Preparing for in-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris: The Complete Checklist for Visitors

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• What makes in-cosmetics Global so important?
• New this year: The rise of inner beauty and nutricosmetics
• The Covalo Checklist: How to prepare for in-cosmetics Global 2026
  • 1. Register early
  • 2. Define your goals for the event
  • 3. Explore ingredients and exhibitors on Covalo
  • 4. Bookmark the suppliers you want to visit
  • 5. Request documents, samples, or meetings in advance
  • Let the fun begin!
• During the event: Stay organized on the show floor
• Make the most out of in-cosmetics Global—even after the show

What makes in-cosmetics Global so important?

The cosmetics and personal care industry moves fast. New ingredient technologies, sustainability innovations, and formulation trends emerge constantly. For formulators and brands, staying up to date with the latest developments is essential.

This is exactly where in-cosmetics Global comes in.

Each year, the event brings together the entire global ingredients ecosystem – ingredient suppliers, cosmetic scientists, brand innovators, contract manufacturers, and regulatory experts – to share knowledge and showcase the latest advances in cosmetic science.

In 2026, in-cosmetics Global will take place in Paris, bringing together:

• 1.000+ ingredient suppliers; 
• Tens of thousands of cosmetic ingredients;
• Thousands of formulators and beauty professionals.

For three days, the show becomes the center of cosmetic innovation: a place to discover new ingredients, meet suppliers, explore sustainability solutions, and learn about emerging formulation trends.

But with so many booths, presentations, and networking opportunities, the key to success is simple: preparation. 

New this year: The rise of inner beauty and nutricosmetics

One of the most exciting additions to in-cosmetics Global in 2026 is the growing focus on wellness and "beauty from within". As the beauty industry continues to evolve toward more holistic approaches to health and personal care, the event will introduce a brand-new Inner Beauty Zone. 

This dedicated area highlights the rapidly expanding nutricosmetics category, which bridges traditional cosmetics with ingestible beauty supplements. The Inner Beauty Zone will showcase ingredients used in products such as beauty supplements, fortified foods, functional drinks, and collagen-based formulations. Visitors will be able to explore innovations ranging from vitamins and minerals to antioxidants and advanced collagen solutions designed to support skin, hair, and overall wellbeing from within.

To bring the concept of "inside-out beauty" to life, the new Taste Bar will allow visitors to experience finished nutricosmetic products firsthand.

This exciting new Inner Beauty Zone is not to be missed – secure your tickets for in-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris today to experience it firsthand! 

The Covalo Checklist: How to prepare for in-cosmetics Global 2026

Attending a trade show without preparation can quickly lead to wandering through halls and missing the suppliers or ingredients that actually matter for your work. With Covalo, the official partner of in-cosmetics Global, you can plan your visit in advance and connect the digital ingredient search with the physical event.

Here's a practical checklist to help you make the most of in-cosmetics Global 2026 (click on each item to learn more!

1. Register early

First things first: make sure you've registered for in-cosmetics Global. 

Registration is quick and free when completed in advance. Waiting until the event can lead to unnecessary queues or additional fees. 

Registering early also gives you more time to:

• Explore the exhibitor list
• Review the event program
• Schedule meetings

A little preparation now can save a lot of time later.

2. Define your goals for the event

The most successful visitors arrive at in-cosmetics Global with clear objectives. Ask yourself: What do I want to achieve at this event? 

Your goals might include:

• Ingredient sourcing – identify new ingredients, such as...
  • sustainable alternatives
  • biodegradable polymers
  • innovative actives
  • biotech ingredients
• Supplier relationships – meet with existing suppliers to discuss...
  
  • pricing
  • supply chain stability
  • sustainability initiatives
• Market insights – attend seminars and trend sessions to better understand shifts in...
  
  • consumer expectations
  • formulation trends
  • regulatory developments
• Networking and partnerships – (re)connect with formulation experts, manufacturers, and innovation partners. 

Clear goals will help you prioritize which suppliers and sessions deserve your time.

