Here, we round up the key takeaways to help you decode the future of cosmetic science…1. Industry Cross-Fertilisation Drives Innovation, Inspiration & CreativityMany of this year’s IFSCC keynote speakers were deliberately chosen from industries outside cosmetics. Innovation, Castiel noted, is both incremental and fuelled by cross-fertilisation. Other keynote topics included ocean science, artificial intelligence, and space testing—demonstrating the breadth of expertise that can enrich the cosmetics sector. The ocean is a treasure trove for cosmetics innovation and sustainabilityThe ocean holds vast, untapped resources that could yield new, more sustainable ingredients.