Pond's, Dove and CLEAR to showcase new insights at the Asian Dermatological Congress taking place in Hong Kong from 10 – 13 July 2013

27th June 2013, United Arab Emirates – For the first time, Unilever's pioneering brands including Pond's, Dove & Clear have collaborated as the platinum sponsor of the 9th Annual Asian Dermatological Congress (ADC). Co-organized by the Asian Dermatological Association, the Hong Kong College of Dermatologists and the Hong Kong Society of Dermatology and Venereology, the ADC will be held on 10–13 July 2013 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), and is expected to attract more than 1,000 dermatologists from across Asia and beyond, offering scientific sessions, satellite symposia, poster sessions and industry technical exhibits..

Unilever's presence at ADC underscores its progress to help people feel good, look good, and get more out of life. During the conference, the brands will showcase insights and innovations in various areas of skin and hair care including cleansing methods for sensitive skin as well as scalp health.

Pond's: A Focus on the latest science and innovation in skincare

Since 1846, Pond's has invented clinically proven, innovative products that work, setting the benchmark across skincare beauty globally.

At the ADC, scientists from The Pond's Institute will share latest knowledge in skincare science and innovations that address skincare concerns like acne.

Dove: Cleansing Innovations for Sensitive Skin

Throughout the years, Dove has been bringing its messages on the importance of mild and moisturizing cleansers to doctors' offices across Asia. Dove will be at the ADC showing dermatologists how the choice of cleanser makes a difference to their patients. Dove is bringing top dermatologists and scientists together to present their latest research and clinical study data in a symposium on how cleansers affect the barrier properties skin, an important topic for eczema, atopic.

Dove will present their latest research and clinical study data in a symposium titled: “Stratum Corneum Lipid Barrier Dysfunction and the Clinical Relevance of Lipid Replenishing Technology.” The session will be held on 12th July at 12.00.

CLEAR: A Focus on Scalp Health

CLEAR is the brand that firmly believes a healthy, nourished scalp is the source of protection against scalp problems (dandruff, itch, dryness and grease) and advocates building the foundation for strong, healthy beautiful hair. The ADC will serve as a platform to engage dermatologists with CLEAR technology, as well as, establishing strong credibility through the endorsement of key opinion leaders' in its partnership program.

CLEAR will continue to dedicate resources to research and contributions in the area of scalp health to provide advancements to its winning formulations currently endorsed by the International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology.