MicroProtection Technical Manager
Symrise
Susan Pungitore has a Master’s Degree in Biology and over 17 years of experience in the cosmetics and beauty care industry. As a senior researcher at the wet-wipe manufacturer Nice-Pak, she was responsible for the marketing and clinical studies of FDA-approved topical skin antiseptic products. She also marketed and developed EPA-registered disinfectant and sanitizer products. Prior to that, she worked at chemical company ISP (currently Ashland) and cosmetics manufacturer Avon. At the latter, she coordinated microbiological tests in research and product development, covering an extensive assortment of cosmetic and personal care formulations.