Amorepacific unveiled its skin science and consumer research achievements utilizing AI and digital technology at the 'IFSCC Congress 2026,' the largest cosmetics symposium globally. The company shared insights into skin aging prediction, digital usability assessment, and global consumer studies, highlighting a future research direction expanding into predictive analytics, quantification, and data-driven consumer understanding.
The IFSCC (International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists) congress took place in Perth, Australia, from September 28 to October 1, under the theme 'Solving the Sustainable Beauty Equation.' During the event, Amorepacific presented nine research findings. Notably, the company showcased advanced analytical methods using AI, deep learning, and digital measurement technologies to objectively analyze and predict skin changes, product usage experiences, and consumer insights.
Che Eun-jeong, a researcher at Amorepacific's R&I Center, presented on 'Skin Aging in the Era of Global Boiling: Deep Learning-Guided Transcriptomic Signatures of Heat-Accelerated Aging.' Amorepacific has conducted over 20 years of research on the effects of heat on skin and heat aging, accumulating significant expertise. In this study, transcriptome analysis and deep learning technologies were integrated to predict skin aging progression and material efficacy, identifying effective ingredients for restoring damaged skin structures. This research lays a foundation for developing a 'Skin Longevity Solution' to gain a more precise understanding of skin conditions influenced by environmental changes. The study was recognized as one of the Top 10 podium fundamental research presentations at the conference.
Lee Jung-yu, another researcher at the R&I Center, presented findings on 'Electroluminescent Visualization of Skin Hydrodynamics for Digital Sensory Quantification.' This research visualizes the distribution and movement of moisture when applying products to the skin in real time, measuring subtle electrical changes to quantitatively analyze interactions between skin and formulations. The research results demonstrated a high correlation with consumer-reported usability, suggesting a potential for quantifying actual skin phenomena to better understand product usage experiences. This work was also recognized as one of the Top 10 podium applied research presentations.
Shin Jin-seob from Amorepacific's North American R&I Center presented on 'AI-Based Consumer Research on Barrier-Repair Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin.' This study compared derma-cosmetic products among consumers in Brazil and Mexico, employing AI-driven video interview analysis to explore user experiences and preferences for moisturizers for sensitive skin. Key consumer preferences identified included quick absorption, lightweight feel, and barrier care efficacy, illustrating a new consumer research approach that leverages AI to analyze actual experiences and expressions.
Seo Byeong-hwi, CTO of Amorepacific's R&I Center, stated that the company aimed to showcase new possibilities in skin science research by integrating AI and digital technologies at the global congress. He emphasized the commitment to expanding research into predictive analytics and data-driven consumer understanding, along with developing 'Holistic Longevity Solutions' to maintain skin health sustainably amid changing environments.
