A Fresh Start to 2026: Our January Round-Up
A closer look at what we got up to in January
January didn’t waste any time. From industry events and international visits to training sessions, trend forecasting, and the first steps of an exciting rebrand, we kicked off 2026 with plenty of momentum!
Here’s what we’ve been up to:
Cosmet'Agora: Industry Insights from January
We started off strong with our Head of Technical, Caroline, and Technical Sales Manager, Stephanie, travelling to Paris for Cosmet'Agora.
They discovered the latest trends in beauty, raw materials, textures, new technologies, and safety and efficacy testing!
Around the Table: Elementis January Board Visit
We had the pleasure of the Elementis board coming to visit 'little old us' in our Ascot office!
It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, share knowledge, and show our new senior leadership team the creativity and passion that goes into everything we do at Alchemy.
Leveling Up: Training that Moved Us Forward
January was all about training and connection. From the UK to Asia and across to the US, our team hit the road (and Teams!) to meet with customers and Elementis colleagues from around the world.
Through hands-on sessions, knowledge sharing, and collaborative discussions, we kicked off the year by building expertise, strengthening partnerships, and aligning on what’s ahead.
Team Building: Post-Training Playtime
After all the training, the team headed out for some darts and shuffleboard fun.
Shuffleboard glory went to Carla, Maria, and Moritz, with Carla earning a reputation for her ruthless shuffleboard strategy.
And over at the dartboard, Marco and Moritz took home the win!
On the Road: Customer Visit to the Czech Republic
Our Technical Sales Executive, Alia Garcia, visited our customers in the Czech Republic.
During her trip, Alia enjoyed showcasing our ingredients and delivering hands-on customer training sessions. It was a great opportunity to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and strengthen relationships.
She even managed to fit in a little sightseeing along the way!
Looking Ahead: Our Trend Predictions for 2026
We asked our team to share their predictions for the beauty industry in 2026 - and the ideas were as diverse as our roles! From the lab team to sales, all the way up to our CCO, everyone had something exciting to contribute.
Here’s a peek at the trends they see on the horizon:
- Ingredient clarity
- Skin longevity
- Multi-functional products
- Personalised skincare
New Year, New Look: Our Logo Rebrand Journey
Now we're part of the Elementis group, our marketing team have been busy re-branding!
From technical documents to product presentations, we’ve been busy rolling out our fresh Alchemy by Elementis logo across platforms and documentation.
It’s been exciting to see our new partnership come to life.