8 December 2025 8:00 31 January 2026 17.00
Your research has the potential to transform the perfumery-cosmetic industry.
In the competition The Cosmetic Victories, Cosmetic Valley launches a call for researchers Academic whose work contributes to the evolution of perfumery-cosmetic towards more sustainable models.
The purpose of this competition is to identify, recognize and value projects with high scientific and technological impact for the sector.
For this 11nd issues related to the sustainability of the sector are prioritized.
Why submit your project?
- Recognition of Interest your research work for applications to the cosmetics industry
- One visibility of your results to an international ecosystem of experts and potential partners
- Accompaniment to promote transfer to industry and collaboration building
This competition is based on a evaluation by an international jury of experts from academia and industry
10 000 € financial support will be awarded to the winners (20% for the researcher and 80% for his laboratory), to consolidate or extend its work
Theme 2026 : « Scientific progress for sustainability »
The projects expected will have to propose approaches, methodologies or technologies contributing to a more responsible cosmetic (processes, ingredients, biological tests, packaging/materials, etc.).
Who can apply?
This Academic Award is aimed at PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, researchers, academic teams research projects fundamental, applied or collaborative responding to the scientific and technical challenges of the sector
- Closing of candidatures: 31 January 2026
- Submit a project and learn more about the board, selection criteria and theme 2026: www.thecosmeticvictories.com
