First Ever South African SkinAlliance Forum 2026

Advancing Evidence-Based Dermatology & Dermocosmetic Innovations Across Diverse Skin Types

📍 Johannesburg, South Africa  |  Organized by SkinAlliance Forum in partnership with SASDS, DSSA, ASOCS & AAMSSA

Executive Summary

  • Event Type: Multi-disciplinary Academic Medical Congress (2-day event)
  • Target Audience: Dermatologists, General Practitioners (GPs), Aesthetic Doctors, and Plastic Surgeons
  • Core Focus: Evidence-based dermatology, dermocosmetic integrations, and clinical expertise sharing
  • Partner Societies: South African Society for Dermatologic Surgery (SASDS), Dermatology Society of South Africa (DSSA), African Skin of Colour Society (ASOCS), and Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine Society of South Africa (AAMSSA)
  • Supporting Dermocosmetic Brands: La Roche-Posay, CeraVe, SkinCeuticals
  • Key Clinical Themes: Skin of colour phototypes, emerging dermatology trends, dermocosmetics integration, pre- & post-procedure protocols, integrated skincare, longevity, GLP-1 and peptides in skincare, acne, hyperpigmentation, photoprotection, atopic dermatitis

About the Congress

The inaugural South Africa SkinAlliance Forum 2026 convened healthcare professionals for a two-day academic congress aimed at driving evidence-based clinical practices and establishing international standards in dermatology.

Developed in partnership with SASDS, DSSA, ASOCS, and AAMSSA, the scientific program focused on bridging cutting-edge clinical research with practical dermocosmetic interventions, supported by La Roche-Posay, CeraVe, and SkinCeuticals.

Key Scientific & Clinical Topics Covered

  1. Advanced Dermocosmetic Science Forum: Emerging Dermatology Trends | Post-Procedure Care | Acne | Atopic Dermatitis | Hyperpigmentation | Photoprotection | Oncodermatology | Dispensing Dermocosmetics
  2. Integrated Skincare Forum: Longevity | Pre- & Post-Procedure Protocols | GLP-1 & Skincare | Peptides & Antioxidants | Neuromodulators | Biostimulators, Boosters & Integrated Skincare | Ethics in Aesthetics
  3. Frontline Dermatology Forum: Acne | Xerosis | Atopic Dermatitis | Photoprotection | Skin Barrier | Ceramides | Skin Cancer | Albinism | Dermocosmetics

On-Demand Video Replays & Highlights

⏳ The session recordings from this event are currently being finalized and will be made available shortly. Please check back soon to access the full 2-day program replays.

Who Should Watch Replays?

  • Dermatologists seeking advanced and emerging evidence-based dermocosmetic integration protocols and trends
  • Aesthetic Physicians and Plastic Surgeons looking to optimize integrated skincare and pre- & post-procedure protocols
  • General Practitioners managing chronic dermatological conditions in primary care settings, such as dry skin and acne

Partner Organizations & Supporting Brands

Academic & Clinical Partners

  • SASDS: South African Society for Dermatologic Surgery
  • DSSA: Dermatology Society of South Africa
  • ASOCS: African Skin of Colour Society
  • AAMSSA: Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine Society of South Africa

Supporting L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty Brands

  • La Roche-Posay: Scientific clinical solutions for dermatological pathologies
  • CeraVe: Essential ceramide technology for skin barrier restoration
  • SkinCeuticals: Advanced antioxidant science and aesthetic procedure integration