The 2026 edition of the Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show in China will feature an expanded conference programme alongside a comprehensive showcase of technologies and solutions from around the world.
The PCHi Annual Industry Conference 2026 in Hangzhou on 18-20 March will bring together academics, R&D leaders, regulatory specialists, and technical experts from around the world.
Conference sessions will cover formulation science, ingredient technologies, dermatology research collaboration, light medical aesthetic skincare, makeup innovation, fundamental research, regulatory developments, sustainability, global market access, AI-driven innovation, and more.
“With the PCHi conference, our aim is to deepen understanding of China’s evolving innovation ecosystem and support global professionals as they navigate opportunities in a market that increasingly influences the direction of the worldwide personal care industry,” said a RSE spokeswoman.
The main forum, Insight into Industry Trends: Strategizing Future Development Tracks, will anchor next year’s conference with a forward-looking examination of China’s cosmetics raw materials landscape.
Speakers will explore macro trends, emerging technologies, and cross-disciplinary innovation shaping product development in the year ahead.
Alongside the main forum, PCHi 2026 will feature an extensive lineup of sub-forums designed to address the sector’s scientific, regulatory, and market priorities.
These include the International Ingredient Technology and Frontier Trends track, supported and moderated by Personal Care Magazine.
Beyond the conference halls, PCHi 2026 will feature a broad exhibition of ingredients, technologies, packaging innovations, testing solutions, and advanced manufacturing approaches.
Exhibitors will include multinational suppliers, leading domestic innovators, and emerging technology companies, offering visitors an overview of developments shaping the next generation of beauty and personal care solutions.
Industry professionals are invited to pre-register for PCHi 2026 at https://bit.ly/PCHi2026PreReg for complimentary access and updates on the full programme.
