Al Khobar, October 25, 2025
Cantabria Labs hosted the Saudi Bright Night event at Al Mawad 2 Hall, bringing together leading dermatologists, researchers, and skincare professionals from across the Kingdom to explore the latest scientific advances in depigmentation and skin-whitening protocols.
The event continued the brand’s mission to highlight Retinsphere Technology, Cantabria Labs’ breakthrough innovation in depigmentation therapy, and to celebrate the official Saudi launch of two pioneering formulations under the Neoretin line:
Opening Remarks
The session opened with Dr. Yasir Shaikh, Dermatology Consultant and Laser Surgeon at King Fahad Specialist Hospital in Dammam, who addressed the growing prevalence of pigmentation disorders in Saudi Arabia and underscored the importance of clinical, evidence-based approaches tailored to local skin phototypes.
Scientific Presentations
Dr. Najla Al-Dawsari, Consultant Dermatologist, delivered an insightful presentation on post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, highlighting recent clinical data on Azelaic Acid as an effective tyrosinase inhibitor that improves pigment uniformity and overall skin clarity.
The session also reviewed emerging evidence supporting Tranexamic Acid (TXA) as a safe and well-tolerated option for depigmentation, particularly in sensitive skin, while emphasizing the need for personalized dosing and duration to optimize results.
Innovation from Cantabria Labs
Professor James Macfarlane, Global Marketing Project Manager at Cantabria Labs Spain, presented the company’s latest innovations in advanced pigment correction, focusing on the unique benefits of Retinsphere Technology in enhancing the efficacy and tolerability of retinoids.
He introduced the two new Neoretin launches, detailing their clinical performance in reducing melasma severity scores by over 50%, and reaffirmed Cantabria Labs’ leadership in dermatological research and innovation.
Interactive Discussion and Conclusion
The event concluded with an interactive Q&A session, where dermatologists exchanged practical experiences and discussed best depigmentation and skin-whitening protocols applicable to Saudi patients.
Saudi Bright Night in Al Khobar reaffirmed Cantabria Labs’ unwavering commitment to scientific excellence, physician education, and innovation-driven skincare — setting new standards for effective and safe pigment correction solutions across the region.
