PT Paragon Technology and Innovation (ParagonCorp), marking its 40-year journey and consistently strengthening its commitment as a Purposeful Beauty Tech Company, successfully presents Beauty Science Tech (BST) 2026. BST 2026 is held from 21 to 25 January at City Hall, Pondok Indah Mall 3, Jakarta. BST highlights ParagonCorp’s ongoing innovations, enabling it to step onto the global stage and contribute to shaping new directions and standards for the global beauty industry.
Headlining the theme “Beauty Rewired: Where Science, Technology, and Soul Transform Life,” BST 2026 showcases ParagonCorp’s achievements, including winning 11 C&T Allē Awards 2025, for integrating science, technology, and meaningful impact to create globally competitive and sustainable innovations.
“Along our 40-year journey, we consistently pursue impact, and from there, growth follows. This has been the core purpose of ParagonCorp’s growth. BST 2026 reaffirms our commitment to continuing to contribute to the development of the global beauty ecosystem through sustainable, inclusive, and meaningful innovation. Year after year, BST serves as a showcase of how ParagonCorp leverages beauty science and technology to create innovations that deliver real impact for consumers, society, and the planet,” said Harman Subakat, Group CEO of ParagonCorp.
As one of the largest beauty research and development centers in Southeast Asia and home to the world’s leading halal beauty products, ParagonCorp continues to strengthen its innovation ecosystem through collaborations with more than 20 global technology partners in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). These collaborations have resulted in more than 24 AI-powered consumer experiences designed to help consumers understand their skin condition, facial characteristics, and other body needs with precision. At BST 2026, visitors were invited to immerse themselves in various AI technologies developed by ParagonCorp, demonstrating how science- and technology-based innovations deliver more inclusive and personalized beauty solutions.
Aligned with ParagonCorp’s vision to move onto the global stage through a science-, technology-, and impact-driven approach, BST 2026 features a series of interactive and informative forums serving as platforms for strategic dialogue and collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, media, influencers, and global partners.
Several cross-sector figures shared insights at the Opening Ceremony of BST 2026, including Retno Marsudi, Board of Council Paragon Wardah, Stewardship for Global Impact; Davide Pennino, PhD, Co-Founder and CEO of Biotix; and Bhavna Rawlley, Managing Director of Accenture SEA. They highlighted the importance of science-based innovation, the responsible and ethical application of technology, particularly AI, and the role of companies in delivering meaningful impact to global communities facing increasingly dynamic uncertainty.
Beauty enthusiasts and members showed great enthusiasm in visiting the interactive booths, showcasing over 10 innovative experiences from ParagonCorp’s brand portfolio. Various thematic zones were introduced, including the Hall of Purpose, presenting ParagonCorp’s future vision; Sphere of Beauty Tech, as a hub for technology-driven innovation; Collective Space, a collaboration area; Beauty Beyond Stage, highlighting global partnerships; and the Future Store, presenting a future retail concept centered on experience and technology.
Through BST 2026, ParagonCorp also expresses its commitment to collaborate with various stakeholders in shaping a more meaningful future beauty industry from Indonesia to the global level.
