Access Global Markets Part 2 Practical guide to entering the UK market

The webinar series offers a great opportunity to collect market insights and find new opportunities for export business growth. Previous webinars have included insights into the Japanese, Italian and Canadian markets. Recordings available here GCC Replay — Global Cosmetics Cluster

The first webinar focused on the UK market (Wednesday March 19) and included a UK market overview, economic landscape including market data, consumer trends and preferences, retail channels and working with the Department of Business and Trade (DBT). This webinar will focus on practical information for doing business in the UK such as regulatory requirements and logistics.

Part 2: Regulatory and practical aspects of importing cosmetics into the UK

• Programme

  
  

  11.00 - 11.05 Introduction Jane Evison, Director, CCUK

  11.05 - 11.20 UK Regulatory framework - Amanda Isom/Olivia Santoni, Directors, Bloom Regulatory Ltd

  11.20 - 11.35 UK Responsible person - Dr Mojgan Moddaresi, Personal Care Regulatory Ltd 

  11.35 - 11.45 Importing Logistics - Daniel Bateson, Dachser Cosmetic Logistics

  11.45 - 12 noon Q&A all panellists

  
  

  Questions may be submitted in advance or placed in the Chat on the day.

Speakers

Dr Mojgan Moddaresi, Founder of Personal Care Regulatory Ltd

Mojgan Moddaresi, PhD, FRSB, CBiol, ( Dr M@) is a seasoned leader and the innovative Ex-founder of Personal Care Regulatory Ltd and hemComply.io. (Saas platform for Cosmetic safety assessment). With over two decades of experience, she has a deep understanding of regulatory affairs, claims substantiation and compliance within the cosmetics industry. She has a passion for restoring consumers’ trust in cosmetics claims and transparency and safety in personal care products. She sits on the Editorial board of the International Journal of Cosmetic Science and is passionate about supporting innovation in the industry.

Amanda Isom, Regulatory Affairs Director, Bloom Regulatory

Amanda Isom has over 25 years of experience in the cosmetic industry and is a trusted expert in European/UK Cosmetics Regulation and compliance.

Having spent two decades at the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA), Amanda developed strong connections with government officials and enforcement officers, ensuring a deep understanding of the compliance landscape.

During her time in industry, Amanda has been actively involved in a number of industry and stakeholder groups and co-edited the SCS/Royal Society of Chemistry book on ‘Discovering Cosmetic Science’. Today, Amanda leads the Regulatory team within Bloom, putting her wealth of knowledge and experience into practice, ensuring clients receive a high level of service and guidance in navigating the complex regulatory landscape.

Olivia Santoni, CEO, Bloom Regulatory

Olivia Santoni has an extensive knowledge of the cosmetics industry globally and over 20 years of practical experience. She studied business law and healthcare product law before specialising in regulatory affairs. She started her regulatory career working as a medical device regulatory inspector at the French Agence Nationale de Sécurité du Médicament et des Produits de Santé (ANSM). She then worked at the international department of the French cosmetics trade association (FEBEA) before moving to the UK and joining the UK

Cosmetics Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA). Over the years, Olivia managed a regulatory and international team to deliver support and advice tocompanies as well as advocate for the interest of the UK and EU industry. She has led the UK Association’s work on Brexit and international regulatory affairs and has been an active participant at Cosmetics Europe groups on both regulatory and international issues.

In 2019, Olivia decided to found Bloom Regulatory Ltd to provide pragmatic and expert regulatory and strategic support to cosmetics companies in a world where business opportunities are growing but legislations are increasing and getting more and more complex.

Daniel Bateson, Regional Chemical and Cosmetics Logistics Business Development Manager, Dachser

Daniel is the Regional Chemical and Cosmetics Logistics Business Development Manager for DACHSER UK & Ireland. With extensive experience in supply chain solutions, Danny specialises in optimising logistics for the cosmetics industry. At DACHSER, he helps businesses navigate complex global distribution networks, ensuring seamless and efficient market access. In this webinar, he will share insights on DACHSER’s intelligent logistics solutions, the strength of its global network, and how DACHSER Cosmetics Logistics supports brands in successfully entering and expanding within the UK market.