3. Explore ingredients and exhibitors on Covalo

Before the event begins, start researching the ingredients and suppliers that interest you. 

Covalo lists over 80.000 cosmetic ingredients, making it the largest ingredients platform for the personal care industry. Using Covalo, you can:

• Search ingredients by function
• Filter by certifications and sustainability claims
• Discover new ingredient technologies
• Identify suppliers exhibiting at in-cosmetics Global

This allows you to arrive at the event already knowing which companies are most relevant to your formulation work. 

You can also explore:

• Recently launched ingredients
• Industry trends
• Innovation highlights

Doing this research ahead of time dramatically increases the value of your visit.

4. Bookmark the suppliers you want to visit

Once you find relevant suppliers, you can bookmark them directly on Covalo. This creates a personalized shortlist of exhibitors you want to visit during the event. And here's where it becomes especially useful on-site: each exhibiting supplier page includes an interactive floor plan. 

From the exhibitor profile, you can:

• View the booth number
• Open the interactive show floor plan
• See the exact booth location

This makes it much easier to navigate the exhibition hall and plan your route across the show floor.

5. Request documents, samples, or meetings in advance

Trade shows are busy – for both visitors and suppliers! Requesting key information before the event helps ensure your meetings are productive. 

On Covalo, you can easily:

• Request technical documents
• Ask for samples
• Send messages to suppliers
• Schedule meetings

This has several advantages:

• Arrive at meetings already informed
• Avoid post-event request backlogs
• Focus conversations on technical discussions instead of introductions

In other words, you start the event with momentum. 

Let the fun begin!

By following this checklist, you’ll be ahead of the game. You haven’t even been to the event yet, but already you have selected highly relevant exhibitors, bookmarking them on your Covalo x in-cosmetics profile. You have access to relevant documents, making discussions during the event more effective. From here, arrive at the event with an action plan, have meetings that will truly impact your innovation, and leave more time to explore the latest trends and reconnect with contacts.

During the event: Stay organized on the show floor

Once you arrive at in-cosmetics Global, things move quickly. Hundreds of booths, product launches, and conversations can easily blur together. Having a simple system helps you stay focused. 

• Start with your bookmarked suppliers. Instead of wandering through the exhibition halls, begin with the suppliers you shortlisted in advance. Open your Covalo bookmarks and use the interactive map to locate each booth quickly. This ensures you prioritize the conversations that matter most.
• Look up ingredients in real time: During discussions, suppliers will often mention additional ingredients, alternatives, or new technologies. Using Covalo on your phone, you can quickly:
  
  • Check ingredient functions
  • Compare similar ingredients
  • Discover alternative suppliers
• Take notes during your meetings: After visiting several booths, it becomes difficult to remember which ingredient came from which supplier. A simple habit helps: take quick notes after each conversation. For example:
  
  • Promising alternative to current ingredient
  • Interesting sustainability story
  • Follow up for formulation testing 

Make the most out of in-cosmetics Global—even after the show

After three intensive days at in-cosmetics Global, you’ll leave with a wealth of inspiration, having discovered the latest innovations in ingredients and technologies. But the journey doesn’t end there—now it’s time to turn that inspiration into action!

• Looking for specific ingredients? Easily search for them on Covalo x in-cosmetics, and access detailed properties, technical documents, and supplier information. You can even request samples directly through the platform.
• Curious about the most innovative ingredients? The Awards section will be updated as soon as the winners are announced, keeping you ahead of industry trends.
• Missed an exhibitor? No worries! All in-cosmetics Global exhibitors are available on Covalo, making it possible for you to connect with them at any given time.

Don’t waste precious time at in-cosmetics Global sifting through countless offerings. Let us do the heavy lifting for you! Sign up for free at Covalo x in-cosmetics right now and enjoy everything the platform has to offer.

At in-cosmetics Global 2026 (14-16 April, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles), over 1,000 exhibitors will showcase the latest beauty ingredients, formulations and services supporting the full ‘lab to launch’ journey for the global personal care industry.