2nd International Congress on
Dermatology & Cosmetic Research

About the Conference:

The International Congress on Dermatology & Cosmetic Research (ICDCR 2026) was successfully held on September 14–15, 2026, in a hybrid format, bringing together leading experts and professionals from the fields of dermatology, cosmetic science, and aesthetic medicine. The congress provided an excellent platform for scientific knowledge exchange, evidence-based discussions, and international collaboration to advance dermatological and cosmetic research.

Conference Objectives:

• Promote excellence in dermatological and cosmetic research and clinical practice.

• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration among dermatologists, cosmetic researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals.

• Provide an international platform for presenting innovative research and emerging developments.

• Support knowledge sharing through keynote lectures, workshops, oral presentations, and poster presentations.

• Strengthen global professional networks and foster international research collaborations.

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Distinguished Delegates:

The congress welcomed dermatologists, cosmetologists, aesthetic practitioners, clinicians, researchers, academicians, scientists, and healthcare professionals from leading hospitals, universities, research institutes, and healthcare organizations worldwide, fostering meaningful scientific discussions and international collaboration.

Scientific Program Highlights:

The scientific program featured keynote presentations, interactive workshops, oral presentations, and poster presentations covering diverse and emerging topics in dermatology and cosmetic research. Sessions addressed advances in clinical dermatology, aesthetic medicine, cosmetic science, skin biology, dermatological therapies, regenerative and personalized approaches, skincare innovations, and emerging technologies, providing participants with valuable insights into current developments and future directions in the field.

Keynote Presentations: 

• Dr. Georgios N Stamatas, SGS, France
  Presentation: Advances in non-invasive optical biopsy techniques for in vivo skin analysis: New perspectives on skin aging

• Dr. Sergei A Grando, University of California Irvine, United States
  Presentation: Intravenous immunoglobulin in dermatology

• Dr. Sergey Suchkov, N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry, Russian Federation
  Presentation: Personalized and precision dermatology through the view of biodesign-inspired transla-tional & data-driven applications: Revolutionary skin treatments for every concern in clinical dermatology integrating skin care experts and consumers

• Dr. Madhu Gupta, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, India
  Presentation: Polysaccharide-based biopolymers for modulating inflammation, angiogenesis, and ECM remodeling in chronic wound healing

• Dr. Seergeva Irina, Novosibirsk State University, Russian Federation
  Presentation: Lymphoproliferative diseases in the practice of a dermatologist

• Dr. Nalini Kaul, Princeton Consumer Research, Canada
  Presentation: In vivo testing strategies to assess safety and efficacy of antiaging skin care cosmetic formulation

Oral Presentations: 

• Dr. Bharti Magoo, Golden Touch Clinic, India
  Presentation: How to correct cosmetic procedures gone wrong 

• Dr. Miriam Oron, DermaBio Ltd. Jerusalem, Israel & Pittsburgh, PA, United States
  Presentation: Non-Invasive skin biomarker profiling for clinical disease characterization

• Dr. Bairbre Wynne, St James's Hospital, Ireland
  Presentation: A multidisciplinary approach for Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: Integrating etanercept, hydrosurgery, biobrane, and amniotic membrane transplantation

• Dr. Vivey Phasha, CSIR, South Africa
  Presentation: Development of nutricosmetic and cosmeceutical products from pumpkin peel extract for skin and hair health

• Dr. Vladimir Rovira, Clínica Vladimir Rovira, Spain
  Presentation: Management of a vascular complication: A case report

• Dr. Potapova Diana, SkyLab AG,Superlab Suisse Epalinges SA, Switzerland
  Presentation: A novel enzymatic approach to scalp health: Selective malassezia inhibition without broad-spectrum antimicrobial effects

• Dr. Manasa Sreedevi, University Hospitals of Leicester, United Kingdom
  Presentation: A comprehensive review of the role of ultraviolet radiation in photoaging across different skin types

