Ming Jie Tan, President of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists Singapore; Assoc Prof Andrew Tan, Vice-Dean of Innovation and Enterprise at NTU Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine; AOX CEO John Tan; and AOX founder Jeffrey Tan at CONNEX-C Asia 2026, where AOX was a Gold Sponsor.
23–24 July 2026
AOX Proudly Supports CONNEX-C ASIA 2026 as Gold Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Supporting a platform dedicated to scientific exchange, innovation and industry collaboration.
Healthy Ageing
Encouraging greater consideration of hydration and water quality in longevity discussions.
Scientific Collaboration
Connecting with researchers, scientists and professionals across the cosmetic industry.
Science-Backed Innovation
Sharing AOX’s journey of investigating water through structured laboratory research.
Why AOX Supported CONNEX-C ASIA 2026
Advancing science-backed innovation in hydration, cosmetic science and healthy ageing
At AOX, we believe that trust is built through responsible research, transparent communication and meaningful collaboration between science and industry. Supporting CONNEX-C ASIA reflects our commitment to these values.
About CONNEX-C ASIA 2026
CONNEX-C ASIA 2026 brought together researchers, clinicians, scientists, suppliers and industry professionals to exchange knowledge and advance conversations across cosmetic science, longevity and innovation.
Organised by the Society of Cosmetic Scientists Singapore in partnership with the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, the programme included a sustainability workshop on 22 July, followed by the scientific conference on 23 and 24 July 2026.
Conference discussions covered areas including:
- longevity science;
- suncare innovation;
- haircare science;
- sustainability; and
- developments within the Indonesian cosmetics market.
The programme reflected the growing importance of collaboration between researchers, institutions and businesses in developing innovations that are both meaningful and scientifically responsible.
Gold Sponsor Introduction
Sharing AOX’s research journey at CONNEX-C ASIA 2026
As Gold Sponsor, AOX was invited to provide a short company and product introduction during the conference.
AOX CEO John Tan shared the thinking behind AOX’s collagen-renewing water systems, the company’s research journey and its belief that water quality deserves a meaningful place in wider conversations about healthy ageing.
Presenting AOX’s story within a scientific setting reflected the values that have guided the company since its founding.
Curiosity
Continuous Innovation
Responsible Research
Scientific Investigation
Hydration
Considering how much water we consume over a lifetime, its quality deserves greater attention.
Hydration is one of the foundations of health. Yet because drinking water is such an ordinary part of everyday life, many of us rarely stop to consider the water we consume.
At AOX, this led us to explore whether water could do more than simply meet our basic hydration needs.
Our Question
Can water do more than simply meet our basic hydration needs?
Our Approach
Proprietary filtration supported by structured laboratory research.
In-Vitro Research
Blinded In-Vitro Testing Using Human Cell Models
AOX water was assessed through blinded in-vitro laboratory testing using human cell models. Under the specific study conditions, two key findings relating to cellular activity were observed.
+72%
Collagen-Producing Cell Activity
The laboratory study examined the response of cells involved in collagen production when exposed to AOX water.
+61%
Cellular Wound-Healing Activity
A separate assessment examined cellular wound-healing activity under controlled in-vitro conditions.
These findings were observed under specific laboratory conditions and do not establish equivalent outcomes in humans. They reflect AOX’s commitment to investigating its water through structured scientific research.
In-Vivo Research
Preclinical In-Vivo Research
Following the in-vitro research, AOX conducted a preclinical in-vivo study involving two groups of mice placed on a high-fat diet over eight weeks. One group consumed AOX water, while the comparison group consumed tap water.
35.5%
Lower Average Final Body Weight
At the end of the eight-week study, the mice drinking AOX water recorded an average final body weight 35.5% lower than the group drinking tap water.
55%
Lower Liver Lipid Accumulation
Further analysis found 55% lower lipid accumulation in the livers of the mice drinking AOX water.
The study was conducted with the involvement of Associate Professor Andrew Tan and the relevant research team. These findings arose from a preclinical animal study and do not establish equivalent outcomes in humans.
Used by 10,000+ households and organisations
From homes and healthcare institutions to government offices and major corporations, AOX supports the everyday water needs of customers across Singapore.
Healthcare
AOX water systems are used within hospitals, healthcare institutions and medical environments across Singapore.
These organisations rely on dependable access to filtered drinking water for staff, patients and visitors.
Corporate
AOX supports the everyday drinking-water needs of businesses and major organisations, including OCBC Bank.
Our systems are designed to provide convenient and dependable hydration for employees, clients and visitors.
Public Sector
AOX systems have been installed within government offices, including the Istana and the Prime Minister’s Office.
We are grateful for the confidence placed in AOX across important public-sector environments.
We are grateful for the confidence that families and organisations have placed in AOX, and remain committed to continued research, product development and customer care.
Strengthening connections across research, innovation and industry
CONNEX-C ASIA 2026 created valuable opportunities for AOX to engage with researchers, scientific professionals and industry leaders beyond the formal conference programme.
Through conversations, facility visits and exchanges with members of the scientific community, AOX gained further insight into how responsible research and industry experience can work together to support meaningful innovation.
At the AOX booth, participants were also invited to sample AOX water, explore our filtration technology and learn more about our research journey.
Looking Ahead
Continuing our commitment to science-backed innovation
AOX was honoured to support a conference that promotes scientific rigour, knowledge-sharing and meaningful collaboration between researchers and industry.
We thank the Society of Cosmetic Scientists Singapore, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, the organisers, speakers, researchers and industry participants who contributed to CONNEX-C ASIA 2026.
