in-cosmetics Global 2027 Barcelona: Guide & Attendee List
By Ilyas Kerbal,
in-cosmetics Global is the leading exhibition for personal-care ingredients. It rotates between European cities each April: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles hosted in 2026, and the 2027 edition runs from 6 to 8 April 2027 in Barcelona. Around 1,000+ exhibitors and 13,000 unique visitors attend (estimate).
Cosmetic ingredient suppliers meet formulators and brand R&D teams. Formulation labs, innovation zones and a technical seminar programme make it highly practical.
in-cosmetics Global 2027 at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Industry | Cosmetic ingredients |
| Venue | Barcelona (2027); Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in 2026 |
| City and country | Rotating European cities, Europe |
| Next edition | 6–8 April 2027, Barcelona |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Does it move? | Yes. Rotates between European cities (Paris 2026, Barcelona 2027). |
| Scale | ~1,000+ exhibitors; ~13,000 unique visitors (estimate) |
| Organiser | RX |
| Typical ticket price | Free with early online registration; €70 later or on-site (2026) |
| Event app / platform | in-cosmetics app / matchmaking |
| Website | in-cosmetics.com |
What in-cosmetics covers
- Cosmetic actives and functional ingredients
- Fragrances and colourants
- Natural, organic and biotech ingredients
- Formulation and testing services
- Regulatory and safety
Clean beauty, biotech-derived ingredients and regulation are key themes.
A rotating show
in-cosmetics Global moves between European cities: Paris in 2026, Barcelona in 2027. Sister events include in-cosmetics Asia, Latin America and Korea.
Who attends
| Audience | Interest | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic chemists and formulators | Ingredients | Specifiers |
| R&D and product developers | Innovation | Decision-makers |
| Brand marketing and innovation managers | Claims and trends | Influencers |
| Regulatory and testing professionals | Compliance | Stakeholders |
| Distributors | Lines | Channel |
Cosmetics production line. Photo: JagiellońskieJCI, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Registration
In 2026, registration was free online before 30 March and €70 afterwards or on site.
App and matchmaking
in-cosmetics provides an app and online platform with exhibitor search and matchmaking. Many suppliers compete for the same R&D teams, so targeted research pays off.
How to prospect in-cosmetics Global
- List beauty brands by size and category (skin, hair, colour, sun).
- Identify R&D directors, formulation heads and innovation managers.
- Include contract manufacturers, who also choose ingredients.
- Reference claims and regulatory support in outreach.
- Register early for free entry.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Focused ingredient-sourcing audience | Rotating city |
| Free early registration | Narrow technical audience |
| Practical formulation content | Many suppliers competing for R&D teams |
Frequently asked questions
When is in-cosmetics Global 2027?
From 6 to 8 April 2027 in Barcelona.
Is in-cosmetics Global free?
In 2026, registration was free online before 30 March and €70 afterwards.
Who organises in-cosmetics Global?
RX.
Can I get an in-cosmetics attendee list?
Attendee data is not exportable. An enriched list covers brands, R&D teams and exhibitors.
Plan for Barcelona
For an enriched in-cosmetics list, ask for a quote on the Prospector home page.
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Sources
Image credits
- Cover image: Photo: Zarateman, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons. Fira Barcelona Gran Via, host of in-cosmetics Global 2027.
- In-article image: Photo: JagiellońskieJCI, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Cosmetics production line.