• Dr. Anjali Alpesh Kumar Patel, University Hospital Southampton, United Kingdom
  Presentation: Improving skin barrier protection in critically Ill patients through standardised emollient prescribing: A quality improvement project

• Dr. Gibran Merali, University Hospital Southampton, United Kingdom
  Presentation: Improving skin barrier protection in critically Ill patients through standardised emollient prescribing: A quality improvement project

• Dr. George Sulamanidze, TOTALCharm, Georgia
  Presentation: Impact of previous thread lifting on subsequent surgical facelift: Myths, risks, and clinical reality

• Dr. Molikuoa Harriet Makuru, University of the Free State, South Africa
  Presentation: Delayed presentation and advanced skin cancer in persons with albinism: A South African perspective

• Dr. Arvind Poswal, Dr A S Clinic Pvt Ltd, India
  Presentation: Senolytics and in-situ exosome generation: A regenerative paradigm shift in hair restoration

• Dr. M Sai Bindu, Consultant Dermatologist & Aesthetic Physician, India
  Presentation: A rare case of Pityriasis Lichenoides Chronica in a elderly male secondary to multiple myeloma or is it drug induced  : A case report

• Dr. Padmapriya Srinivasan, Indian navy, India
  Presentation: Comparing three easy modalities in treatment of IGH

• Dr. Asem Moussa, Alazhar School of Medicine, Egypt
  Presentation: Role of local skin incision infiltration by oxycontin on wound healing of caesarean section scar in primiparous women

• Dr. Bruna Caroline Bastida de Andrade Bruschi, Bruna Andrade Institute, Brazil
  Presentation: The hidden pain of acne scars: Clinical and psychosocial outcomes of a combined therapeutic protocol

• Dr. Viktoriia Sagdeeva, Tori Beauty Space LLC, United States
  Presentation: Development and preliminary clinical evaluation of a unified combined laser hair removal protocol for patients with low hair melanin content and Fitzpatrick skin type VI

• Dr. Riddhi Sable, IMS and SUM hospitals, India
  Presentation: Comparison of Efficacy and Safety of Oral Minoxidil 1.25 mg vs Topical Minoxidil 5% in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomised Open-Label Pilot Study

• Dr. Ananyaa Sinha, IMS and SUM hospitals, India
  Presentation: Evaluation of insulin resistance with HOMA-IR index in cases of paediatric psoriasis: A case series

Poster Presentation: 

• Dr. Pamella Leybengrub, Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, United States
  Presentation: The Digital Hidden Educational Curriculum of Dermatology

• Dr. Riddhi Sable, IMS and SUM hospitals, India
  Presentation: Migraine-Associated Purpuric Rash: A Rare Cutaneous Clue

• Dr. Jannatul Sharmin Joarder, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh
  Presentation: Antifungal resistance in dermatophytes

• Dr. B.G.Swapna Lekha, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, India
  Presentation: AI in dermatology clinical practices

• Dr. Mariem Alibi, Università degli studi di Cagliri, Italy
  Presentation: Innovative approaches in cosmetic research: Recovery of bioactive polyphenols from carob pulp through agro-industrial by-product valorization

Conference Gallery & Proceedings:

Explore memorable moments from the International Congress on Dermatology & Cosmetic Research (ICDCR 2026), featuring keynote sessions, scientific presentations, networking, and award ceremonies. Conference proceedings and presentation abstracts are also available for reference.

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Conference Outcomes:

Participants benefited from:

• Evidence-based scientific learning and research exchange in dermatology and cosmetic research.

• International networking and collaborative opportunities with experts and professionals.

• Practical insights into the latest developments in dermatological and aesthetic practice.

• Innovative approaches to advancing dermatology, cosmetic science, and aesthetic medicine.

• Exposure to emerging research, technologies, therapies, and personalized approaches in skin health.

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Participant Feedback:

Participants highly appreciated the scientific program, expert speakers, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities, recognizing the congress as an excellent platform for professional learning, scientific exchange, and collaboration in dermatology and cosmetic research.