Introduction to Cosmetics formulation and development
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Nov 08, 2024
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A detailed overview of Introduction to Cosmetics formulation and development
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Language: en
Added: Nov 08, 2024
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Introduction to Cosmetic Formulating
What you’ll learn Cosmetic industry Types of products & formulation forms Types of raw materials Testing requirements Setting up a cosmetic lab Information to make you a better cosmetic chemist
Almost everything I learned about formulating, I learned on the job and from other formulators … not in college
You don’t need chemistry degree to learn to formulate… But if you want a job as a formulator, then you’ll need one
Being a Cosmetic Chemist is great! Low stress Inventing Creative Learning Fun! Actual Impact
The Cosmetics Industry
Knowing the industry will help you start your career, get formulation ideas, & help you innovate
Skin Products
Image of hair products Hair Products
Image of color cosmetics Color Cosmetics
Perfume & F r a g r ances
Oral / Personal Care Products Toothpaste Mouthwash Whitening strips Deodorant Depilatories
Cosmetic-type products with FDA Monographs (OTC) Restricted Active Ingredients Restricted Claims
Strongest Personal Care Brands 1) L’Oreal Paris 2) Colgate 3) Gillette 4) Lancome 5) Nivea 6) Garnier 7) Clinique 8) Dove 9) Estee Lauder 10) Pantene Pro V 11) Olay 12) Crest 13) Shiseido 14) Oral-B 15) Head and Shoulders * According to Women’s Wear Daily
Top Cosmetic Brands Emulate Formulas From these brands when you Create Products
Cosmetic Raw Materials
Knowing the raw materials is essential information for you to make cosmetic formulas
Cosmetic Raw Materials Functional Aesthetic Claims / Marketing Found in the INCI Dictionary
Cosmetic Raw Material Classifications
Most important Functional Cosmetic Raw Materials ● Cleansers Conditioning Agents Colorants Fragrances Active ingredients Film formers ● ● ● ● ●
Aesthetic Raw Materials Solvents Adjusters Thickeners Fragrance Fillers Special Effects Delivery Systems Preservatives
Claims Ingredients Added to support a marketing story Vitamins Botanical Extracts Proteins Anti-Aging Advanced technology
Types of Cosmetic Formulas
Knowing the formula types will allow you to create products that consumers want to use
8 Formulation Types ● Solutions Creams Lotions Oi n t m e n ts Powders Gels Sticks Ae r osols ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
6 Steps to Creating a cosmetic formula / product Getting set up Picking a benchmark Starting formulas Raw materials Making prototypes Testing
Step 2 – Picking a Benchmark Benchmark: A commercial product that approximates your desired product
Factors when choosing a benchmark Performance characteristics Aesthetics Market Popularity Matches your consumer expectations
Using a benchmark Quantify how it works Use the product Note performance Do lab tests Characteristics ● ● ● ● ● ● F o am Feel Odor ● ●
Step 3 – Finding a Starting Formula
Where to get Starting Formulas ● Chemical suppliers Patents Books Trade journals Ingredient lists LOIs ● ● ● ●
Step 4 - Cosmetic Raw Materials
Learning about Raw Materials INCI Dictionary Buyer’s Guide Happi.com PCPC buyers guide Aggregators ulprospector.com knowde.com chemberry.com Trade shows
Get in-depth information about How, when & why to use specific cosmetic ingredients https://bit.ly/PCF-raw-materials
Getting Raw Materials Order from supplier Meet sales people at SCC meetings Trade shows Buying ingredients Amazon Direct from supplier eBay
Step 5 – Making Prototypes
Basic procedure Largest volume first Add powders first. Heat formula Add liquid ingredients Mix at high temp 20 min Cool batch Below 40C add temp sensitive ingredients Cool to RT
Step 6 - Testing Prototypes Knowing how to test cosmetics ensures you make high quality, safe, stable & legal products