The Science of Beauty
The Science of Beauty - Part One
Peter Brabazon, Programme Director of Discover Science and Engineering, introduces Karen Coleman, host of NewsTalk’s ‘The Wide Angle’. Karen gives an overview of the debate and introduces the first panelist, Dr Chris Gummer. A former senior technologist with Procter & Gamble research and development, Dr Gummer is regularly consulted on a wide range of areas.
The Science of Beauty - Part Two
The second panelist, Dr Raniero De Stasio, is introduced. Dr De Stasio is scientific director of L’Oréal UK, having worked in the cosmetics sector since 1989 with particular interest in the regulatory, safety and technical aspects of the industry. He gives an overview of the modern techniques L’Oréal use to create their products and outlines the science involved in the cosmetics industry.
The Science of Beauty - Part Three
The final panelist, Vanessa Hyde, is quality assurance manager at Shandon Clinic with years of experience in testing medicines and beauty products. Vanessa gives an overview of the regulatory environment for the cosmetics industry in Ireland, outlining what can be classified as a cosmetic and the rule governing statements made by manufacturers about their products.
The Science of Beauty - Part Four
The lecture is opened to the floor for questions and a variety of topics are discussed. Karen Coleman questions each of the panelists about the safety of products available on the market and discusses the self-regulation of the cosmetics industry.
The Science of Beauty - Part Five
The open discussion continues and the panelists answer questions from the floor on topics such as the shelflife of cosmetics, the long term effects of cosmetics and the safety of modern techniques such as nanotechnology.
