Mary Kay Inc., a top beauty brand, and direct seller in nearly 40 markets around the world, announces the appointment of Dr. Lucy Gildea as Chief Scientific Officer at the company’s global headquarters in Addison, Texas.
Dr. Gildea will lead the Global Research and Development function, developing innovative products and increasing the number of patents to secure Mary Kay’s status as one of the top innovators in the direct selling and cosmetics industries.
With more than 1,300 patents for products, technologies and packaging designs in its global portfolio, and more than 130 patents granted in 2016 alone, Dr. Gildea will develop and execute Mary Kay’s Global Product Strategy and Innovation Pipeline.
“Dr. Gildea’s proven track record and success to embed high efficacy science in the personal care product industry will enhance Mary Kay’s ability