A Brief History of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists

Pragna Chakravarti is a pharmaceutical chemist and cosmetics researcher and developer with more than two decades of experience. The former chief scientific officer and senior vice president of worldwide research at JAFRA, Pragna Chakravarti is also a member of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC), an organization devoted to the advancement of cosmetics science.

Founded in 1945, SCC has strived to uphold high educational, ethical, and professional standards of practice within the cosmetics science industry. With over 5,000 members in 19 chapters located throughout Canada and the US, the society provides an opportunity for members to share ideas and innovations. Each chapter publishes monthly newsletters, conducts educational seminars, and hosts monthly meetings. In addition, the society disperses scientific research among its members through publications and meetings and maintains a digitized inventory of products developed in accordance to sound industry standards. 

SCC presents several prestigious awards, including the Shaw Mudge Award and the SCC Merit Award, in recognition of its members’ contributions and achievements in cosmetics science and research.