34 In June we had another successful summer event organized with Sozio. The first part was about how to breakdown a fragrance and discover the different raw materials that create the complete scent followed by how to distinguish between different notes and assembling a perfume. Perfumery can be compared to the nose like music to the ear we were talking notes, accords and compositions. In the second part we learned how to express a recollection, a color, a shape, a feeling, an emotion using different scents followed by a quiz on identify raw materials and some of the bestsellers in perfumery. The last part was a presentation on natural fragrance ingredients, natural perfume design challenges and new trend: Cannabis followed by Q&A. The event took place at an absolutely beautiful, very intimate and enchanting location: the Château Taillefer-Lafon in Laval. Quebec For 2019 we have continued the momentum of previous years by proposing interesting conferences with expert speakers on various topical subjects. In March, the year started with a great conference on Marketing and Trends presented by David Tremblay - vice- president and partner at NATA Public Relations Agency specializing in luxury lifestyle, tourism, beauty, fashion and food. David shed light on successful strategies and tactics using concrete examples. We’ve discussed public relations campaigns, influencers, but especially 360° communication. We’ve explored the terms collaboration, sponsorship, social media and publication. This dynamic and original presentation allowed us to discover the secrets of a constantly evolving field. Our second presentation was in April, presented by Justine Cotton - Global Marketing Manager at Vincience Biofunctionals on a much-trended subject: Plant Small RNA technology - a novel green chemistry inspired by epigenetics for innovative ingredient design. We’ve learned that the innovative extraction process allows the obtainment of small RNA rich plant extract which contains also phytomolecules crafted by millions of years of evolution of the plants creating a new generation of biofunctionals with beneficial effects for the skin.

35 In September, PhytoChemia presented a conference on the CBD topic. Cannabis contains more than 113 biologically active chemical compounds, including the best known two: delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). In a rapidly evolving legislative and technological context, cannabis-based cosmetic products attract a lot of interest. We’ve analyzed the current state of research into the topical use of cannabis compounds and learned about the current regulatory frameworks. We discussed, among other things, present and anticipated marketing options as well as the supply chain of this industry. Our education day was held in October in the Old Port of Montreal Science Centre and the theme was “worldwide formulation”. Christine Lafforgue Ph.D. from Paris-Saclay University and chair of French Society of Cosmetology talked about ethnic skin and hair types and the differences in skin/ hair structure and function. We’ve learned about different skincare needs according to the skin type and how to adapt a cosmetic formula accordingly. Gattefosse’s conference about the cultural sensory preferences covered all aspects of sensory analysis, sensory criteria around the globe and gave us some hints on how to formulate for international markets considering the climatic and ethnic aspects. Before we start exporting our cosmetic products, it is important to understand what regulations and laws we need to comply with in order to succeed and to avoid time and cost at customs. In his presentation François Viot brilliantly taught us how to do it. Our last event of the year was held at the end of November – the Annual Holiday Dinner Dance aboard the Cavalier Maxim which was a great success in an unusual setting an ultimate dinner-cruise experience on the St. Lawrence River with entertainment, bar and DJ on the deck and a breathtaking view of the city. More than 150 people participated in this event. We would like to thank all the companies listed here who contributed to the success of this event: Brenntag-Pachem, Azelis, Vivachem, Univar, Andicor, Gattefossé, IMCD, IFF-Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, Charles Tennant, ABiCh and Zymachem. Many thanks to Liz Streland, the new Vice President of the National SCC and Kim Burch, Area I Director for installing our 2020 Officers: Lucian Ionescu - Chair, Monica Jaramillo - Chair-elect, Karine Lapointe - Treasurer and Marine Simonnet - Secretary. Barbara Aguilar will be the new Treasurer-Elect, Amélie Gauthier -Editor, Annaelle Edon - Event planner and Lionel Ripoll - Communication manager. Our 2020 SCC Quebec Chapter board members have another great year planned and we hope to see everyone next year. Please contact us if there are suggestions for specific subject matter to be presented next year. We love to get feedback and requests from our members. A big thank you to all the speakers and volunteers of 2019 for making it a great year! Lucian Ionescu 2020 Quebec Chapter Chair