designed exclusively for our members and the growth of the cosmetic community.

As you know, Suppliers’ Day has become the main event in North America for formulation and ingredients innovations and discovery. The 2025 dates are June 3-4 in the expanded, upper level of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.

I am grateful for your trust and support during my tenure as your Chair.

John Carola
2025 Chair of NYSCC