Alan Farer

Alan Farer currently serves as Vice President of R&D at Coty, Inc., a position held since January 2000, overseeing the development of color cosmetic brands such as Astor, Rimmel, and Sally Hansen. Prior experience includes serving as Director of Color Cosmetic Innovation at Avon Products, Inc. from January 1998 to January 2000, and as Director of R&D Color and Technology Surveillance at L'Oreal S.A. from September 1986 to September 1998, where responsibilities included leading the color cosmetic research team and monitoring technology advancements. Earlier roles include serving as a Senior Chemist at Cover Girl from September 1982 to September 1986 and as a Chemist at Revlon from September 1978 to September 1982, focusing on the development of foundations and powders. Alan Farer earned a degree from Albright College from 1974 to 1978.