13 Looking back, 2019 was an exciting year for the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (MASCC). 2019 can be called the “year of partnership” for the MASCC. 3 of the 5 meetings/events that the MASCC hosted were in partnership with either national office or another local SCC chapter. Our first chapter meeting was held in March in Richmond, Va. Sydney Carver, a fashion, beauty, lifestyle and travel blogger, gave an insightful presentation entitled “The Beauty of Influencing.” Attendees learned what it takes to be a beauty blogger in today’s world. Sydney gave the audience insight on how she selects products to review based on her target audience, the details she focuses on when reviewing a product and how she stays up to date on new product releases. Sydney also talked about the business side of blogging. She spoke about her day to day tasks, sponsorship, gaining the trust of her followers and having a schedule for new posts. In June, the MASCC partnered with the National Office to present a webinar titled “U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) BioPreferred® Program.” Kate Lewis - Senior Analyst, BioPreferred Program US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Florencia Goren - VP for Corporate Development and Strategy Beta Analytic gave an overview of the USDA’s BioPreferred® Program. Attendees learned how cosmetic ingredients or marketed formulations can become USDA certified as Biobased products. The first of its kind, this joint webinar between a local chapter and national office was well attended. With over 189 attendees, the webinar was a success. In August, the MASCC hosted a 2-day CEP course & wine tasting with the Carolina Chapter. The event was held at the Historic Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC. On day 1, Dr. R. Randall Wickett, Emeritus Professor of Cosmetic Science at the University of Cincinnati’s James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy, presented Basic Skin Science. Following the course, attendees attended a wine tasting and tour of the Biltmore’s Winery. On day 2, Dr. K.P. Ananth, professor and the director of the Cosmetic Science Program at the University of Cincinnati’s James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy, presented Advanced Skin Science. There were over 70 attendees for this event. During the 2-day meeting, many attendees went on tours of the Biltmore House and 8,000-acre estate. Mid-Atlantic In November, the MASCC once again partnered with the National Office to present a webinar titled “Understanding ISO 16128 Natural & Organic Cosmetics Guideline.” The ISO 16128 webinar was presented by Shannon Hess, Associate Director- Responsible Sourcing at Burt’s Bees. Webinar attendees learned how this ISO guideline was created and how it can pave the path towards common understanding within the industry and amongst consumers for natural and organic cosmetics without certification. This webinar was a success with over 87 attendees. Presidents night was also held in November. During Presidents night the MASCC hosted industry veteran, Kevin Gallagher. Kevin Gallagher presented “Swords to Plowshares - How Chemistry Found Peace in Beauty.” Kevin’s presentation focused on the unique history associated with the chemistry of the ingredients used by our industry. Mark Chandler, the 2019 National Treasurer installed the 2020 MASCC Board during the meeting. Wanlong Zhou – 2020 Treasurer Kevin Gallagher - Speaker Joanne Nikitakis – 2020 Chair Christine Stone – 2020 Chair-Elect Chelsea Hurdle – MASCC Member Mark Chandler – National Treasurer The Mid-Atlantic Chapter would like to thank all of the speakers who presented at our meetings in 2019. We would also like to thank the national office and the Carolina chapter for partnering with us in 2019. Last but definitely not least, we would like to thank our MASCC members. We are looking forward to 2020. Please join us at our meetings this year, feel free to bring your fellow colleagues and friends as well!!

14 Committee Members and Contributors to the MWSCC: Area II Directors: Chris Daraska and Yulia Park, Ph.D. POWER PLAYERS Marcie Papadakis, Cinda Carlson, Xiao (Ling) Chen, Katie Harris, Mary Milinko, Elvia Isguerra, Amanda Rountree, Krystle Koziczynski, Eugene (Gene) Frank, Perry Romanowski, Ashraf Houssain, Susan Houlihan, Melissa Tolla, Anatoly (Toly) Dameshek, Bob Buzzelli, Debbie Zartler Midwest HEART BREAKERS February 12, 2019 Movie Night Meeting (DATE night) as we were close to Valentine’s Day. Hollywood Theater in Downers Grove IL. The Movie we watched = “What Men Want” CHAIRPERSON Lisa Kringas Vantage CHAIR-ELECT Renata Butikas Stepan TREASURER Frank Wagner Southern Chemical & Textiles SECRETARY Crystal Clare Rampaul Maroon Group March 19 Holistic Natural Skin Care Formulator and Author: Rachael Pontillo held at Angelo’s in Elmhurst IL The topic was Bio individualized skincare: the benefits, challenges and opportunities. Small batch, artisan skincare has made its value known in the skincare and personal care markets, as influencers continue to support plant-based, small batch makers over mass-produced, synthetically based companies. March 21, 2019 UIC Career fair! This career fair hosted employers from various industries. The fair was open to students of all and any majors and offered full and part-time employment and internship opportunities.