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Cosmetic Science Course

What will I learn?

Unravel the mysteries of cosmetic science with our detailed course, custom-built for chemistry professionals. Delve into the workings of ingredients, getting a handle on humectants, emollients, and preservatives. Explore typical moisturisers, possible allergens, and calming agents. Learn formulation techniques, including well-balanced recipes and figuring out ingredient percentages. Guarantee product safety with the lowdown on shelf life, preventing microbial nasties, and pH balance. Hone your documentation and communication skills for a cracking career in cosmetic chemistry.

Apoia's Advantages

Online and lifetime access to courses
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you'd like to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet required

Develop skills

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Get to grips with ingredient functionality: Understand humectants, emollients, and preservatives.

Spot allergens: Recognise potential irritants in cosmetic recipes.

Formulate like a pro: Create well-balanced formulations with spot-on ingredient roles.

Make sure products are safe: Assess shelf life and stop microbial contamination.

Communicate clearly: Put together research and knock up comprehensive ingredient lists.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.