Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the transformation of the Chinese cosmetics industry from "incremental competition" to "stock game," emphasizing the need for scientific validation and trust in brands as consumer expectations evolve from mere functionality to a demand for verifiable scientific evidence [5][30]. Group 1: Industry Challenges - The cosmetics industry faces multiple pain points, including insufficient time for brand establishment, lack of scientific narratives, and broken evidence chains, pushing brands to the edge [3]. - Consumers are increasingly demanding scientifically backed products, leading to a shift from marketing-driven to research-driven approaches in the industry [5]. - The absence of a unified scientific language among brands has resulted in trust confusion, making it difficult for consumers to compare product values and leading to choice anxiety [6]. Group 2: SIA100 System Introduction - The SIA100 scientific skincare evaluation system was launched to address these challenges, serving as a trust infrastructure that integrates contributions from doctors, researchers, and brands, creating a replicable industry standard [4][7]. - SIA100 is not merely a certification tool but a comprehensive framework that connects academia, research, and clinical practice, providing a unified value measurement standard for the industry [7][8]. Group 3: Expert Collaboration and Evaluation - The SIA100 system is backed by a consortium of over 200 international experts, ensuring the scientific credibility and authority of the evaluation process [8][9]. - The SIA100 evaluation criteria are dynamic and evolve annually based on the latest scientific advancements and industry needs, ensuring relevance and applicability [9]. Group 4: Industry Impact and Future Directions - The SIA100 system has already validated 42 products and 16 technologies in its first collection, demonstrating its effectiveness in bridging the gap between research and market needs [10][12]. - The SIA Alliance has gathered over 80 member companies, forming a collaborative network that enhances the ecological value of the SIA100 system and shifts scientific evaluation from a single standard to an industry consensus [12][30]. - As the demand for scientific innovation deepens, the SIA100 system will continue to evolve, expanding its categories and enhancing its evaluation dimensions by 2025 [16][30].