Our Story

IOMA, 10 years of high-tech scientific research.

  • 2002
      • Launch of Research programs for Mems and skin measuring devices programs.
      • Patent application of probes and sensors.
      • Patent application of IOMA trademark.
  • 2003
      • Commercial launch of Skin Evidence - the first skin analysis device dedicated exclusively to dermatologists and cosmetic.
  • 2007
      • ISO certificate and CE, CB, cTUV norms of all skin analysis device.
      • Integration of La Licorne Laboratories, experts in composing and formulating cosmetic products.
      • Two products lines are launched :
        • IOMA Sphere.
        • IOMA Beauty Diag.
  • 2009
      • Opening in France of the first IOMA point of sale.
  • 2010
      • Creation of 7 high performance skincare ranges that guarantee a proven effectiveness thanks to the measuring devices.
      • Commercial distribution of IOMA in the Beauty Success network in France.
      • Commercial distribution of IOMA in the Marionnaud network in France.
      • IOMA BEAUTY TOUR:
        • The brand travels by bus around France visiting 10 cities to introduce its concept to more than 10,000 consumers.
  • 2011
      • Launch of the revolutionary product Customized Youth Rituals: more than 864 possible personalized combinations.
      • Launch of the IOMA body product line : 3 expert ranges, 6 products with precise effectiveness.
      • Launch of IOMA at SAKS Fifth Avenue in New York and Beverly Hills.
  • 2012
      • Launch of the brand at Harrods in London.
      • Deployment of IOMA Link in 320 Marionnaud stores and 82 Beauty Success stores.
      • Launch of IOMA Tabs, the Land Rover offer for IOMA products : 7 doses, 7 days of skincare, 7 euros.
      • Launch of IOMA in Ukraine.
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jean michel karam at IOMA

Interview with Jean Michel Karam, IOMA Founder and Chief Executive Officer

For a scientist like Jean Michel Karam to invest in the cosmetics industry it was a must to be able to show and demonstrate the effectiveness of his products...

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