Eco-design in cosmetics

What is eco-design? 

Product Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
Who certifies?
Eco-design & raw materials
Biodiversity and the Nagoya Protocol.
Reminders on the principles of green chemistry
Ecotoxicology and biodegradability
Manufacturing an eco-designed cosmetic product
Trends related to eco-design

Eco-designed packaging: what is its impact?

Concept of ecotoxicology: impact on the environment/biodegradability

Information on eco-design measures: what tools are available/impact assessment Recyclability of packaging: measurement and analysis (raw materials/formulas/ecotoxicology).

Students will be given a scenario to work with.

Hourly volumes:

            CM: 20

            TD: 10

            TP: 10

Designing new cosmetic formulas with a sustainable vision: considering raw materials, from source to implementation.

Inform and raise awareness among students about the choice of raw materials and processes for the development of responsible products. 

Raise awareness about the difference between a responsible product and a natural product. 

Know the standards, protocols, and laws related to eco-design as applied to the cosmetics and wellness industries.

Mastery of Cosmetic R&D

Continuous assessment

 Courses taught by industry professionals and faculty members specializing in the relevant field. This module may be supplemented by lectures.

Administrative contact(s):

Master's Program in Chemistry Secretariat

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