Cosmetics R&D

This module focuses on R&D in the cosmetics industry and will emphasize scientific expertise and innovation through courses and lectures. In addition, students will participate in case studies on the design and development of cosmetics and wellness products.

The practical component will focus specifically on the development of makeup products:

A Review of the Ingredients in Makeup Products

Natural or synthetic colorants. Understand the various formulations used in cosmetics and know how to select raw materials.

Know how to select pigments based on the desired target. Know how to disperse them and understand surface treatment.

Marketing Study on Specific Makeup Formulations

Theoretical courses on raw materials and formulations used in cosmetics, manufacturing processes, as well as market trends and possible tests (claims, physicochemical tests, efficacy tests, etc.)

In practice:

Hands-on courses on pigment premixes, foundations, and lipsticks, combined with sensory evaluations

Application in the formulation of various makeup products (foundation, lipstick, mascara, etc. ;) and quality control of finished products.

Hourly volumes*:

            CM: 20

            TD: 5

            TP: 15

Provide the tools needed to fully understand R&D in the cosmetics industry and to meet the expectations of these industries.

Application to Makeup Products

• Gain knowledge about the raw materials used in cosmetics, formulations, market trends, and possible tests (claims, physicochemical tests, efficacy tests, etc.), as well as a comprehensive understanding of an INCI list.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of the manufacturing processes for various cosmetic formulations, with a particular focus on pigment premixes (monochromatic or otherwise, the benefits of treated pigments, and their impact on the formulation), foundations, and lipsticks, etc. 
• Learning formulation methodology (adapting and improving formulas, changes to be made, sensory evaluation, possible tests between trials, checks to be performed, compliance with a defined benchmark, selection of ingredients, etc.)
• To provide food for thought on industrial implementation.
• To provide food for thought on regulation.
• Provide insights to help promote the product.

Bachelor's-level and interdisciplinary chemistry skills acquired during semesters 1 and 2 of the ICAP Cosmetics Master's program

Comprehensive Continuous Monitoring

Courses taught by industry professionals and faculty members specializing in the relevant field.

Administrative contact(s):

Master's in Chemistry Office

https://master-chimie.edu.umontpellier.fr/