Society of Cosmetic Chemists South Africa Coschem

19/06/2026

19/06/2026

12/06/2026

Friday is the last day you can comment on the new amendments Allied Health have been discussing about their rules and regulations.

Access to all Documents in review are free and open as part of the public participation process.

For easy access find links below.
👉.png Click here to access all supporting documents:
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1568210758641768&set=a.754441076685411

SAAHSP members can also access them through our portal.

We urge our members to read the potential changes and comment before 12 June 2026 18h00 which is cut off time.

You can submit your comments, concerns or suggestions about the potential changes directly to Allied Health .
Email Address : [email protected] and if you like you can copy your professional body too: [email protected]

Why are we continuing the discussion and engagement?

Allied Health plan to implement the Somatology Register which will force all Somatologists to become Allied Health Members and Open Shop and product commission is not part of their regulations.

The changes don't affect somatologists today but if the new legislation is passed Somatologists will need to register with Allied Health and abide by their laws and legislation and ensure the scope of practise is adhered to. Failure to do so will have serious consequences.

Be aware of the potential changes. Together as an industry we continue to stand together to protect our industry.
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05/06/2026

Coschem Presidential Brunch 2026

Yesterday, we hosted the third Coschem Presidential Luncheon, an initiative created to bring together our current President, Vice President, and past Presidents in a spirit of connection, collaboration, and shared purpose.

The brunch provides a unique opportunity to reflect on the Society's journey, exchange ideas, and explore innovative ways to strengthen and grow Coschem for future generations. It was an inspiring morning filled with meaningful conversations as past Presidents shared their perspectives on questions such as:

🔹 What was the biggest challenge facing the Society during their Presidency?

🔹 If they could introduce one bold initiative for the future, what would it be?

🔹 Which committee meeting or event did they remember most vividly?

As Coschem approaches its 50th anniversary next year, we are reminded that our success is built on the dedication, passion, and commitment of those who have served before us. Their leadership has helped shape the vibrant Society we are today.

While several past Presidents were unable to attend due to geographical commitments and other engagements, their contributions to Coschem remain invaluable and are deeply appreciated. Their legacy continues to inspire and guide us as we look toward the future.

A heartfelt thank you to all our past and present leaders for their unwavering commitment to the Society and the cosmetic science community. Together, we continue to build on a remarkable foundation as we prepare to celebrate 50 years of Coschem excellence.

Past Presidents:

(*Deceased 1977-1990)
*1977-1978 Norman Sanan
*1979-1980 Archibald Kennedy
*1981-1982 Aubrey Parsons
*1983-1984 H A Koeleman
*1985-1986 Archibald Kennedy
*1987 Andre Roos
*1988 Aubrey Parsons
*1989-90 Wally Hopton
1991-1992 Chrisita Ackermann
1993-1994 Aubrey Parsons (Deceased)
1995-1996 Len Waskis (Deceased)
1997-1998 David Popplewell
1999 John Knowlton
2000 Elsa Amieira
2001 Mike Capon
2002 Wayne van Wyk
2003 Roy Gardiner
2004 Mike Capon
2005 Wayne van Wyk
2006 Megan Jones
2007 Martin Mason
2008 Jill Gardiner
2009 Cornelia Oberrauter
2010 Rohit Desai (Deceased)
2011 Walter van Pareen
2012 Wayne van Wyk
2013 Belinda Van Der Merwe
2014 Dr. Juanita Kilian
2015 Cornelia Oberrauter
2016 Lyndsay de la Rey
2017 Kirsten Scott
2018 Ivor Zwane
2019 Rene Spada
2020 Kim MacCallum (Deceased)
2021 Charmaine Du Preez
2022 Liesl Pienaar
2023 Jacques Strydom
2024 Johrinda Nel
2025 Marcel van Rooyen
2026 Stephanie Gompel-Ratsiane (current President)

02/06/2026

🇦🇺 IFSCC Webinar with Nuwangi Pramuditha Cooray, University of Wollongong

☀️ Inorganic UV Filters in Sunscreens: Photocatalysis & Performance

Australia experiences some of the highest UV levels in the world, with skin cancer incidence rates to match. Sunscreens are a critical line of defence, but how well do real formulations perform under the UV conditions consumers actually encounter, and what trade-offs exist between broad-spectrum protection, photostability, and the photocatalytic side-reactions of inorganic UV filters?

This webinar dives into
🏖️ Inorganic sun filters behavior and performance
🔬Focus on photocatalytic assessment
🧪 Sun filters performance - from the cuvette to the skin
☀️ Real life examples

Join this upcoming IFSCC webinar featuring Nuwangi Cooray to explore this topic in depth 👇
https://event.webinarjam.com/vo9mw/register/zkqn6avr

International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists

26/05/2026

Can YOU adequately answer these questions?

Why cosmetic testing matters more than ever?
How to accelerate cosmetic stability & shelf-life prediction using SLMS?
Why and when is stability testing for products required?
What are the advances & challenges in cosmetic analytical testing?

No?
Then be sure to register your employees for online training and upskilling with our industry experts from South Africa, Brazil and Australia.

10 sessions over 5 hours could save you months of trial and error in your lab!

Who should attend?
• Aspiring cosmetic science students
• R&D professionals
• Cosmetic and skincare brands
• Entrepreneurs and formulators
• Anyone eager to gain industry insights and connect with specialists

📅 Date: 24 June 2026 (09h00-14h30)
💻 Platform: Online
💰 Cost:•R309 (Coschem Members) | R666 (Non-members)
📧 RSVP: [email protected]

25/05/2026

We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Coschem Online Seminar focusing on Cosmetic Testing and Evaluation.

This technical/scientific programme brings together leading experts from industry and academia to share insights into current methods, challenges, and innovations in cosmetic testing. The seminar will provide valuable knowledge on safety, analytical techniques, stability testing, and claims substantiation within the personal care industry.

RSVP with [email protected] (Coschem members R309/ Non-Members R666)