Alitu<![CDATA[The Green Chemist Podcast]]>en-gbpodcast2e1b1a16-2b06-5910-8a8a-88c6634c3f94biweeklyhttps://greenchemfinder.com/episodichello@thegreenchemist.comDr Barbara OliosoDr Barbara OliosoDr Barbara OliosofalseYese3b104cb-d8f9-491e-9be7-618a2c79296a<![CDATA[The Green Chemist down the Rabbit Hole of Supply Chain Traceability with MeiLin Wan of Genutrace]]>If you claim it, can you prove it?" MeiLin Wan of GenuTrace has spent two decades answering that question — using DNA tagging, isotope analysis, and genomic testing to trace nearly a billion pounds of cotton from source to shelf for retailers like Walmart and Sainsbury's.

We go down the rabbit hole of forensic traceability: how a material's natural fingerprint is read, where supply chains really break, and what happens when the science meets beauty — where one formula pulls from dozens of supply chains at once. Which claims can now be proven — "Moroccan argan oil," Egyptian cotton etc.

With regulation tightening and trust shrinking, an unproven claim is a liability. This is what proof looks like.

MeiLin Wan is the Founder and CEO of GenuTrace, a consultancy dedicated to strengthening supply chain traceability through science-based verification of material origin.

Her career spans more than 30 years across the personal care, textile, and apparel industries. She began her career in the personal care sector, working in the Technology and Intellectual Property department of a leading cosmetic contract manufacturer, where she supported innovation and the protection of proprietary technologies. She later served as Head of Marketing for a customized DNA-based skincare company, helping bring personalized beauty solutions to market at the intersection of science, technology, and consumer engagement.

Building on this foundation, MeiLin transitioned into the global textile and apparel industry, where she held senior leadership roles in product development, sourcing, sustainability, quality, and innovation. Throughout her career, she has worked closely with brands, retailers, manufacturers, and technology partners to improve supply chain transparency and responsible sourcing.

Today, through GenuTrace, MeiLin helps organizations verify material origin using scientific authentication technologies, including stable isotope analysis and DNA-based solutions. She believes that credible traceability starts with physically verifying the product itself, creating trusted data that strengthens digital traceability systems, supports regulatory compliance, and substantiates sustainability claims.

https://www.genutrace.com/personal-care

https://greenchemfinder.com/

]]>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:27:47 GMT00:40:50full1144Dr Barbara Olioso35781042-b23c-46e1-82fe-c000da6dcc0e<![CDATA[The Green Chemist at Suppliers Day 2026]]>Dr Barbara Olioso, The Green Chemist, reports from NYSCC Suppliers' Day in New York — where she collected the Cosmetics & Toiletries Allée Award for GreenChemFinder. In this episode: the US trends of biotech, precision fermentation, AI and exosomes; how AI unlocked fully renewable niacinamide and why it's an under-appreciated multifunctional antibacterial; the case for transparency behind biotech palm oil; milk-derived exosomes; the Personal Care Council's document on multifunctionals for microbial protection; and a clever water-based children's nail polish. New ingredients live on greenchemfinder.com — follow The Green Chemist on LinkedIn for updates.

https://greenchemfinder.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thegreenchemist/

]]>GlastonburyMon, 15 Jun 2026 17:03:42 GMT00:14:24full1133Dr Barbara Oliosoa0a14d31-bfee-4a4e-93cc-deafdb9ca7dd<![CDATA[The Green Chemist at In Cosmetics Global 2026]]>Dr Barbara Olioso, The Green Chemist, reports from the Sustainability Zone Theatre at in-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris. In this episode: biotech and upcycled ingredients, the comeback stories of Palo Santo and rosewood, and a deep dive into the Green Preservation Roundtable — covering multifunctionals, regulatory guidance on preservative claims, challenge testing best practice, and the future of Annex V.

New ingredients live on greenchemfinder.com — follow The Green Chemist on LinkedIn for updates.

]]>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:12:03 GMT00:14:481122a8528999-956b-4967-a172-310f4684a244<![CDATA[The Green Chemist at Cosmoprof 26]]>What is really going on in the beauty industry today? In this episode, Barbara Olioso reports live from Cosmoprof Bologna 2026 — one of the world's biggest beauty trade shows — to break down the four major trends shaping the future of cosmetics. From longevity science and biotech breakthroughs to cooling sensoriality and transformative textures, the show floor revealed where the industry is heading next. Barbara also highlights standout products from the Cosmopack awards, explores how brands like Dr Organic are using data-driven claims to win consumer trust, and explains why having the right ingredient data is the foundation of staying ahead. Whether you're a formulator, brand owner, or beauty enthusiast, this episode gives you the insights you need to keep up with a fast-moving industry. Visit https://thegreenchemist.com/ and find sustainable ingredients with useful data at https://greenchemfinder.com/

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