Dr Valérie MENGEAUD

DUCRAY brand

Valérie MENGEAUD, PhD in Biology, is Global Medical Director at Laboratoires Dermatologiques Ducray. 

A researcher in skin biology, she has over 15 years of experience in clinical research and development in the field of hair and skin at Pierre Fabre Laboratories. 

A member of the French Society for Dermatological Research and the advisory board of the ECZEMA Foundation, she is the author of more than 60 scientific publications in dermatology.

She defines Ducray’s medical strategy, oversees clinical trials of the brand’s products and manages scientific communications with healthcare professionals.

Her career

Since 2016: Global Medical Director for Laboratoires Dermatologiques DUCRAY
(Pierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmétique, Les Cauquillous, LAVAUR) 

2010–2016: Head of the Clinical Exploration and Sensory Analysis Department
(Pierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmétique, Clinical and Cosmetic Safety Division – Hôtel Dieu, TOULOUSE)

Educational Qualifications: Doctor of Biology – PhD

  • PhD in Biology
    Dermatology Laboratory – INSERM U385 
    Prof. Ortonne, Department of Dermatology, Nice University Hospital
    Research topic: "A study of the mechanisms of pigmentation in pigment cells in vitro"
     
  • Postdoctoral Research
    Skin Diseases Research Laboratory 
    Prof. Bonérandi, Dermatology Department, Ste Marguerite Hospital, Marseille
    Research topic: “In vitro study of melanocytic tumours’’
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Her role within the DUCRAY brand 

Dr Valerie MENGEAUD is responsible for ensuring the scientific and medical rigour of the DUCRAY brand. Her key responsibilities include:

  • Concept development: co-creation of new products that address specific dermatological needs.
  • Clinical trials: overseeing trial protocols to demonstrate the efficacy of treatments for skin conditions (eczema, acne, wound healing, hair disorders).
  • Scientific collaboration: direct relationships with dermatologists and international experts to advance dermo-cosmetics.
  • Scientific communication: presentations of our clinical data at dermatology conferences and scientific events around the world. Writing scientific articles for peer-reviewed journals.

A word from the expert

My role is to ensure that every DUCRAY innovation is underpinned by robust clinical data and meets the needs of our patients and the expectations of healthcare professionals.
We turn science into everyday solutions to improve patients’ quality of life.

Dr Valérie MENGEAUD

Medical Director, DUCRAY

Her scientific publications

Find out about her latest research into seborrhoeic dermatitis, hair loss and acne, published in international scientific journals.

  • Seborrhoeic dermatitis

    Seborrhoeic dermatitis

    Metabolomics in Scalp Seborrheic Dermatitis Evidenced Key Changes in Inflammatory Markers Following a 10-Week Scalp Care Scheme with an Anti-dandruff Shampoo
     

  • Hair loss

    Hair loss

    Hair Loss in Patients on Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists: Understanding Risks and Managing Outcomes
     

  • Acne

    Acne

    The Effect of Myrtacine and Celastrol-Enriched Extract on Cutibacterium acnes Extracellular Vesicles
     

    Networks & Contact

    LinkedIn: Valérie MENGEAUD – Pierre Fabre Laboratories 
    Website: Our history | Laboratoires Dermatologiques Ducray