Abu Dhabi, UAE – The sixth edition of the L’Oréal Derma Event brought together more than 1,000 dermatologists and healthcare professionals from across the Middle East, both in person and online, marking the highest attendance in the event’s history. Organized in collaboration with top regional and international medical societies—such as the Emirates Dermatology Society (EDS), Saudi Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery (SSDDS), MEIDAM, and SAAM—the forum was also supported by leading UAE health bodies including the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), and SAFA.
Scientific Exchange and Milestone Celebration
The event featured high-level discussions on dermatological innovation, celebrating 50 years of scientific progress by La Roche-Posay. The brand's anniversary underscored its legacy in skin science and its ongoing contribution to evidence-based skincare in clinical settings.
Advancing Knowledge and Clinical Practice
With a core focus on scientific development, the forum showcased cutting-edge research, product innovations, and best practices in dermatology. Attendees were eligible to earn 24 CME credits, recognizing the educational value of the event.
Keynote Contributions and Focus Areas
Renowned dermatologists, including Dr. Simon Danby, Prof. Jerry Tan, and Dr. Mukta Sachdev, led sessions on critical topics such as emollient therapy, acne management, pigmentation, and skin recovery post-procedure. The integration of mental health perspectives and dermo-cosmetics into practice was also explored.
Launch of the Medfluencer Academy
A key highlight was the launch of the Medfluencer Academy—the region’s first program aimed at equipping healthcare professionals with digital communication skills. Over 200 participants engaged in hybrid sessions blending expert-led panels, practical workshops, and social media training. In partnership with digital experts from Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, and VML, doctors were trained in video storytelling, content production, and algorithmic trends to effectively share medical knowledge online.
Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation
Certified as a Green Event, L’Oréal Derma 2025 aligned with healthcare sustainability goals, reflecting growing environmental accountability within the sector.
Sanaa Bougazzoul, General Manager of L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty Middle East, emphasized the platform’s ongoing mission to unite scientific progress with public engagement.
Dr. Khaled Nuaimi (MEIDAM) and Dr. Aiman Al Naeem (EDS) reinforced the importance of adapting knowledge-sharing methods and commended the event for merging clinical excellence with digital fluency.By combining in-person engagement with digital expansion, L’Oréal Derma 2025 highlighted the evolving landscape of dermatology—positioning itself at the intersection of scientific innovation, medical education, and digital transformation.