L’Oreal Resident Research & Innovation Day of Discovery

The Women’s Dermatologic Society partnered again with L’Oreal USA to bring our resident members an exciting new opportunity from CeraVe, La Roche-Posay and Vichy! This two-night, one-full day program had two components.

Participants met with the L’Oreal Research & Innovation team of scientists and chemists to learn about both upstream innovations (molecules, delivery systems) as well as Applied and Advanced research to understand how current ingredients and molecules are used in current and near-term OTC vehicles. 

In the afternoon, the participants met with the brand marketing teams from CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, who gave an overview of the brand history and key commitments. A local dermatologist highlighted key clinical data from each of the brands.

Applications for future Day of Discovery program opportunities will open in the Fall 2026. 

Eligibility

• Applicants must be within their 3^rd year of residency.
• Applicants must be a member of WDS in good standing.
• Applicants must reside in the U.S. and be able to travel to New York.

Application Checklist

• Online form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Area of Interest/Specialty
• How do you envision this program will inform and impact your future career in dermatology?

Timeline - the 2026 timeline will be posted soon

Thanks to our generous sponsor, L'Oreal USA, recipients will receive financial support to offset travel expenses.